Project Manager, Supply Innovation Commercialization Specialist; L6

Diageo plc; Plainfield (IL); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Diageo plc in Plainfield, Illinois, is seeking a Project Manager in Supply Innovation Commercialization to lead cross-functional projects across our portfolio, applying the World Class Commercialization blueprint.

You will partner with Demand, Technical Operations and Supply teams to remove hurdles, manage timelines and budgets, and report progress using PowerBI and Smartsheets.

This role requires 1–3+ years in supply, a technical degree, strong communication, and willingness to travel up to 10%.

Qualifications

• 1–3+ years of experience across supply disciplines or project management in a CPG environment.
• BS in Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related technical field.
• Strong business acumen, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience with primary package design, liquid development, and manufacturing processes.
• Proficient with reporting tools like PowerBI or Smartsheets; SAP is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead individual projects across our portfolio of innovation, renovation and supply optimization work, growing in complexity over time.
• Provide Supply's technical and operational perspective through the product commercialization lifecycle, partnering with Demand, Technical Operations and the broader Supply community to resolve hurdles.
• Build relationships with Global Category Team partners worldwide and keep portfolios visible via reporting tools.
• Manage project timelines and resourcing, adapting plans and bringing creative solutions as issues arise.
• Deliver the project portfolio on time, in full, on budget and on quality, from initiation through post-launch, with risk mitigation.

Skills

Project management

Supply chain

Communication

Relationship building

Problem solving

Education

BS in Engineering, Supply Chain, or related technical field

Tools

PowerBI

Smartsheets

SAP

Job description

# Project Manager, Supply Innovation Commercialization Specialist; L6Plainfield,IllinoisPlainfield, Illinois: SALARY RANGE IS FROM $67,725 TO $112,875 (Annual)Posted a day agoFull timeJR1129859Share job postApplyWatchHelp transform our business as we take our brands to new heights and build new ones as part of shaping the next generation of celebrations for consumers around the world. Join us for career defining opportunities that give you the chance to thrive.## Job Description**About us**With over 200 brands sold in nearly 180 countries, Diageo is home to some of the world’s most iconic drinks. From Johnnie Walker and Guinness to Tanqueray, Smirnoff and Don Julio, we craft brands chosen for life’s moments — from everyday connections to landmark celebrations.Bring your talent, curiosity and ambition, and strive for your personal best alongside people who challenge, support and learn from each other. Together, as one outstanding team, we keep learning, improving and raising the bar for our brands, our business and each other.Join us and play your part in making life’s moments mean a little more.**About the Function**Supply Chain & Manufacturing is where our brands are made, moved and delivered to the world.With over half of our people working across more than 100 sites, this is a complex, large-scale operation that brings together production, logistics, engineering and supplier partnerships.It’s fast-paced and hands-on, with teams working together to ensure quality, efficiency and sustainability at every stage. From sourcing ingredients to getting products into customers’ hands, you’ll play a role in delivering the brands people know and love.**About this role*** Lead individual projects across our portfolio of innovation, renovation and supply optimization work, growing in complexity over time, applying Diageo's World Class Commercialization (WCC) blueprint to guide execution and our A360 framework to navigate stage gate governance and decisions* Provide Supply's technical and operational perspective through the product commercialization lifecycle, partnering with Demand, Technical Operations and the broader Supply community to resolve commercialization hurdles as they arise* Build relationships with our Global Category Team partners worldwide, and grow fluency in our portfolio reporting tools (PowerBI, Smartsheets) to keep your projects visible and on track* Manage project timelines and resourcing, adapting plans and bringing creative solutions as issues arise* Deliver your project portfolio against our global commitments, on time, in full, on budget and on quality, from initiation through post-launch* Identify and manage risks proactively, with clear, actionable mitigation plans for each project* Ensure technical due diligence at each stage, so decisions at A360 gates are well-supported and sound* Apply Diageo's WCC methodology and A360 governance rigorously across your portfolio* Contribute to continuous improvement of our commercialization process and tools as you encounter friction in your own project work**Experience/skills required:*** 1-3+ years of experience across supply disciplines, procurement, manufacturing, technical operations, planning, quality or project management, in a CPG environment* BS in Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related technical field, with demonstrated knowledge of product commercialization* Strong business acumen, communication and relationship-building skills* Practical knowledge of primary package design, liquid development and manufacturing processes* Comfort working with reporting tools (e.g., PowerBI, Smartsheets)* SAP experience a plus* 10% travel required **Working with Us**Flexibility is key to our success. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you so that you’re supported to manage your wellbeing and balance your priorities from day one.We recognise and value performance, offering our people a highly competitive Rewards and Benefits package including:Our purpose is crafting iconic drinks chosen for life’s moments. And it’s our people, with their different experiences, perspectives and talents, who make that possible.We value diversity in its broadest sense and want everyone to feel they can belong, contribute and strive for their personal best. You’ll work alongside people with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives — challenging, supporting and learning from one another as one outstanding team.Together, we’re constantly learning and improving, combining the strength of our people, capabilities and iconic brands to raise the bar, grow and win. Wherever you join us, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute, make an impact and play your part in making life’s moments mean a little more.Ready to bring your best? This could be your opportunity.*If you require a reasonable adjustment, please ensure that you capture this information when you submit your application.****Recruitment Scam Warning****Protecting candidates is very important to us. All communications regarding your application will come from an email address ending in @diageo.com. In our recruitment process, we'll never ask for money.*With over 200 brands sold in more than 180 countries, we’re the world’s leading premium drinks company. Every day, over 27,500 talented people come together at Diageo to create the magic behind our much-loved brands. From iconic names to innovative newcomers – the brands we’re building are rooted in culture and local communities. Our ambition is to be one of the best performing, most trusted and most respected consumer products companies in the world.Our founders, such as Arthur Guinness, John Walker, and Charles Tanqueray, were visionary entrepreneurs whose brilliant minds helped shape the alcohol industry. And through our people, their legacy lives on. Join us, and you’ll collaborate with talented thinkers, leaders, and makers from all corners of the world. Together, you’ll innovate and push boundaries, shaping a more inclusive and sustainable future that we can all be proud of.With diversity at our core, we celebrate our people's unique passions, commitments and specialist skills. Because when varied voices, mindsets, and personalities come together, great ideas are born. In our supportive culture, your voice will be heard and you’ll be empowered to be you. Just bring your ambition, curiosity and ideas, and we’ll celebrate your work and help you reach your fullest potential.What's your DRINKiQ? Take our quiz to understand how alcohol is made and explore the effects of drinking. You can discover everything you need to know at DRINKiQ.Sign-up for job alertsSigning up for job alerts means you’ll be the first to hear about new jobs – they'll be sent direct to your inbox.Sign up**Employee:** Regular**Primary Location:**Plainfield,Illinois**Job posting start date:**23rd September 2026