Director, PDI Technology Portfolio

TheDirector, PDI Technology Portfolio is responsible for driving the strategic planning, governance, and execution of Global Partner's PDI technology portfolio. This role ensures that technology investments are aligned with business objectives, deliver measurable value, and are executed efficiently across multiple programs and projects. The Director will work closely with the business and technology stakeholders to prioritize initiatives, optimize resource allocation, and track portfolio performance.

The ideal candidate understands the unique dynamics of the convenience store industry-high transaction volumes, complex supply chains, vendor integrations, operational efficiencies, and consumer expectations for seamless digital experiences.

For over 90 years Global Partners LP has been delivering the energy our communities need to grow, move, and thrive. From Alltown Fresh, with its innovative chef-led creations and guest-focused retail experience, to our vast network of over 50 liquid energy terminals across the eastern seaboard and beyond, Global Partner's integrated network of businesses delivers value day-in and day-out to our guests and customers across the US. At Global Partners we embrace the future, investing in energy transition with initiatives like GlobalGLO and supporting the communities in which we operate with our charitable work.

We're excited for the next 90 years at Global Partners and what innovative new ideas we can bring to our guests and customers in the future. We're looking for passionate people with great ideas to contribute to our company's future. If you're motivated by what's next, Global Partners can provide you the opportunities to push your career to the next level.

The Types of "Energy" You Bring

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• You are self-motivated and like to take initiative

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively

• You have strong time management skills

"Gauges" of Responsibility

• Leadership: Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders on the impact of PDI technology decisions, lead a team of product managers and business analysts that support PDI and adjacent retail solutions. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and vendor partnership.

• Portfolio management and strategic alignment: prioritize initiatives with business stakeholders based on business and technology value ensuring transparency, accountability, and alignment to strategic priorities. Maintain a comprehensive technology portfolio of all active and planned initiatives, including dependencies, risks, and value delivery. Develop and maintain clear technology roadmaps.

• Value & Performance Tracking: Monitor KPIs, ROI, and delivery outcomes. Serve as escalation point for cross-portfolio challenges.

• Risk & Dependencies: Manage cross-project risks and interdependencies.

• Financial Oversight: Oversee portfolio budgets, ensuring investments maximize ROI and balance short-term needs with long-term strategy. Partner with Finance and HR to optimize allocation of people, funding, and vendor resources across the portfolio.

• Stakeholder Management & Reporting: Communicate status, value, and risk to all relevant stakeholders. Engage business, IT, and vendor leaders effectively.

• Collaborate closely with Technology Product Leads to ensure product-level strategies and roadmaps align with the broader enterprise portfolio and investment priorities.

"Fuel" for You

• Coins! We offer competitive salaries and opportunities for growth. We mean it! We have an amazing Talent Development Team who create trainings for growth and job development.

• Health + Wellness - Medical, Dental, Visions and Life Insurance. Along with additional wellness support.

• The Road Ahead - We offer 401k and a match component!

• Professional Development - We provide tuition reimbursement; this benefit is offered after 6 months of service.

• Give Back! We believe in community support. We know everyone gives in their own way, that's why we offer paid volunteer time off to you to help an organization of your choice.

The GPS of our Interview Process

• First thing first, if you're interested in the role, please apply.

• A talent acquisition team member will review your resume in partnership with the hiring manager. If your experience would lend to this opportunity a recruiter will contact you.

• We conduct "in-person" (Microsoft Teams) interviews and provide additional interview information or other items needed at that time.

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 10 years' experience in large scale projects in designing and implementing frameworks for managing a portfolio of technology projects, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy

• Strategic Alignment - Ensures tech investments support business goals.

• Portfolio Management - Manages tech initiatives for value, risk, and impact.

• Financial Acumen - Understands budgeting, ROI, and value realization.

• Stakeholder Management - Engages business and IT leaders effectively.

• Governance & Decision-Making - Leads prioritization and oversight processes.

• Technical Understanding - Familiar with enterprise architecture and digital trends.

• Change Leadership - Drives adoption of new tools, platforms, and practices.

• Data-Driven Thinking - Uses metrics to guide decisions and improvements.

• Risk & Compliance Awareness - Identifies and mitigates portfolio risks.

• Agile/Program Delivery Knowledge - Oversees multi-team or cross-project delivery.

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent knowledge in Computer Science preferred.

We value passion and potential. If you are enthusiastic about a position and think you can make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply even if you don't check every box. We embrace different perspectives, backgrounds and experiences.

Global Partners LP is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a company culture where ideas from all people help us grow, move and thrive. We embrace the diversity of all applicants and do not discriminate against race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation to apply, please contact our recruiting department at 781-891-4000.

*Disclaimer: At Global Partners, we don't use lie detector tests for any employment decisions. We follow all the rules and regulations, so we need to let you know: In Massachusetts, it's illegal to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment of continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.