Performance PMO Lead

Oceanic Catering; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in ship management and marine services is seeking a dynamic project leader. In this role, you will spearhead global projects, ensuring effective implementation of process changes while driving continuous improvement initiatives. The company offers a market-leading salary and benefits package, along with significant opportunities for career growth and personal development. Join a forward-thinking organization that values collaboration and innovation, and make a substantial impact in the maritime sector. If you are passionate about driving change and have a proven track record in project management, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Market leading salary

Career growth opportunities

Personal development support

Qualifications

• 8+ years of project management experience, preferably in shipping.
• Graduate of Industrial Engineering or business-related course.

Responsibilities

• Lead global projects with ownership on costs and benefits.
• Drive standardization and compliance to global operating model.
• Facilitate ongoing business improvements to enhance productivity.

Skills

Project Management

Change Management

Lean Methodologies

Six Sigma

Business Analysis

Cross-Cultural Communication

Influencing Skills

Continuous Improvement

Education

Graduate of Industrial Engineering

MA Degree

Tools

Lean Six Sigma Certification

Scrum Certification

Prince 2 Certification

PMP Certification

Job description

Who are V? As a global leader in ship management and marine services, we add value to a vessel’s operations. Operating around the clock and around the world, V. gives every client the quality and efficiency they need in every sector. Covering crew management and recruitment, quality ship management and technical services, together with supporting management and commercial services, V. has an unrivalled industry knowledge with performance assured. Our values, We Care, We Collaborate, We Challenge, We are Consistent, We Commit and Deliver, are at the heart of everything we do and they support our strategy of Investing in Talent. We are always interested in making contact with talented individuals - people who will demonstrate our values and deliver great service, for internal and external stakeholders.

Overall Purpose of The Job

The role is responsible for leading global projects and ensuring the implementation of process changes in the respective region/geography.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks

1. Lead global projects/programs with direct ownership on costs & benefits.
2. Manage successful rollout of transformation solutions within the assigned region.
3. Work closely with technology & business to facilitate timely & cost-effective delivery on both system enhancements & new functionalities in alignment with business needs.
4. Facilitate ongoing business improvements to improve KPIs and productivity.
5. Coordinate with global counterparts in relation to the business improvement strategies designed by the OPEX team.
6. Drive standardization and compliance to global blueprint/target operating model.
7. Work closely with the Crewing Directors and GMs to identify & implement improvement projects/initiatives.
8. Deliver process innovation and continuous improvement initiatives across the assigned country/region.
9. Review current processes and procedures and work with process owners, quality & technology on necessary changes to facilitate process improvement.

What can I expect in return?

V. Group can offer you a market leading salary and benefits package, in addition to significant opportunities for career growth and personal development. This is a great opportunity to join a true leader in the maritime sector - a company that has exciting plans for future growth.

Minimum Requirements

1. Graduate of Industrial Engineering or any business-related course; MA degree is an advantage.
2. Experience in working in a cross-cultural environment.
3. Excellent verbal and non-verbal skills.
4. Excellent change management skills and experience.
5. Ability to influence without formal authority.
6. 8+ years of proven project management and continuous improvement experience, preferably in the shipping and maritime industry.
7. Knowledgeable on different continuous improvement methodologies including Lean, Six Sigma, project management, and business analysis.
8. Highly comfortable working in a virtual, global team.
9. Required English language knowledge appropriate to the rank.

Preferred Qualifications

1. MA degree.
2. Lean Six Sigma black belt certified.
3. Certification in one or more of the following:

• Certified Scrum Master
• Prince 2 Practitioner
• PMP

Experience in managing & driving automation, digitization, and other technology-driven improvement projects.