Information Technology Project Manager

Role OverviewWe have an exciting opportunity for someone to join us as anIT Project Managerbased out ofBangalore, India.This role is responsible for coordinating both business and technology project activities, ensuring timely update of project status, preparing and distributing reports to senior stakeholders. You will work with a team of project leaders and other coordinators, so good communication and collaboration skills are essential. You will report to the Coffee Global Technology Director and work with a truly global environment that provides developmental opportunities for the incumbent who is eager to demonstrate the skills and experience in a challenging and fast paced soft commodities environment.Volcafe Ltdis one of the world’s leading international green coffee trading companies, operating in over 20 countries globally. Our expertise spans green coffee procurement and preparation, sustainability, blending, quality control, risk management and export as well as importing and distribution. We supply the world’s major coffee roasters and retail distributors with their green coffee requirements, with significant strategic growth ambitions for the future. We are part ofED&F Man Commodities,a world leading trader of agricultural products including coffee, sugar, molasses and animal feed.Volcafe works across the whole green coffee supply chain to make the coffee business better, together with our partners and employees. We have built and operated sustainable coffee supply chains across all our origins, addressing key economic, social and environmental issues in coffee farming communities. Our Volcafe Way farmer support program engages with thousands of coffee farmers and provides a holistic response to the challenges they face.Key Accountabilities Creating and maintaining project library and plans, file, recording and reporting systems Coordinate and support the delivery of multiple concurrenttechnology projects(both small-scale enhancements and large-scale implementations) Maintaining project management methods, standards, and processes Assisting and advising team members on procedures, disciplines and recording and reporting requirements Tracking risk and issue logs and changing control data Developing and maintaining effective project team communication systems Developing and implementing procedures Producing project summary reports and coordinating the preparation of all reports Setting up and maintaining cost-recording systems Defining and documenting methodology procedures Assisting with other administrative responsibilities assigned Act as the point of contact for all participantsSkills and Experience5 – 8 years of demonstrated experience in technology environments and end-to-end IT-related project support, project administration or management role Prior experience leading projects in Microsoft Power Apps will be an advantage Familiar with both Agile and Waterfall methodologies Good understanding of the software development life cycle (SDLC) Awareness of vendor management practices and third-party collaboration models Experience in coaching project team members to strengthen their abilities and skill sets Thorough understanding of project management fundamentals Good understanding of the software development life cycle Through understanding of project prioritization Solid understanding of project management fundamentals and lifecycle stages. Knowledge of project tracking tools is a plus Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills Prioritization and organizational abilities with strong problem-solving skills Proven experience juggling multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment Ability to work independently while coordinating across diverse technical teams and external partnersWe recognize that talent comes in many forms, and we value potential just as much as experience. If this role excites you but you don’t meet ever requirement, we still encourage you to apply.Our OfferWe provide a fast-paced, stimulating and truly global environment, which will stretch your abilities and channel your talents. We also offer competitive salary and benefits combined with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the global leaders in soft commodity trading.Our Values Respect, Integrity, Meritocracy, Client Focus, Entrepreneurship Volcafe shares the values of our parent company, ED&F Man Commodities. Our values define who we are. They are the fundamental beliefs that determine our actions and guide our behaviour. They influence the way we communicate and collaborate, and define the way we engage with our clients, partners, and communities.Our Commitment Volcafe shares the commitment of our parent company, ED&F Man Commodities. We are committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive and diverse work environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and are focused on actively building and developing diverse teams. All qualified applicants will receive equal treatment without regard to race, colour, sex, gender, age, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, marital or civil partner status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment (identity, gender expression), genetic information or any characteristic protected by local law.We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process.To apply you must have the right to work for the provided location.