SENIOR GLOBAL PROJECT MANAGER

SUNSTAR offers products and services to customers in more than 90 countries worldwide. GUM, one of its oral care brands, provides a portfolio of solutions designed to support people through different life stages and oral health challenges.

To join our dynamic and fast-paced Global R&D Team, we are currently seeking a GLOBAL SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER (Multiple Locations possible).

MISSION

Reporting to the Global R&D Senior Director, the selected candidate will lead and manage strategic global product development and foundational research projects within Sunstar's Consumer Oral Care division. This involves establishing a robust project management system, fostering cross-regional and cross-functional collaboration, and ensuring alignment with the company's strategic goals.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The main responsibilities include:

Global Project Management for Oral Care Products and Services

• Drive the successful execution of globally scalable product development and foundational research projects in the oral care domain.
• Ensure projects meet defined KPIs, timelines, and budgets, aligning with BIG 6 strategic priority geographies.

Cross-Regional and Cross-Functional Communication

• Serve as the central point of contact for global oral care teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation across regions and functions such as R&D, marketing, and regulatory affairs.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams to address regional needs and leverage global opportunities in oral care, ensuring full visibility and alignment between local, regional, and global projects.
• Promote cross-regional knowledge sharing to identify areas of synergy for product innovation and renovation.

Establishment and Management of Stage-Gate Process for Global Projects

• Develop and maintain a structured stage-gate system tailored to oral care product development, with clear KPIs and Go-No-Go criteria.
• Ensure consistency and effectiveness in decision-making across global oral care projects.

Portfolio Optimization and Prioritization

• Facilitate effective Innovation & Development Committee decision-making (calendar, agenda, minutes).
• Establish and manage a project prioritization framework based on strategic fit, expected business impact, speed, and value creation.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering, or Business Administration with a focus on consumer goods or healthcare.
• Master’s degree or PhD in a relevant field (e.g., Biology, Dentistry, or Innovation Management).
• At least 7 years of experience in a similar role within a multinational company, preferably in the oral care, FMCG, or pharmaceutical markets.
• Proven success in managing complex, cross-regional oral care product development or research projects.
• Experience in implementing stage-gate systems and managing oral care-specific project portfolios.
• Deep understanding of cultural nuances to facilitate seamless collaboration in a global environment.