Overview

In this role you will lead end-to-end New Product Development and related optimisation projects across the EMEA region, partnering with cross-functional teams to land projects on time and to high standards. You will line-manage a small team and ensure best-practice delivery through audits and performance analysis. The role focuses on balancing stakeholder needs, driving continuous improvement, and linking project outcomes to business value. This is a hybrid, impact-driven position within a fast-paced consumer goods environment.

Pay / Benefits

63,000–66,000 salary
15% bonus
pension
healthcare
hybrid work arrangement
sponsorship not available

Responsibilities

Lead planning, scoping and end-to-end delivery of innovation and optimisation projects across EMEA
Manage multiple workstreams with clear prioritisation and cross-functional alignment
Line-manage 1–3 project managers and develop team performance
Audit project scoping and execution to uphold best practices
Balance stakeholder needs while aligning on goals and delivery timelines
Champion continuous improvement to improve end-to-end delivery efficiency
Analyse project performance data using Excel, Power BI or SAP

Key requirements

Proven project management experience in FMCG or consumer goods
Proven track record in end-to-end NPD or commercialisation
Experience leading teams and managing cross-functional stakeholders across regions
Highly proficient in Excel; working knowledge of Power BI and/or SAP
Strong communication, influence and negotiation skills
Meticulous attention to detail with drive for quality and process adherence
Commercial awareness and ability to link project goals with business outcomes

communication
influence
negotiation
Excel
Power BI
SAP

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