Senior Project Management Specialist

Job description

Foods you love. Brands you trust. And a career that empowers you to grow.

At Nestlé USA, we’re all working towards the same goal – to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity – and responsibility – to be there for every moment in our consumers’ lives.

Joining Nestlé means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk‑taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.

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JOB SUMMARY:

Lead and manage awide rangeofcomplex research anddevelopmentprojectsforNestléNutrition's Global Baby Food Meals & Drinks Category,withaconsumer-centric,growthmindset,and passion for innovation.Includesthedevelopment ofnew science & technologies, new product launches, development of strategic roadmaps & pipelines,and new concept development. Lead projectsfrom the front end of innovation through industrialization andtolaunch.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Project& ProcessManagement

Lead the definition and communication of project scope,objectives,and expectations in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders

Navigate andfacilitateFront-End innovationactivities, distilling complexity and ambiguity and swiftly creating actionstoenabledecision making

Align on the strategy and approach for initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling, and closing the project

Identifythe project resource requirements and lead project planning

Build and manage the end-to-end project schedule,definethe critical path, trackactivities to ensure functional team members are meeting agreed upon deadlines,generate,and communicatestatus reports, and elevate critical issues

Build andmaintainproject budget

Connect Science and Technologydata,factsandpeople to deliversolutions with competitive advantage

Proactivelymanageroadblocks and risk mitigation plans

Coordinate andfacilitateproject meetings including kick-off meetings, project team meetings, risk assessments, andadditionalmeetings asrequired

Engage and communicate effectively with partners, stakeholders, and decision makers

Coordinate andfacilitatepost launch reviewsand communicate key learningsand proposed continuous improvement actions

Responsible for the consistent application, disciplined execution, and continuous improvement of Nestlé’s I&R processes and tools

Project Leadership

Apply coaching and influencing skillstoleadcross-functional and multidisciplinary teams, by embracing details and ambiguity while keeping a general view to reduce complexity and to strive for rapid but informed management decisions

Unite and energize team members behind a shared vision,guiding and motivating them to achieve project objectives

Create an environment that encourages diversity of thought and constructive challenge/debate

Bring structure,transparency,and clarity to project teams during times of complexity,chaosand/or ambiguity

Foster collaboration amongst team members, ensuring effective information flow andtimelyresolution of challenges

Minimize riskand increase project impact by creating alternative scenarios in an agile way to ensure project performance in terms of quality, speed, cost

Be the guardian of project management excellence by mastering tools and coaching peers and project team members to deliver the highest value

Connectinternally and externally toidentifyopportunities toleverageknowledge and to enhance competitive advantage

Coach Project Managers to build their skill sets

JOBQUALIFICATIONS (Education, Experience and Knowledge):

Proven (at least five years) experience in project management of large-scale cross-functional and multidisciplinary projects with high business impact, preferably in a research / innovation driven environment

Experience in FMCG industry, in R&D and/or Operations/Manufacturing

BSin related science fields (e.g.,Foodscience, Material sciences, Agricultural or Environmental sciences, Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Packaging,or related sciences)

Project Management certification (e.g.,PMP, ITIL, COBIT) and/or Nestlé PM dossieris a plus

Demonstrated Innovation mindset, with Consumer, Customer and Business Opportunity thinking

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills withtheability to lead, energize and steer multifunctional teamsandto collaborate effectively with stakeholders.

Excellent coaching skills

Demonstratedgrowthmindset, with agility, courage, curiosity and resilience, adaptability to navigate in uncertain and ambiguous contexts and embracingrisk mindset

Ability to travel 10 - 20%, domestically and internationally.

Salary: $90,719.10 to $127,989 per year

Bonus Eligibility: 7%

Thepay rangeprovided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at top of range.

Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.

The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: .

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