Job Purpose
The Innovation Project Manager is responsible for managing our project portfolios and initiatives from concept to commercialization. This role involves overseeing the entire lifecycle of innovation projects, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive sustainable growth. By identifying market opportunities and leveraging cutting-edge technologies, the Innovation Project Manager will contribute to solidifying our position as a leader in driving advancements in sustainable nutrition through collaborative partnerships and targeted investments.
Key Areas of Responsibility:
- Innovation Strategy and Planning: Identify and assess opportunities to drive revenue growth through innovation projects and initiatives aligned with our strategic roadmap. Evaluate and validate the strategic fit of projects within the broader company objectives, ensuring that each initiative supports our vision and growth in sustainable nutrition.
- Project Management: Oversee end-to-end management of innovation projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget. Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies throughout the project lifecycle.
- Develop Solutions: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ideate and co-create innovative solutions and service enhancements. Support prototype development and testing, guiding projects from commercialization to market launch.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with key stakeholders—clients, internal teams, and senior leadership—to gain buy-in and support for innovation initiatives. Communicate project updates, solicit feedback, and address concerns to ensure alignment and collaboration.
- Performance Measurement: Establish KPIs and metrics to evaluate the impact of innovation initiatives on service delivery and drive continuous improvement to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Post-Project Value Creation: Assess and quantify the value generated by completed projects, identifying lessons learned and opportunities for further enhancement to maximize benefits and inform future initiatives.
- Support Capability and Innovation Roadmap: Collaborate with the CIO to implement strategic initiatives that advance our capability and innovation roadmap, working closely with the corporate development team to identify and leverage strategic opportunities across departments.
Academic Requirement:
Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
Minimum Relevant Experience:
- 7-10 years experience with 5+ years of experience in project management, innovation, or product development roles within the food technology industry.
- Proven track record of managing complex projects from concept to commercialization, with a focus on innovation.
- Strong understanding of the food ecosystem, including market trends, regulatory requirements, and consumer needs.
