Sr. R&D Project Manager (Product Development) Job Details | Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA

About the position

Nestlé's Research & Development Center is our regional powerhouse driving innovation in food, beverage, and pharmaceutical science. Backed by our global Nestlé R&D organization, we lead breakthrough discoveries that are both good for consumers and the planet. Our team of experts range from product developers to engineers, working across our portfolio of food, beverage, infant nutrition, and health science to create leading-edge products and services. As part of our organization, you will use your entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to excellence to unlock the power of food and provide premium value. This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. Nestlé Development Center Marysville is one of the longest-standing R&D centers in Nestlé's worldwide network. Here, we are the home of great coffee innovation - we provide technical development expertise for beverage products, working on well renowned brands Starbuck's, Coffee-Mate, Nescafe and Blue Bottle. Whether it is in terms of convenience, health or pleasure, we are committed to creating delicious beverages for our consumers. We make a difference with our passion for coffee. This role will lead product development projects within R&D. These developments will be medium to large projects for global brands and may involve multiple markets, regions, or zones. Must be able to manage project activities in full autonomy.

Responsibilities

• Lead R&D projects from concept to launch.
• Direct the project approach, setup, status reporting and closing, including resourcing requirements.
• Consolidate data for I2L Sustainability deliverables and share with project stakeholders.
• Ensure project delivery on time, cost, and quality using PM tools (Project Schedule, Escalation, Risk & Opportunity, Stakeholder map, etc.).
• Manage cross functional team and stakeholders using transversal leadership; foster collaboration and encourage diversity of thought.
• Deliver updates to Senior leaders, VIPs, or Board members as needed.
• Ensure all deliverables are met as per Idea to Launch (I2L) process.
• Effectively collaborate with the product development lead on products/processes/experiments/trials.
• Continue to develop project management skills and contribute to PM knowledge sharing, including participation in PM forums with the Nestle PM community.
• Lead and train staff and coach more junior PMs in Project Management principles and tools.
• Comply with all Nestlé Integrated Management Systems and all other company policies and procedures.

Requirements

• BS Degree in Food Science or Chemistry, or another related field is required.
• 3+ years of experience in leading and managing complex projects, ideally in the Food & Beverage industry.
• Nestlé R&D Project Management Level 1 recognition, PMP accreditation, or equivalent.
• Basic knowledge in the areas of product development and/or food processing a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• DMAIC problem solving experience a plus.
• Innovation spirit, open minded, dynamic, autonomous profile.
• Must be able to work in a cross functional team.
• Must be able to manage project activities in full autonomy.