At Weetabix, we believe that diverse teams drive better ideas, stronger decisions, and a more inclusive workplace for everyone. We're committed to building an organisation where people from all walks of life feel they belong-where different voices, experiences, and backgrounds are valued and respected.

Closing date: Sunday 29th March
Interview process: Two Stage Process
Working pattern: Hybrid working 2/3 Days On-Site including Weetabix Wednesday, where everyone comes into the office for some great collaboration and meetings - it's a must! While we operate a hybrid working pattern, we are committed to providing flexibility where needed.

We're happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process-just let us know how we can support you.

The Recipe (About the Role)

The Innovation Project Manager plays a crucial role in driving and executing designated commercialisation projects within our innovation and renovation program, taking them from concept to launch. This involves exemplary cross-functional supervision, strict adherence to Stage-Gate governance, and a forward-thinking approach to risk management. The position skillfully aligns plans, teams, and choices to ensure launches are delivered on-time, in-full, and on-budget. These successful launches not only enhance our brand equity and margins but also increase scalability, all while contributing to the achievement of our growth strategy.

• End-to-End Project Management: Own commercialisation projects from concept to launch, maintaining consistency in scope and success metrics.
• Stage-Gate Discipline: Manage projects through governance with high-quality materials, ensuring compliance with gate criteria.
• Critical Path & Timeline Control: Create and oversee detailed plans, tracking milestones and addressing delays proactively.
• Risk & Issue Management: Identify and mitigate risks, maintaining a risk register and resolution log.
• Cross-Functional Supervision: Collaborate across multiple departments including Marketing, R&D, and Operations to execute plans.
• Stakeholder Communication: Deliver clear status updates and escalate issues with proposed solutions.
• Operational Readiness & Launch Execution: Manage trials, quality checks, and ensure readiness for launch.
• Benefits, Cost & Compliance: Monitor outcomes against targets and ensure adherence to compliance standards.
• Reporting & PMO Interface: Align with PMO standards for accurate portfolio visibility and resource management.

The Ingredients (What we need from you)

Key Know How:

• Experience in cross-functional NPD/renovation projects in FMCG or consumer goods.
• Expertise in Stage-Gate and project governance from concept to launch.
• Skilled in critical path planning, risk/issue management, and dependency control.
• Commercial acumen for insight, feasibility, and decision-ready gates.
• Strong stakeholder management, communication, and facilitation skills.
• Highly organised, able to prioritise and meet tight deadlines.

Nice To Have:

• Mastery of Product Line Cycle Management and digital workflow/portfolio tools; dashboarding and portfolio analytics.
• Agile delivery practices for innovation (timeboxing, sprints, rapid experiments, PIRs).
• Prince 2 Qualification
• Agile PM experience

Your Bowl of Perks (Benefits)

Competitive salary & Annual Flexible benefits

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, career, and life outside work.

• Annual bonus 10%
• Double-matched pension scheme (up to 12% from us)
• 25 days annual leave increasing with service
• Annual Salary review
• Healthcare plan
• Discounted Weetabix products

To support our employees, we also offer:

• Continued investment in your personal development
• We believe in balance, whether it's for family, rest or simply time for you. As well as your holiday entitlement, you can purchase up to 5 days of additional annual leave
• Access to 24/7 counselling service (via Grocery Aid partnership)
• The freedom of Flexible Work Opportunities
• Enhanced Maternity / Paternity / Adoption Leave
• Additional Time Off for Fertility Treatment and Neonatal Care
• Working Parents Support Group
• Fully stocked kitchens filled with our delicious products for you to enjoy

To learn more about life at Weetabix, visit our careers page: https://careers.weetabixfoodcompany.co.uk/

Please note: We benchmark roles based on your skills and experience, so we do not advertise fixed salary ranges.

Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this position; therefore, we are seeking candidates who do not require sponsorship.

We utilise our Preferred Agency Supplier Partners as and when we require additional support

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