Global Project Delivery & Innovation Leader

Wavin; Dedemsvaart; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Wavin in Dedemsvaart, the Netherlands, seeks a Project Delivery Manager to lead end-to-end delivery of its innovation and product development portfolio. You will ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with the global stage-gate process.

The role combines PMO leadership with product development management, requiring 8+ years of experience and strong stakeholder management. Hybrid work includes 3 office days per week with limited travel.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in a relevant technical discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in project management, product development, engineering or R&D.
• Understanding of polymer materials is preferred.
• English at business proficiency level. Dutch and/or additional languages are an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of project and portfolio management methodologies and stage-gate innovation processes.
• Experience leading complex product development or technology projects from concept through implementation.
• Demonstrated people leadership experience, including coaching and developing technical or project management teams.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and experience working across multiple functions, regions and organizational levels.
• Ability to create structure, prioritize effectively and drive execution in a complex international environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the global Project Delivery organization by integrating project management and product development capabilities.
• Ensure effective delivery of NPI, CPI, LCM and technology projects through the global stage-gate process.
• Own and continuously improve project management processes, governance, tools, templates and portfolio transparency.
• Manage resources and capabilities across Project Managers, Product Development Engineers and other technical experts involved in project execution.
• Drive disciplined portfolio execution, cross-functional collaboration and a strong delivery culture focused on accountability, speed and reliable innovation.
• Drive effective communication and alignment across stakeholders to ensure projects remain on track and risks are managed proactively.

Skills

PMO leadership

Project management

Product development

Stage-gate processes

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Resource planning

Risk management

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

Wavin in Dedemsvaart, the Netherlands, seeks a Project Delivery Manager to lead end-to-end delivery of its innovation and product development portfolio. You will ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with the global stage-gate process.

The role combines PMO leadership with product development management, requiring 8+ years of experience and strong stakeholder management. Hybrid work includes 3 office days per week with limited travel.