Commercialisation & Innovation Project Manager (FMCG)

Company: For a large, international FMCG organisation with a strong production footprint across Europe, we are looking for an experienced project leader to help deliver product and packaging innovations from concept through to successful market launch. The environment is fast-paced, stakeholder-rich, and focused on quality, compliance, and operational excellence.

Job Description: The Commercialisation & Innovation Project Manager (FMCG) will manage end-to-end commercialisation projects that bring new products and packaging solutions to market. The role connects commercial goals with production realities, coordinating multiple teams through a structured stage-gate process to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.

Responsibilities: Lead commercialisation projects through a structured stage-gate approach, from initiation to launch. Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders across Supply Chain, R&D, Quality, Finance, Marketing, Sales and external partners. Translate business needs into clear, workable execution plans that fit real production and operational constraints. Drive alignment and decision-making across multiple sites and countries, keeping progress visible and on track.

Manage project scope, timeline, budget and quality deliverables; identify and mitigate risks early. Support CAPEX-related business cases in collaboration with technical and finance stakeholders. Ensure accurate project documentation and reporting, maintaining transparency throughout the project lifecycle. Visit production sites when required to support implementation and stakeholder alignment.

Requirements: Proven project management experience in FMCG (experience with product and/or packaging innovation is strongly preferred). Hands-on experience working with a stage-gate / gated project framework. Strong stakeholder management skills in a matrix, cross-functional environment. Comfortable building structure in complex projects and driving progress in ambiguous situations. Business-minded approach, with the ability to connect project choices to practical outcomes and investment decisions.

Excellent communication skills in English; Dutch is preferred for on-site collaboration. Willingness to travel to production sites; driving license required.

Other Information: The position is based in Amersfoort (near the central station) and will involve regular collaboration with international stakeholders across Europe. If you are interested and want to apply, please submit your application via the apply button below and contact me.