Commercialisation Project Manager
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Job Summary
At Saputo we bring good to the table by making high-quality products investing in our people and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best
How you will make contributions that matter
As Commercialisation Project Manager you will lead the end-to-end delivery of New Product Development (NPD) innovation product change and commercialisation projects. Working closely with Marketing R&D Supply Chain Manufacturing Quality Finance and Procurement teams you will drive projects through the Stage Gate process ensuring delivery on time within budget and managing risks along the way.
This role suits someone who thrives in a fast-paced FMCG environment and enjoys bringing multiple stakeholders together to successfully launch products into market.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the commercialisation of NPD innovation and product change projects from concept through to launch.
- Coordinate and influence cross-functional project teams to achieve project objectives.
- Manage project timelines budgets risks dependencies and stakeholder communications.
- Drive projects through Stage Gate governance processes and maintain project documentation within Accolade.
- Facilitate project meetings and ensure accountability across project teams.
- Identify risks early and develop practical solutions to keep projects on track.
- Monitor project performance and conduct post-launch reviews to capture learnings and continuous improvement opportunities.
- Partner with stakeholders across Australia and global Saputo teams to deliver successful outcomes.
To be successful you will bring:
- Proven experience managing commercialisation innovation or NPD projects within FMCG.
- Strong cross-functional stakeholder management and influencing skills.
- Experience leading projects through Stage Gate or similar product development processes.
- Demonstrated ability to manage risk solve problems and navigate complex projects.
- Strong commercial acumen and understanding of business priorities.
- Excellent communication organisation and project management skills.
- A proactive inquisitive mindset with the confidence to challenge and drive outcomes.
Highly Regarded
- Dairy food or beverage industry experience.
- Experience managing packaging artwork specification change or product launch projects.
- Exposure to international or export projects.
- Experience using Accolade or similar product lifecycle management systems.
Well support you with
- The opportunity to make contributions that matter whilst being supported by a multinational values led company
- A competitive annual salary
- Learning and development opportunities with the ability to grow in your own way
- Ability to participate in our Employee Share Ownership Program
Click on Apply for this job to submit your application. Saputo Dairy Australia is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants require Australian working rights at the time of applying
As a leading dairy processor in Australia Saputo produces markets and distributes a variety of products with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Devondale Liddells CHEER Mersey Valley and Tasmanian Heritage. Our people bring these popular brands to life while servicing our farming communities and through our AG Warehouse network.
Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing operations supply chain sales quality assurance or in any other function your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.
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