Project Manager - 6 month contract

Project Manager 12 Month FTC Project Manager 12 Month FTC Apply locations: Chiswick Park | Time type: Full time | Posted on: Posted Yesterday | Job requisition id: JR25328 Want to help us bring happiness to the world? Want to join an ambitious and fast-growing global biscuits and confectionery business investing heavily in iconic global brands, infrastructure, and people? Then this is the place for you. As proud bakers and chocolatiers and custodians of iconic global brands, we don’t compromise on the quality of ingredients in our products or on the people we hire. We are looking for entrepreneurial spirits who share our passion for bringing happiness to our consumers and who embody our Winning Traits. To succeed at pladis you need to be purpose-led , resilient , and positive . We expect pace and agility , insist on collaboration , and demand accountability. If that is your thing, then pladis offers global ambition, a clear vision and roadmap for success, challenge, and unrivalled opportunities to learn and make an impact. Click “Apply” to get started. Role Objectives We are seeking a Project Manager (6-month contract) to join our commercialisation team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the delivery, process, governance, and reporting of projects. The initiatives, mainly branded (e.g., McVitie’s, Jacob’s), require exceptional cross-functional collaboration to achieve World Class execution. The commercialisation team focuses on process enablement, cross-functional integration, risk mitigation, and project portfolio consolidation. This role reports to the Commercialisation Controller and works alongside a team of Project Managers. This position is based in our Chiswick office on a hybrid (3:2) model. Key Responsibilities Plan, govern, and deliver projects on time and in full, approved through the commercialisation forum. Manage projects through the pladis stage & gate system. Track and report progress/issues accurately and timely, highlighting compliance, key issues, and risks. Identify at-risk projects, escalate appropriately, and collate options, impacts, and recommendations. Control project scope, action standards, and guard rails, with clear approval processes for changes. Resolve conflicts and interface problems within projects, ensuring timely adaptive actions. Ensure smooth delivery of pack change projects, including SKU or code changes, mitigating packaging write-offs. Identify, communicate, and align initiatives with interdependencies across markets and functions. Required Experience Essential Project Management experience Expertise in at least one business area (Supply Chain, Finance, Commercial, Procurement, Technical) Proven track record of delivering cross-functional projects Desirable FMCG experience Commercial acumen Experience across multiple functions Formal project management qualification (e.g., Prince) Interview Process First stage: 45-minute competency-based interview based on company values and experience Second stage: 60-minute technical interview, case study, or presentation Note: Psychometric and aptitude tests may be part of the process. What We Offer Annual Incentive Plan (AIP) Health Cash Plan enrollment Private medical insurance (eligibility dependent) Stakeholder Pension Scheme Life Assurance 25 days + bank holidays Holiday Enhancement Scheme Volunteering Day Cycle to work scheme Discounted gym membership (Carlisle & Chiswick) Discount and Cashback Scheme Employee Assistance Programme Financial Wellbeing Support Training and development opportunities Our Purpose & Values Purpose: Bring happiness with every bite. Our values are purpose-led, agile, positive, resilient, and collaborative. Living these values is key to our success and will be explored during interviews. Inclusion & Diversity We are committed to an inclusive, diverse workplace and provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. We are an equal opportunity employer. About Us pladis is a global snacking company with brands like McVitie’s, GODIVA, and Ülker. Formed in 2016, with over 300 years of baking and confectionery expertise, our 16,000 employees operate across 27 bakeries in 11 countries, driven by our purpose: to ‘bring happiness with every bite’. #J-18808-Ljbffr