The BESM is responsible for coordinating the timeline for all new products, for executing the administrative tasks needed to prepare launches & for supporting the category simplification efforts. Will be supporting the European Division Marketing Department.
Key interfaces include Brand Team, Supply Network Operation, HUB teams, Packaging, Artwork specialists, Regulatory, Legal etc.
The principal duties and responsibilities are:
• Innovation and Relaunches Management: Support the brand teams in coordination and follow-up of the projects’ timelines for the development & commercialization of all new products and relaunches. Track timelines, effectively collaborate with R&D and all other cross functional team members & ensure issues are addressed & communicated in a timely manner.
• Launch Preparation: Work closely with the brand teams & manage tasks for launch preparation including product information sheet, Volume consolidation, Artwork Management Portal, Country pairings definition, REACH/Regulatory compliance, Certifications, trade samples coordination and other necessary tasks.
Simplification - Support Brand Team and Regional Marketing Director to monitor progress of simplification initiatives & help prepare plans for the future.
Our requirements
Team work spirit, curiosity, energy and positive attitude.
Flexibility to adapt and to manage ambiguity
Creative thinking with ability to work across cultures and in remote teams
Leadership skills, results-oriented with strong communication and interpersonal skills
Is able to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously
Demonstrates the ability to monitor and adjust projects
Has strong project management & communication skills and is able to work in virtual teams
Strong Collaboration skills cross functionally
Bachelor degree;
At least 5-6 years of experience in multinational FMCG or pharmaceutical
Previous experience in Project Management
Knowledge of Supply Chain / Packaging
Fluent in Excel, SAP and project management tools
English fluency is mandated, other European languages would be a plus