Project Manager - FMCG

Global Packaging Project Manager Global FMCG Business 12-Month Contract Mainly Remote | Some UK Travel We're partnering with a global FMCG organisation to appoint an experienced Project Manager to lead a high-profile global packaging transformation project. This is a business-focused project role, not an IT PM position. You'll work across multiple regions, functions and stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of packaging-related initiatives that drive commercial and operational impact. Key Responsibilities Lead delivery of a global packaging project from planning through to implementation Develop and manage project plans, milestones, risks and dependencies Coordinate cross-functional teams across multiple geographies Drive stakeholder engagement, communications and governance activities Identify and resolve project risks, issues and roadblocks Track progress against key deliverables and provide regular leadership updates Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope and achieve intended business outcomes Manage external suppliers and internal business stakeholders where required About You Proven Project Manager with experience delivering packaging, product change, product innovation or supply chain projects within FMCG Strong track record managing complex, global, cross-functional programmes Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills Able to drive delivery without direct authority Strong planning, governance and risk management capabilities Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, changing environment Experienced using project management tools such as Smartsheet, SharePoint or similar Ideal Background FMCG, consumer goods, food & beverage, personal care or manufacturing sectors Packaging transformation, product rollout, product innovation, NPD or supply chain project experience Experience working across global stakeholder groupsThis is a fantastic opportunity to lead a globally visible programme for a market-leading FMCG business, delivering tangible business impact through packaging innovation and change. Inventum Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy