· Manage the development of key projects to deliver consumer preferred products for Reckitt powerbrand(s) from ideation until launch in the market(s)
· Coordinate activities and objectives with Marketing and R&D to advance assigned initiatives through the product development process to achieve desired cost targets and business results.
· Act as an exemplar of current best approach on project management / planning, including creation and management of key project management documentation through appropriate use of PPL1 tools and systems (Project Briefs, Project Plans, Gantt Charts, Success Criteria, Risk Assessments, Budget, Resourcing, etc), in line with the operating model.
· Identify and manage project dependencies and critical project paths; manage risk analysis and contingency planning on all assigned projects.
· Manage cross functional project activity across several functions including internal/ external resources and lead cross-functional teams serving as the gate holder of all project timelines; track project plans and milestones.
· Ensure all parties involved in delivering project are held accountable for completion of actions on time and to required standards and resolve any arising issues (with support as required)
· Establish, communicate and continually manage project expectations and progress with team members and key project stakeholders via meetings, presentations and monthly status reports.
· Ensure budgets and cross-functional resources are identified, allocated and managed per project requirements
· Lead cross-functional alignment meetings to address specific project challenges/issues
· Prepare and present project status and risks to upper management
· Apply influence to better align other functions to agreement of overall business objectives.
· Resolve conflicts and build strong working relationships within the project teams.
· Use appropriate delegation/ influencing techniques as a vehicle to deliver project actions.
· Lead project updates together with GBHL1s (Global Brand Marketing Managers) towards key stakeholder forum updates, including flags for project changes (changes to scope, risks, resourcing, schedule) and Stage Gates.
Requirements:
- BS/BA/MS degree, ideally in a related science or engineering, Master's degree in business a plus.
- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience with product development within a FMCG environment, with a proven track record of delivery.
- Experience within Health or Medical Device industry is a plus.
- Experience of working with global project team is a plus
- Certified Project Management Professional (PNP) or other professional project management qualification (or on-track) is a plus
