IT PLM Program Manager Consumer

Ferrero; Scotland; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global food company in Alba is seeking an IT PLM Program Manager to lead the IT stream of their PLM 3.0 transformation initiative. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing multiple project streams, ensuring alignment between IT and business goals, and reporting to senior leadership. The ideal applicant will have at least 8 years of experience in a similar role within the FMCG sector and possess strong project management skills. This role is integral to modernizing product lifecycle processes across various domains.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in a similar role within FMCG.
• Ability to handle multiple projects with strong organizational skills.
• Fluency in English is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the IT stream of the PLM 3.0 program.
• Coordinate multiple project streams.
• Monitor progress and recommend corrective actions.

Skills

Project management

Strategic communication

Agile methodologies

Risk management

Interpersonal skills

Education

University degree in Management Engineering or related field

Tools

MS Office

SAP ERP

PLM platforms

Job description

Overview

Job Location: Alba

Company Description

Ferrero is a family-owned company with a truly progressive and global outlook and iconic brands such as Nutella, Tic Tac, Ferrero Rocher, Raffaello, Kinder Bueno and Kinder Surprise. As the love for our brands continues to grow, so too does our global reach. Represented in more than 50 countries, with products sold in more than 170, the Ferrero Group is loved by generations around the world. The secret to our global success? 40,000 dedicated employees who celebrate care and quality to craft a business, careers and brands we are proud of. Join us, and you could be one of them.

Diversity and About the Role

Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all of our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative and highly rewarding.

About the Role: We are looking for an IT PLM Program Manager to join our IT Department in Alba. This role is dedicated to leading the IT stream of PLM 3.0, a multi-year, company-wide transformation program launched in 2025 as part of Ferrero’s Operational Excellence strategy. The initiative aims to modernize end-to-end Product Lifecycle Management processes and tools, supporting the “idea to market” journey across various domains including Food and Pack, Toys, and affiliated companies. The position is based in Alba, Italy, reporting to both the Group IT Consumer Platform Leader and the IT Europe Delivery Center Manager, with the PLM 3.0 Business Program Manager as the main point of contact. As IT Program Manager, you will lead cross-functional transformational projects, ensuring alignment between IT and business goals, and delivering results within scope, budget, and timeline.

Main Responsibilities

• Manage the IT stream of the PLM 3.0 program, coordinating multiple project streams and ensuring successful execution across all phases.
• Develop and cascade project plans, define activities and responsibilities, and involve subject matter experts when needed.
• Monitor progress, assess feasibility, and recommend corrective actions to address issues.
• Facilitate change management to ensure a smooth transition from project to process, handing over to the RUN organization for ongoing operations.
• Support procurement during supplier selection and maintain continuous communication with internal and external stakeholders, including C-level executives, technical teams, and vendors.
• Provide monthly consolidation of cost and performance data to ensure visibility against budget and plans.
• Contribute to the development of the PLM platform, supporting capabilities such as project and portfolio management, product portfolio management, recipe and process development, packaging and toy lifecycle management, finished product specifications and BOM management, labelling and artwork, product compliance, cost management, and gadget development.
• Provide leadership to foster collaboration, encourage innovation, and identify IT risks and opportunities throughout the program lifecycle.

Who We Are Looking For

• University degree in Management Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, Economics, or a related field.
• At least 8 years of experience in a similar role within a multinational FMCG company.
• Excellent communication with strong strategic and interpersonal skills; able to manage relationships across all levels to ensure business continuity.
• Robust project and program management experience; familiar with Agile methodologies; capable of handling multiple concurrent projects with strong organizational, negotiation, time management, and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated risk management skills and ability to identify mitigation strategies.
• Solid understanding of key business processes such as R&D, PLM orchestration, marketing briefing, and packaging development; strong foundational IT background.
• Fluency in English; proficiency in MS Office and SAP ERP; knowledge of market-leading PLM platforms.
• PMP or equivalent certification is a strong asset.
• Self-motivated, analytical, detail-oriented, and able to combine technical leadership with people and relationship management skills to drive excellence in execution.

How to be Successful in the Role and at Ferrero

Consumers, quality and care are at the heart of everything we do. To be successful at Ferrero, you’ll need to be just as consumer and product centric as we are — dedicated to crafting brilliant results for consumers around the world.