People and Culture Global Portfolio Manager

How you’ll have an impact at Paula’s Choice:

The People and Culture Global Portfolio Manager is responsible for leading and managing a strategic portfolio of global People & Culture initiatives that align with the organization’s mission values and business objectives. This role ensures the successful delivery of people-focused programs across regions including transformation projects culture and values initiatives talent development and digital HR innovation. The role works directly with the VP Global People & Culture for prioritization governance and execution of key people and culture projects that stretch across the global footprint.

As a P&C Global Portfolio Manager a typical day might include a mix of the following:

Strategic Portfolio Management

• Manage the global People & Culture (P&C) project portfolio ensuring alignment with business strategy and HR transformation goals.

• Oversee project governance prioritization and resource allocation across regions.

• Track progress manage risks and report on portfolio performance to senior leadership.

Transformation & Change Leadership

• Drive global HR transformation initiatives including digital HR systems process redesign and organizational change.

• Support change management needs for implementations and cutovers ensuring cultural alignment and smooth transitions.

• Champion continuous improvement and innovation in HR practices.

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

• Collaborate with regional HR leaders business units and executive stakeholders to ensure alignment and buy-in.

• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration and knowledge sharing across global teams.

• Develop and deliver clear consistent communications on organizational changes portfolio progress program launches and outcomes.

Data & Insights

• Use data and analytics to inform decision-making track KPIs and identify opportunities for improvement.

• Maintain a central source of truth for all global P&C initiatives ensuring transparency and accountability.

Organization Design and Development

• Promote a culture of inclusion engagement and high performance.

• Support the development and implementation of global DEI strategies.

• Act as a thought partner to senior HR and business leaders on strategic people topics.

The Details:

• We are based in Seattle WA. Flexible to location but local candidates are preferred.

• Hours: Typical PST Business Hours with flexibility

• Physical requirements: Ability to handle both sitting and screen time for long periods of time

• Travel requirements: ~5%

What you’ll bring to the table:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources Business Administration Organizational Development or related field.

• 8–10+ years of progressive HR experience with at least 3–5 years in a global or portfolio management role.

• Proven experience leading complex cross-border HR projects or transformations.

• Growth mindset and curiosity with an eagerness to learn about other cultures and work environments.

• Comfortable with ambiguity working autonomously and providing recommendations on how to proceed.

• Excellent project management communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Experience with HRIS project management tools and data analytics platforms.

Approximate Salary Range Based on Experience and Location:

$115000 - $130000 USD/annually

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