Oil Strategic Systems Programme manager bei Trafigura

Main Purpose:

We are looking for an outstanding Oil Strategic Systems Programme Manager in Geneva, to own the end-to-end delivery of the new Oil & LNG trading solution, orchestrating multiple programmes across front-, mid- and back-office functions. Drive planning, governance and execution so that the solution lands on time, on budget, and fully integrated within a complex multi-application landscape.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities, Key Responsibilities:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Master’s degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Information Technology, Applied Math, Business Management, or a related field; advanced degree preferred

• Over 10 years of IT experience with a strong focus on IT projects within the commodity trading domain.

• At least 5 years of proven experience managing large-scale programmes

• Deep understanding of commodity trading processes, including physical and financial trading, risk management, logistics, and back-office operations

• Demonstrable experience in improving internal IT processes for increased efficiency

• Experience in various IT roles such as engineering, architecture, quality assurance, and business analysis is advantageous

• Strong proficiency in programme and project management methodologies and tools

• Familiarity with key technology principles, including architecture, technology strategy, technology operations, software engineering, and continuous improvement

• Proven ability to lead cross-functional distributed teams in a dynamic, multi-cultural environment

• Outstanding skills in influencing mid and senior-level management to make tactical and strategic decisions

• Outstanding judgment and ability to evaluate options under unparalleled circumstances

• Proven expertise in delivering concurrent activities with tight deadlines

• High level of integrity, energy, and urgency to get results

• Excellent teamwork and the ability to influence and engage others

• Comfortable presenting information in both virtual and in-person environments

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Planning and Alignment

• Ensure continuous alignment between organisational goals and programme objectives

Programme Coordination and Management

• Own the programme plan and coordinate all associated activities to achieve programme goals

• Manage programme timelines, deliverables, and interdependent projects

• Facilitate collaboration among project teams and manage programme risks

• Identify and enforce programme adherence to standards and governance

Monitoring and Evaluation

• Guide the PMO team in supervising program activities and revising the program plan

• Identify, measure, and monitor important metrics

• Resolve program problems and delays, optimizing internal processes to improve performance

• Manage the programme budget efficiently

Communication and Stakeholder Management

• Design and supervise the communication strategy for interested parties

• Provide updates on program status and performance to the executive team and senior business leaders

• Ensure user feedback is incorporated into the programme

Leadership and Team Coordination

• Act as project manager for the product management team, ensuring key deliverables are achieved

• Continuously refine internal processes to shorten time to market, enhance quality, lower costs, and elevate value delivery to business team members

Key Relationships and Department Overview:

Department

Trafigura is dedicated to building and maintaining world-class IT applications and infrastructure. Our Trading IT group supports the Trafigura trading business, driving an ambitious programme to improve trading applications with innovative architecture. The programme team operates across multiple locations, supporting both business and development hubs.

Key Relationships

Product Management

Delivery Leads

Release Managers

Senior Project Managers

Delivery Project Management

Quality Assurance and User Experience Teams

Application Support

Experienced Business Managers and Executives

Reporting Structure

This position reports to the Global Product Manager.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and take pride in a diverse workforce. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or handicap, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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