Global Cocoa Innovation Project Lead

OFI; Amsterdam; Presencial; EUR 90.000 - 125.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

OFI Cocoa is seeking an Integral Project Leader to drive global innovation initiatives, spanning R&D, manufacturing and commercial functions. You will guide cross-functional teams through concept to market, ensuring value delivery for customers and the business.

The role emphasizes leadership, strategic alignment, and the ability to manage complex projects with an entrepreneurial mindset, while collaborating with senior management and stakeholders worldwide.

Formación

• MSc in Industrial Engineering and Management required.
• Business acumen and drive; MBA or equivalent is advantageous.
• Minimum 5 years of project management experience in B2B food, specialty chemical, or pharma industries.
• Credible partner for senior management; strong communication and stakeholder management.
• Strong innovation management, uncertainty handling, and decision-making.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks with deadlines.

Responsabilidades

• Lead innovation projects for new product launches or processing tech improvements.
• Define scope, objectives, deliverables, and timelines for projects.
• Identify risks, develop mitigations, and monitor issues.
• Maintain clear communication with stakeholders, teams, and customers for validation.
• Inspire teams, foster collaboration, and clarify roles and responsibilities.
• Track progress, address deviations, and take corrective actions.
• Ensure deliverables meet quality standards and manage budgets within constraints.
• Translate requirements between technical and business teams; report status to leaders.
• Support PMO activities; develop competencies and advance project management methods.

Conocimientos

Communication skills

English proficiency

Leadership

Educación

MSc in Industrial Engineering and Management

MBA or equivalent commercial education

Herramientas

ERP

CRM

Project management software

IP management

Descripción del empleo

OFI Cocoa is seeking an Integral Project Leader to drive global innovation initiatives, spanning R&D, manufacturing and commercial functions. You will guide cross-functional teams through concept to market, ensuring value delivery for customers and the business.

The role emphasizes leadership, strategic alignment, and the ability to manage complex projects with an entrepreneurial mindset, while collaborating with senior management and stakeholders worldwide.