Global - Project Manager (FTC)

Who We Are:

At Inchcape Shipping Services, our vision is to create a connected world where customers can trade successfully and make informed decisions in every port, everywhere. We achieve this by combining our worldwide infrastructure with local expertise, through our global network of more than 250 proprietary offices and a team of over 3,000 dedicated professionals. Our diverse customer base includes owners and charterers in the oil, cruise, container, and bulk commodity sectors, as well as naval, government, and intergovernmental organisations.

Role Summary:

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead a work package as part of a large transformation programme. The work package includes completing a technical integration design, identifying and mapping workflows/processes, detailing out technical requirements, and managing the implementation. The successful candidate will be responsible for concluding the design, delivery, and deployment of the work package.

Contract: 12-month Fixed-Term Contract

Location: London or Chennai (Hybrid)

In line with company policy, Inchcape does not provide visa sponsorship for candidates and cannot consider applicants who will require this now or in the future. 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Mobilize SMEs across the organisation into the work packages and, as needed, coordinate with delivery teams.
• Provide coordination and support to design teams through design phase and the handover to scrum squads.
• Develop and maintain a detailed project plan, including scope, schedule, budget, risk, and quality management plans.
• Support technical delivery via mix of internal and third-party suppliers.
• Structure scope & goals for work packages, and maintain a comprehensive project documentation.
• Own development of project milestones & timelines for delivery; as needed, adjust and adapt milestones & timelines to accommodate solution design changes.
• Assist delivery teams through updates tracking, challenge and validate assumptions and output as required by the design and delivery teams.
• Ensure critical interdependencies between work packages, including significant risks, are effectively managed.
• Monitor and report on project progress, including tracking project KPIs, milestones, and budgets.
• Communicate project status and progress to stakeholders, including senior leadership, project sponsors, and project team members.
• Work with the deployment team to ensure successful deployment of the work package deliverables.

Who You Are:

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a project manager, preferably in a technology or digital transformation environment.
• Experience managing projects related to service design, UX/UI design, process improvement, and/or software development.
• Strong project management skills, including project planning, risk management, and project reporting.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including the ability to communicate complex ideas and concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience with Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies.
• Experience with payments and FX.
• PMP or equivalent project management certification is a plus.
  

You Will Receive:

• A competitive salary
  
• Additional benefits in accordance with location

Plus, much more!

Why Inchcape Shipping Services?

We believe in building a diverse and high-performing workforce, that works together to provide our customers with the exceptional service they deserve. To reach the highest standards we depend on our people, their welfare, training, and expertise. We realise the value of our staff and know that your unique experiences, skills, and passions will help you to build a rich and rewarding career in our dynamic industry.

Our values are at the centre of everything we do, and the successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate and fully adopt these: 

Global Perspective - we connect the world and see the bigger picture. 

The Power of People - we rely on the strength of local agent knowledge and relationships. 

Progress - we adopt new thinking and push for positive change in our industry. 

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Inchcape is an Equal Opportunities Employer - equality, diversity, and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do. Working in a diverse society, we recognise that our customers, colleagues, and contractors are central to our success. 

Additional Information:

Appointment to this role will be subject to satisfactory references and possession of a valid Right to Work documentation depending upon your geographical location. 

To protect the interests of all parties, Inchcape will not accept unsolicited or speculative resumes from recruitment agencies and will not be responsible for any fees associated with them.

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