Senior Project Manager

Overview

Senior Project Manager in the Commercialisation function responsible for the delivery, process management, governance and reporting of projects to bring new products and changes to existing products to market. The role focuses on extraordinary execution and supports pladis growth targets.

Key Focus Areas

• Process enablement
• Cross‑functional integration
• Risk mitigation
• Project portfolio management

Key Deliverables

• Accountable for planning, governance and delivery on time, in full for projects approved through the pladis stage and gate process and commercialisation forum.
• Process enablement across the function and for the Senior Project Manager.
• Drive innovation and renovation projects through the gates.
• Own the process and timelines; track and report progress, highlight compliance, key issues and risks.
• Understand retailer processes and systems and ensure deliverables meet retailer/customer and pladis requirements.
• Proactively mitigate risk, remove obstacles, and provide clear recommendations.
• Maintain control of project scope and guardrails, aligning changes with retailers where required.
• Resolve conflicts, interface problems, and resource constraints through prioritisation and stakeholder alignment.
• Lead cross‑functional communication and guide on project management systems and processes.
• Oversee end‑to‑end artwork delivery, ensuring smooth SKU/code transitions, minimising packaging write‑off, and managing interdependent initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Project Management role in an FMCG environment, preferably in a commercialisation function.
• Commercial acumen and P&L understanding.
• Strong communication skills and cross‑functional collaboration experience.
• Project Management qualification (preferred but not essential).

Other

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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