Project Manager

Project Manager

We are recruiting fora global FMCG manufacturer seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead high-impact innovation, product development, and supply chain projects across Europe and internationally.

Role Overview
Lead a portfolio of projects from feasibility through to launch and transition into production, delivering on time, in full, and on budget. Operate within a structured Stage Gate process, managing risk, change, SAP master data, and cross-functional stakeholder expectations. Collaborate with R&D, Supply Chain, Quality, Marketing, Procurement, and global PMO teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Own project portfolio delivery for NPD, product changes, and supply chain initiatives
• Lead feasibility assessments and full lifecycle project management
• Develop schedules, track progress in MS Project, and manage risks & dependencies
• Ensure smooth handover to manufacturing and commercial production
• Manage change control and escalate issues impacting time, cost, quality, or scope
• Maintain strong cross-functional and global stakeholder relationships

Requirements

• Proven experience managing complex FMCG projects, including NPD or innovation
• Strong MS Project skills; project management certification desirable (Prince2, PMI, APM)
• Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management
• Proactive, structured, delivery-focused, and able to work under pressure
• Willingness to travel internationally; fluent English (French an advantage)

This a great role where you will take ownership of globally visible projects, see your work impact international consumer markets, and develop your project management skills.

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