Project Manager White Dairy (all genders)

FrieslandCampina; Netherlands; Hybrid; EUR 59,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range 5,250–7,150 EUR/month

Hybrid working

Rail/travel allowance

Annual leave 200 hours

Laptop and phone

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

FrieslandCampina is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join the Commercialisation Team within Customer Supply Chain. You will lead Design to Value (DtV) projects in the White Dairy category, driving customer value and cost optimization across Europe.

You will collaborate with R&D, QA, Finance, Marketing, Sales and Supply Chain to manage projects from initiation to implementation, ensuring end-to-end business case delivery and strong stakeholder management.

Qualifications

• 6–10+ years FMCG experience with a proven track record in delivering complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Deliver projects on time, in full (OTIF) and within budget and scope.
• Lead cross‑functional teams to achieve project objectives and business value.
• Identify, manage, and mitigate project risks, issues, and dependencies.
• Ensure accurate and timely project status reporting and escalations.
• Manage an agreed portfolio of DtV and renovation projects.
• Prepare and coordinate CAPEX requests and supporting business cases where applicable.
• Drive stakeholder alignment and decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

FMCG experience

Project leadership

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional leadership

Financial acumen

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Project Manager White Dairy (all genders) Project Manager White Dairy (all genders) Amersfoort (NL) Supply Chain & Logistics 32-40 Job Description Job Alerts Link Project Manager White Dairy (all genders) FrieslandCampina is looking for an experienced Project Manager to join the Commercialisation Team within Customer Supply Chain. You will lead Design to Value (DtV) projects in the White Dairy category, driving customer value and cost optimization. Working across R&D, QA, Finance, Marketing, Sales, and Supply Chain, you will manage projects from initiation to implementation. You will support the commercialisation of a diverse white dairy portfolio across Europe.

What we ask

• 6–10+ years FMCG experience with a proven track record in delivering complex projects;
• Master's degree required.Strong end-to-end expertise in new product and packaging development, from concept to commercialization.
• Solid understanding of customer supply chains and ability to connect them within an end-to-end business network.
• Proven capability to translate strategy into execution, with strong stakeholder management and cross-functional leadership skills.
• Pragmatic, results-driven leader with strong communication, financial acumen, and a proactive, ownership-focused mindset.

What we offer

At FrieslandCampina you work on strong, globally loved brands enjoyed by millions every day, like Friso, Campina,Chocomeland Frisian Flag.As a farmer-owned cooperative, we combine an international environment with a clear social and sustainable purpose. We support your growth through training, coaching and internal career opportunities. With trust and autonomy, you can make real impact.

Employment benefits:

• Salary between €5,250 and €7,150 gross per month(full-time), depending on experience and fit for the role.
• A work week of 32 to 38 hours, a 5% year-end allowance, 12,5% bonus (company performance-based), 8% holiday allowance and a pension scheme.
• Hybrid working, a train card and/or €0.23 per km (max. 30 km one way).
• 200 hours of annual leave, with the option to buy orsellup to 40 hours.
• A laptop, phone and home office equipment to support flexible working.
• Wellbeing and inclusion initiatives, such as health support, employee assistance programs and diversity initiatives.

Vacancy Description

As Project Manager White Dairy, you will lead large-scale Design to Value (DtV) and renovation projects, ensuring delivery against agreed objectives, requirements, timelines, and budgets. Through structured project management and proactive risk management, you will drive projects from concept to implementation. Where required, you will manage CAPEX-related activities, including the development of robust business cases in collaboration with subject matter experts.You will be accountable for the delivery of the end-to-end business case and full project lifecycle, including: Project Initiation & Scoping, Project Design & Planning, Project Execution & Implementation, Stakeholder Management, Project Team Leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver projects on time, in full (OTIF) and within agreed budget and scope.
• Lead cross‑functional teams to achieve project objectives and business value.
• Identify, manage, and mitigate project risks, issues, and dependencies.
• Ensure accurate and timely project status reporting and escalations.
• Manage an agreed portfolio of DtV and renovation projects.
• Prepare and coordinate CAPEX requests and supporting business cases where applicable.
• Drive stakeholder alignment and decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.

The Commercialisation Team Europe, Retail & Americas, part of Customer Supply Chain, translates Commercial and Supply Chain ambitions into production reality to deliver profitable growth. We turn strategy into execution by connecting commercial plans with supply chain capabilities, accelerating product commercialisation, and simplifying processes and product portfolios to create value for our customers and business.Our focus is on creating value through strong stakeholder relationships, continuous improvement of our processes and systems to ensure flawless execution. We deliver with the highest standards of quality and excellence, on time and in full. We are committed to developing our talent and strengthening team capabilities, driving engagement and cross-functional collaboration.

Why work with us:

An inspiring purpose

Better nutrition for the world and a good living for our farmers, now and for generations to come.

A cooperative culture

Driven by global collaboration, respect, and shared success

A tangible impact

Space to aim higher, with autonomy and a clear focus

Your growth fuels ours

We invest in your personal and professional development through training and education.