ZIAD BENTAHIR SAAD

As a Project Portfolio Manager within the Digital Transformation Office, I lead the strategic and operational management of project portfolios for the IT, General Secretariat, Medical & Patient Affairs, Communication, and Corporate Strategy departments. 🔹 Governance & Strategy Organizing and facilitating portfolio governance committees (strategic & operational): planning, preparation, and follow-up of actions. Managing demand, ensuring seamless coordination between business stakeholders and the IT division (DDIS), while incorporating technological aspects. 🔹 Value-Driven Prioritization & Business Impact Supporting the valuation of IT & AI initiatives, developing Lean Business Cases (ROI, benefits), and driving value-based portfolio prioritization. Monitoring key portfolio management metrics and fostering a continuous improvement approach. 🔹 Reporting & Optimization Designing and updating dashboards and performance indicators (value, budget, roadmap). Identifying, proposing, and monitoring optimization actions to enhance portfolio efficiency while ensuring alignment with DDSI’s strategic commitments.

Expert in IT governance, value-driven portfolio management, and budget optimization, leveraging a data-driven approach for strategic decision-making and operational efficiency. Experienced in portfolio management and IT investment oversight, I support digital transformation and strategic project governance within leading organizations: 🔹 Portfolio Manager – Servier (Digital, Data & IT Division) Managing and structuring the IT project portfolio in alignment with digital strategy. Leading governance committees and tracking key performance metrics. 🔹 Portfolio Manager – Société Générale (Business Solution Center) Transformation and budget oversight for IT projects. Supporting investment prioritization and portfolio optimization. 🔹 Portfolio Manager – Allianz France Managing the IT investment portfolio and structuring the strategic roadmap. Implementing performance tracking indicators to ensure project efficiency.

As a PMO Portfolio Manager within the IT Division, I drive the transformation of the Business Solution Center (BSC) and oversee the IT project portfolios for the Finance and Risk Divisions. 🔹 Strategic & Operational Portfolio Oversight Delivering in-depth analysis to ensure operational and budgetary tracking of the Finance & Risk project portfolio. Monitoring project execution to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery. 🔹 Governance & Decision Support Presenting monthly reports to the Executive Committee of Finance & Risk with strategic recommendations. Providing advisory support to the Executive Committee on project decisions, sourcing, and budget arbitrations. Challenging and supporting department heads before and during project execution. 🔹 Transformation & Optimization Leading the implementation of the new BSC organizational structure. Managing the budget planning process and defining the annual project roadmap.

As a Portfolio Manager within the Transformation Office, I drive the structuring and strategic oversight of the IT investment portfolio, ensuring full alignment with the company’s business priorities. 🔹 Portfolio Structuring & Governance Designing and implementing an optimized investment portfolio structure based on strategic business priorities. Deploying the portfolio structure in Planview to enable seamless tracking of activities. Defining and continuously improving portfolio management processes, ensuring alignment with project management, financial control, billing, and accounting. 🔹 Performance Tracking & Reporting Establishing key performance indicators (KPIs) and industrializing reporting for executive leadership and business units. Producing strategic presentations and facilitating governance meetings. Continuously refining efficiency metrics to assess project impact and execution success.

Contributing as Project Manager to the Ticketing Modernization Program led by Île-de-France Mobilités, aimed at enhancing the user experience and optimizing payment and validation systems for public transport in the Île-de-France region. 🔹 Project Management & Coordination Leading the Scoping phases of new ticketing solutions. Managing schedules, budgets, and risks to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery. Tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) and preparing reports for governance committees. 🔹 Digital Transformation & Innovation Supporting the evolution of contactless and digital payment solutions. Coordinating between key stakeholders: transport operators, technology providers, and institutions. Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and recommending tailored solutions. 🔹 Collaboration & Strategic Alignment Acting as the interface between stakeholders to ensure alignment between business needs and technical implementation. Leading steering committees and providing clear communication on project progress.

Experienced in project management, regulatory analysis, and technical consulting, I support major infrastructure and public sector organizations in delivering high-value, complex projects. 🔹 Project Management & Advisory Services Leading feasibility studies and regulatory analyses, conducting diagnostics and cost estimations. Managing expertise, technical assistance, and project oversight for large-scale initiatives. Supporting clients in the structuring and implementation of strategic projects. Contributing to the development of tender responses. 🔹 Key Projects & Achievements ✔ RATP (Project Management Division): Led the acquisition project for the MI09 rolling stock and managed associated infrastructure adaptation projects. ✔ Société du Grand Paris: Provided project management assistance (PMO) for the implementation of a financial execution tool for market contracts. ✔ SNCF Réseau: Developed and deployed project management tools for the EOLE project. ✔ Île-de-France Mobilités (ex-STIF): Conducted preliminary hazard and risk assessments for the safety dossier of the Grand Paris Line 15 South. ✔ Safran Morpho: Trained European diplomats (Berlin, Rome, Bern) in preparation for the Ivorian presidential elections. ✔ RATP (Rail Rolling Stock Department): Led the procurement project for RATP infrastructure maintenance vehicles.

Led strategic project management initiatives for large-scale public infrastructure programs, focusing on digital transformation and procurement excellence. Key Achievements: ERP Implementation Leadership: Spearheaded the deployment of a centralized ERP system for public procurement and budget control, streamlining processes and enhancing compliance across stakeholders. Application Ecosystem Optimization: Defined and aligned IT tools with organizational objectives, ensuring seamless integration of procurement, purchasing, and financial management workflows. Business Development & Tender Management: Drove commercial growth by identifying opportunities, leading competitive bid responses, and securing high-value contracts for complex infrastructure projects. Stakeholder Collaboration: Partnered with cross-functional teams (legal, finance, IT) to deliver solutions meeting regulatory standards and operational efficiency targets.

Supported the planning and execution of mining and infrastructure projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver technical and economic objectives. Key Responsibilities & Contributions: - Infrastructure Study Coordination: Assisted in technical needs assessment and documentation for mining infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards. - Mining Project Planning: Contributed to the development of schedules, budgets, and resource plans for operational phases, aligning with engineering teams. - Technical-Economic Analysis: Participated in financial and operational evaluations for new mining ventures, including ROI assessments and risk/opportunity scenario modeling. - Operational Work Monitoring: Tracked progress of mining activities, prepared status reports, and identified process optimization opportunities. - Cross-Functional Collaboration: Worked closely with engineers, finance, and HSE teams to align deliverables with regulatory and business requirements.

Supported technical contract management and preliminary study coordination for underground structures and stations of the Grand Paris Express, partnering with cross-functional teams. Key Responsibilities: - Technical-Administrative Contract Oversight: Assisted in managing infrastructure contracts (stations, tunnels), including bid analysis and vendor performance tracking. - Preliminary Studies & Cost Estimation: Contributed to FEED (Front-End Engineering Design) studies and early-stage cost analysis for complex civil works. - Technical Specification Development: Helped draft tender documents for client advisory services (AMO) and design consultancy (MOE) procurement. - Study Planning & Monitoring: Coordinated timelines, deliverables, and progress reporting for design phases. -Bid Evaluation & Vendor Management: Analyzed technical and financial proposals, providing insights for partner selection.