Project Manager (Supply Chain)

Our client is a leading international organisation within the FMCG sector. They develop, produce and commercialise a wide portfolio of consumer products for major retailers across multiple regions. The environment is fast-paced and highly cross-functional, with close collaboration between commercial teams, expert functions and production sites. We are looking for a Supply Chain Commercialisation Project Manager (Interim) to drive multiple supply chain renovation and new product implementation projects.

The Supply Chain Commercialisation Project Manager (Interim) will sit at the heart of the organisation, acting as the key link between commercial requirements and internal or external manufacturing capabilities. The focus is on delivering projects quickly, with high quality, strong alignment, and clear project documentation from start to finish.

Responsibilities include: leading and coordinating end-to-end projects, including initiation, design/planning, execution, and implementation; translating commercial needs into realistic supply chain and manufacturing plans; aligning and collaborating with stakeholders across Supply Chain, R&D, Quality, Finance, Marketing and Sales; managing project scope, planning, dependencies, risks and uncertainties; driving stakeholder management and decision-making in a multi-disciplinary, international setting; ensuring high-quality project updates, reporting, and documentation; contributing to business case development when required, including input for investment (CAPEX) requests; and supporting a customer-oriented supply chain footprint by helping deliver changes from central teams into factories and business units.

To be successful, the candidate should have a Master’s degree (e.g., MSc/MA/MBA) or equivalent level of thinking/experience; extensive experience in project management (typically 8+ years); a strong background in supply chain-related project delivery in a complex FMCG environment; understanding of new product and/or packaging development and implementation processes; solid communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills; fluent English and Dutch; and a pragmatic, flexible and hands-on mindset with strong ownership and accountability.

The role follows a hybrid working approach, with regular on-site presence required in Amersfoort. The selection process includes an on-site interview, and an additional online interview may be arranged if needed. This is a Temporary Full-Time Contract (6 Months).