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Innovation & Renovation (I&R) Program Manager

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Nestlé

Oct 26, 2024

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Business, Operations & Strategy
    Product
  • North York

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 5 years of effective Commercialization Portfolio and Project Management experience
  • Proactive and Analytical Individual, Creative Problem Solver, Daring, Adaptable, Self-Motivated, Committed to Achieving Results
  • Comfortable with ambiguity and an ability to navigate between the big picture and the details
  • Proven track record to mobilize and energize team members behind a shared vision and guiding and motivating them to achieve project objectives
  • PMP (Project Management Professional) Certification
  • Background in a scientific, medical or healthcare field
  • People Management
  • Minimum 8 years of cross functional experience in a CPG company
  • Experience with Stage Gate methodology

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary link between the Category’s defined innovation strategy and project execution.
  • Provide the Category Leadership Team with data, analytics and insights, facilitating regular Portfolio Reviews to bring clarity to Portfolio status, gaps and optimization opportunities.
  • Drive, in partnership with the Category Marketing Leader, the alignment of the Portfolio to deliver the Category's I&R strategic objectives and targets. Facilitating the evaluation, choice, trade off and prioritization of new and existing I&R projects and ideas.
  • Apply project management fundamentals to mobilize cross-functional teams to successfully complete and deliver high complexity I&R projects and key business initiatives from Idea to Launch.
  • Build and lead the coordinated project plan from Idea to Launch, defining the critical path and tracking achievements to ensure project deliverables are completed on time.
  • Lead cross-functional teams to identify and handle risks and opportunities, determine solutions, remove roadblocks and drive corrective action to meet I&R portfolio and project objectives and business commitments thru robust viability, feasibility and desirability assessments at every stage of the project.
  • Lead and facilitate monthly Category Project Review meetings for Gate Advancement, Deactivation and Scope Change, driving go/no go decisions by the Category Leadership team.
  • Champion the consistent application, focused execution and continuous improvement of Nestle’s Innovation and Renovation management process, tools and approach (I2L).

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title for this position is Innovation & Renovation (I&R) Program Manager.

Where is the location of the job?

The job is located at 25 Sheppard Ave W, North York, ON M2N 6S8.

What business area does this position fall under?

This position falls under Nestlé Health Science.

What are the key responsibilities of the I&R Program Manager?

Key responsibilities include serving as the primary link between the Category’s innovation strategy and project execution, leading cross-functional teams for project delivery, and managing the overall commercialization process from Idea to Launch.

How many direct reports will the I&R Program Manager have?

The I&R Program Manager will have people management responsibilities, including leading and mentoring 1-2 direct reports.

What minimum experience is required for this position?

A minimum of 5 years of effective Commercialization Portfolio and Project Management experience is required.

Is a PMP certification preferred for this role?

Yes, PMP (Project Management Professional) Certification is preferred for this role.

What benefits are offered with this position?

Benefits include a comprehensive total rewards package, health and dental benefits, company-matched pension plan, vacation days, flexible work arrangements, educational assistance, and more.

Are there any specific preferred skills for this role?

Preferred skills include people management experience, a background in a scientific or healthcare field, minimum 8 years of cross-functional experience in a CPG company, and experience with Stage Gate methodology.

Does Nestlé Canada provide accommodations during the recruitment process?

Yes, Nestlé Canada is committed to ensuring all applicants can fully participate in the recruitment process and will work with candidates to provide necessary accommodations.

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Nestlé

Unlocking the power of food to enhance quality of life for everyone, today and for generations to come.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
1-10
Employees

Mission & Purpose

As the world’s largest food and beverage company we are driven by a simple aim: unlocking the power of food to enhance quality of life for everyone, today and for generations to come. To deliver on this, we serve with passion, with a spirit of excellence, offering products and services for all stages of life, every moment of the day, helping people care for themselves and their families. Our culture is based on our values rooted in respect: respect for ourselves, respect for others, respect for diversity and respect for the future. We can trace our origin back to 1866, when the first European condensed milk factory was opened in Cham, Switzerland, by the Anglo-Swiss Condensed Milk Company. One year later, Henri Nestlé, a trained pharmacist, launched one of the world’s first prepared infant cereals ‘Farine lactée’ in Vevey, Switzerland. Today, we employ around 273,000 people and have factories or operations in almost every country in the world. With our headquarters still based in the Swiss town of Vevey, we had sales of CHF 84.3 billion in 2020. Our portfolio covers almost every food and beverage category –offering products and services for all stages of life, every moment of the day, helping people care for themselves and their families. House rules: https://nes.tl/HouseRules

Culture & Values

  • Respect for ourselves

    Respect starts with self-respect. Being true to ourselves, while acting with integrity, fairness and authenticity.

  • Respect for others

    Respecting others is about meeting our promises. It’s about quality in our products, our brands and everything we do.

  • Respect for diversity

    Respect for other ways of thinking, other cultures and all aspects of society requires inclusiveness and openness in all our interactions.

  • Respect for the future

    Respect for the future of our planet and future generations compels us to act with responsibility and courage, even if it’s difficult.

Benefits

  • Competitive remuneration

    You’ll be recognized for your contribution with a competitive salary and benefits package. And you may benefit from savings plans, insurances, loans, and discounted or free Nestlé products. You could even grab a bargain on retail products, services and activities.

  • Location-specific opportunities

    Our working environments vary greatly, so depending on your job and your location, you could benefit from flexible working opportunities, volunteering programs, the ability to bring a pet to work, and much more.

  • International mobility

    We offer opportunities to develop your career in different countries around the world. Global mobility plays an important part in developing Nestlé’s talent and our brands.

  • Health and wellbeing at work

    Our employee health programs will help you develop and maintain a healthy lifestyle, with health checks, health care, onsite cafeterias and fitness centres, sport and other activities.

  • Employee support

    More than ever, it is important that you are emotionally supported while at work and at home to be resilient and feel good as you carry out your everyday activities. We provide access to confidential counsellors to help when the unexpected happens or you are feeling overwhelmed.

  • Parental leave

    With a minimum of 18 weeks paid parental leave for the primary caregiver, plus the opportunity to take further leave, your new family life can get off to a great start. Your work location may provide additional benefits and resources such as dedicated feeding rooms or creches.