Perfetti Van Melle
NPD Project Manager
Perfetti Van Melle, Erlanger, Kentucky, United States, 41018
OVERVIEW
Perfetti Van Melle (makers of Mentos, Airheads, Dentyne, Trident and Bubblicious!) is one of the world's largest manufacturers and distributors of confectionery and chewing gum with global brands that are being enjoyed in more than 150 countries worldwide. We're currently seeking a passionate and enthusiastic
NPD Project Manager
to join our growing team.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
As the New Product Development Project Manager, you will be responsible for facilitating the planning and execution of product and launch projects in terms of development, launch execution, and post launch evaluation. You will partner with Marketing or Sales (Project Champion - whomever is leading the activity) to facilitate and manage the scoping, planning and timing of any given project. You will also be responsible for leading cross-functional project teams to successfully plan and execute projects. This will allow for focus on execution, improved visibility to risks and issues, and will help to establish a culture of discipline and excellence in execution. Additional responsibilities include: Create & maintain project plan timelines, identifying commercialization risks to adjust as appropriate. Lead cross-functional teams in new product development and commercialization (New Product Development/NPD), as well as special assignments (such as PPA). Ensure all are delivered on-time, on-budget and on-strategy. Ensure teams meet milestone, critical business, and customer dates. Measure and publish team performance, project status, and metrics. Identify, mitigate, and communicate project risks. Act as "the voice of reason" for product launch and scope decisions. Facilitate decision-making, arbitrate impasses, remove barriers to drive project progress. Be central contact between key business, product development, supply chain, and commercialization functions. Ensure priorities of the business are anticipated and satisfied by operational functions and develop partnerships to resolve operational issues. Champion evolution of NPD process, along with Director of PLM. Ensure process and tools are understood and applied by cross-functional teams. Identify opportunities to improve process, project team management, and meetings. Assist with facilitation of Stage Gate and tracking of projects through the process. Identify and recommend optimal PM systems for PVM. Assist with NPD process onboarding and training. Assess business process to identify gaps and solutions to improve commercialization efforts. Optimizes processes for new products, line extensions, product changes, speed to market initiatives, coordinating efforts across local and Global cross functional teams. WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU
BS/BA required - ideally in technical or operations related field. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred. 3-4 years of project management experience with demonstrated success in managing multiple projects at one time. Ideally in a CPG / FMCG manufacturing environment with a Stage Gate process for new product commercialization. Demonstrated success in achieving business results through process improvement and leading cross-functional teams. Strong analytic, organizational, and detail orientated skills required. Ability to motivate others to achieve results and to deliver against commitments without formal authority. A good understanding of innovation commercialization process and how the team interacts and integrates with others in accomplishing objectives (preferably in FMCG). Ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams with successful collaboration; be strong enough to voice dissent but flexible enough to bring consensus. Excellent communication / presentation / collaboration / customer service skills. Ability to concisely communicate key milestones, key risks and required resources or actions to keep projects on track. System savvy (MS365 platform, MS Project, Excel, SAP). Lean Six Sigma experience a plus. WHAT WE OFFER
At Perfetti Van Melle, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, where all individuals, regardless of background or identity, are valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives to the sweet success of our candy-loving community. Additionally, we have a core value of
Care For Our People
and we are proud to offer benefit programs that support our team members' goals and well-being including:
PTO package including vacation, sick, personal, and pay it forward time off 13 paid holidays 401k with Company Match up to 8%, ranking in the top 1% of the country Annual Bonus potential and merit-based increases Comprehensive Health Insurance Annual Well-Being subsidy Maternity & Paternity leave options Sam's Club or Costco annual membership reimbursement Tuition-Free College Program Modest monthly candy allotment (Airheads, Airheads Xtremes, and Mentos)
Join a 2024 NKY Best Workplace by applying today!
Perfetti Van Melle, USA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Perfetti Van Melle (makers of Mentos, Airheads, Dentyne, Trident and Bubblicious!) is one of the world's largest manufacturers and distributors of confectionery and chewing gum with global brands that are being enjoyed in more than 150 countries worldwide. We're currently seeking a passionate and enthusiastic
NPD Project Manager
to join our growing team.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
As the New Product Development Project Manager, you will be responsible for facilitating the planning and execution of product and launch projects in terms of development, launch execution, and post launch evaluation. You will partner with Marketing or Sales (Project Champion - whomever is leading the activity) to facilitate and manage the scoping, planning and timing of any given project. You will also be responsible for leading cross-functional project teams to successfully plan and execute projects. This will allow for focus on execution, improved visibility to risks and issues, and will help to establish a culture of discipline and excellence in execution. Additional responsibilities include: Create & maintain project plan timelines, identifying commercialization risks to adjust as appropriate. Lead cross-functional teams in new product development and commercialization (New Product Development/NPD), as well as special assignments (such as PPA). Ensure all are delivered on-time, on-budget and on-strategy. Ensure teams meet milestone, critical business, and customer dates. Measure and publish team performance, project status, and metrics. Identify, mitigate, and communicate project risks. Act as "the voice of reason" for product launch and scope decisions. Facilitate decision-making, arbitrate impasses, remove barriers to drive project progress. Be central contact between key business, product development, supply chain, and commercialization functions. Ensure priorities of the business are anticipated and satisfied by operational functions and develop partnerships to resolve operational issues. Champion evolution of NPD process, along with Director of PLM. Ensure process and tools are understood and applied by cross-functional teams. Identify opportunities to improve process, project team management, and meetings. Assist with facilitation of Stage Gate and tracking of projects through the process. Identify and recommend optimal PM systems for PVM. Assist with NPD process onboarding and training. Assess business process to identify gaps and solutions to improve commercialization efforts. Optimizes processes for new products, line extensions, product changes, speed to market initiatives, coordinating efforts across local and Global cross functional teams. WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU
BS/BA required - ideally in technical or operations related field. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred. 3-4 years of project management experience with demonstrated success in managing multiple projects at one time. Ideally in a CPG / FMCG manufacturing environment with a Stage Gate process for new product commercialization. Demonstrated success in achieving business results through process improvement and leading cross-functional teams. Strong analytic, organizational, and detail orientated skills required. Ability to motivate others to achieve results and to deliver against commitments without formal authority. A good understanding of innovation commercialization process and how the team interacts and integrates with others in accomplishing objectives (preferably in FMCG). Ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams with successful collaboration; be strong enough to voice dissent but flexible enough to bring consensus. Excellent communication / presentation / collaboration / customer service skills. Ability to concisely communicate key milestones, key risks and required resources or actions to keep projects on track. System savvy (MS365 platform, MS Project, Excel, SAP). Lean Six Sigma experience a plus. WHAT WE OFFER
At Perfetti Van Melle, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, where all individuals, regardless of background or identity, are valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives to the sweet success of our candy-loving community. Additionally, we have a core value of
Care For Our People
and we are proud to offer benefit programs that support our team members' goals and well-being including:
PTO package including vacation, sick, personal, and pay it forward time off 13 paid holidays 401k with Company Match up to 8%, ranking in the top 1% of the country Annual Bonus potential and merit-based increases Comprehensive Health Insurance Annual Well-Being subsidy Maternity & Paternity leave options Sam's Club or Costco annual membership reimbursement Tuition-Free College Program Modest monthly candy allotment (Airheads, Airheads Xtremes, and Mentos)
Join a 2024 NKY Best Workplace by applying today!
Perfetti Van Melle, USA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.