HR Project Portfolio Manager

Genus is seeking an HR Project Portfolio Manager to lead and manage internal HR projects from initiation through completion. This role is pivotal in driving strategic HR initiatives that span multiple disciplines—including HR, Finance, IT, Operations, and senior business leaders—to ensure consistent execution and successful outcomes. The HR Project Portfolio Manager will develop business cases, secure leadership support, manage budgets and timelines, and deliver projects that enhance organizational effectiveness. 

This position is located in our DeForest, WI Office.

The salary range for this position is $95,000 - $120,000 USD. The salary provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. Genus considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. 

• Identify HR improvement opportunities and create business cases for approval. 

• Design project plans, including timelines, change management touchpoints, and resource allocation. 

• Launch and manage projects to ensure delivery on time, on budget, and within specifications. 

• Develop KPIs to measure success and ongoing benefits of implemented changes. 

• Lead post-project reviews to capture lessons learned and share insights with HR leadership. 

• Create project documentation such as RACI charts and process flow diagrams for training 

Basic Qualifications: (required) 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; MBA preferred. 

• Recognized project management certification (PMP, PMP-PBA, etc.). 

• 5+ years leading international projects; HR project experience preferred. 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Continuous improvement experience (Agile or Lean Six Sigma). 
• Travel: Up to 20% domestic and international. 

Genus is an agricultural biotechnology pioneer. We are a global FTSE 250 company, headquartered in the UK, and listed on the London Stock Exchange.  Genus PLC has a presence in over 70 countries and a global workforce of over 3,000 employees and growing.  We are a worldwide leader in porcine and bovine animal genetics, partnering with farmers to transform how we nourish the world – a mission that is important to a sustainable future.  

Our vision is clear: Pioneering animal genetic improvement to sustainably nourish the world. 

At Genus, benefits include health, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, long and short-term disability, 401K, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays and ETO (earned time off).

Genus is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Genus prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Genus conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.  

Genus plc will never ask you to provide fees or payment for computer, software, or other equipment or supplies during the recruitment and/or onboarding process. If you have any questions about your individual application, please contact the Genus Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@genusplc.com.