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Project Manager

Ref: AS3225458

PE1

£50,000

  • Permanent
  • Proactive Leadership
  • Cost-Reduction
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration

About the candidate

The candidate is a dynamic Project Manager with extensive experience in managing high-stakes projects in the FMCG sector, primarily around procurement and product development. They have a proven track record of handling complex, strategic projects that enhance business operations and drive profitability. With a solid grasp of Stage and Gate processes, this candidate navigates through the demands of fast-paced environments with ease, consistently delivering projects that meet both schedule and budget targets. Their proactive style fosters strong cross-functional relationships, ensuring collaborative project execution and substantial business impacts.

What makes them great?

  • Effective Cross-Functional Leadership: Drives successful project outcomes through strong leadership of cross-functional teams, ensuring synchronisation and efficiency across departments involved in FMCG projects.
  • Cost-Saving Initiatives: Demonstrated ability to reduce procurement costs by 20%, enhancing profitability and supplier relationships for medium-sized food manufacturing companies.
  • Process Improvement Expert: Proven track record in refining project management processes, resulting in more streamlined operations and improved project delivery timelines.

Areas of expertise

  • Project Management: Skilled in overseeing FMCG and procurement-related high-priority projects, adept at managing timelines, budgets, and project scopes efficiently.
  • Stakeholder Management: Highly effective at building relationships with internal and external stakeholders to align project outcomes with strategic business goals.
  • Cost Reduction Strategies: Experienced in sourcing and procurement optimisation, achieving significant cost savings and supplier performance enhancements.