PLM Senior Program Manager - Consumer Goods

Our customer, a leading multinational Fast Moving Consumer Goods company, known for its high-quality products and commitment to innovation, is currently looking for a:

PLM SENIOR PROGRAM MANAGER - CONSUMER GOODS

Who, reporting to the Group IT Consumer Platform Leader, will lead company’s IT stream in a multi-year, company-wide PLM Digital transformation program, launched as part of the Operational Excellence strategy, with the purpose of modernizing end-to-end PLM processes and tools

Main Responsibilities: Manage the IT Stream of the PLM program, coordinating multiple project streams and ensuring successful execution across all phases to meet timelines, budgets, and adoption of key capabilities Drive change management, risk mitigation and stakeholder alignments for smooth transition fueling consumer product innovation Develop and cascade project plans, define activities and responsibilities Monitor progress, assess feasibility, recommend corrective actions for risks, delays and budgets overconsumptions Facilitate technical change management for handover and smooth transition to RUN team Collaborate with procurement during the System integration selection process Maintain communication with teams, partners, C-level stakeholder on status and decisions Plan and consolidate monthly cost, performance and KPI reports for budget visibility Manage risks: identify, mitigate, escalate Collaborate with System Integrators IT Center od Excellence, R&D, Marketing, Packaging, Production forIT-business alignment

Requirements: Bachelors degree in Management Engineering, IT, Computer Science, Economics, or related field At least 8 years of experience in similar roles within multinational food and consumer companies, managing complex digital transformation programs and at least 15 years of overall IT seniority Proven program management with strong Agile expertise Deep knowledge of leading PLM platforms and SAP ERP integration Understanding of R&D, PLM orchestration, marketing briefing, packaging processes Experience in supplier selection, contracts, vendor management Strong risk management and mitigation strategy skills Change management and transformational leadership capabilities Excellent communication for cross-functional/C-level interactions Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-stakes environments PMP certification (plus) Skills in working under pressure and handling crises Fluency in Italian and English

Location:

South Piedmont (hybrid work)