Launch Program Manager

The Launch Program Manager is accountable for the delivery of the regional Snacks Innovation Growth agenda for the Developed and Emerging Markets. The role requires the management of multiple concurrent projects varying in complexity, at local and international Kellogg facilities, with joint ventures and contract manufactures, and includes new product introductions, renovation of existing products, geographic expansion, supply chain and new business acquisition projects.

The purpose of this role is to facilitate an effective and efficient project management and review process, ensuring the appropriate preparation of technical and commercial information to support the stage gate approval process. The focus on Portfolio Management will ensure the right projects are executed, in the right way, to deliver the best return for the business.

**HERE’S A TASTE OF WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING**
- Responsible for the development, timely, complete, and accurate maintenance of project data, timelines and program/project status dashboards and or tracking tools.
- Provide education to cross-functional teams in executing multiple and complex projects using the Stage-Gate model.
- Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders and contributors to ensure maximum efficiency and effectiveness of project management.
- Present project updates to Leadership as required.
- Identify project issues and develop contingency plans to mitigate risks.
- Support the regional Monthly Innovation Meeting process to facilitate the timely consult and approval of project stage gate documents.
- Develop &/or facilitate implementation of innovation process improvement initiatives.
- May lead or have oversight of key supply chain initiatives in the region.
- From time to time based on business priority and complexity, execute other project types such as Packaging Work and Commercial Innovation.

**YOUR RECIPE FOR SUCCESS**
- Tertiary qualifications in a science, engineering, business, or related degree
- Some business experience (min. 3-5 yrs) in managing multiple and complex business projects.
- Experience in the food manufacturing industry and the FMCG sector is preferable.
- Business, financial acumen and communication skills
- Able to build strong working relationships with all levels and across business functions to effectively execute projects and programs.
- Strong collaboration and influencing skills.
- Self-driven and well organized have high standards of organization & accuracy.
- Ability to demonstrate critical thinking with strong problem-solving skills.
- Solution and results-focused mindset.

**OUR BENEFITS AND CULTURE**

We’re a company that makes great food and we hire great people Our K Values (integrity & respect, accountability, passion, simplicity, success and humility and hunger) shape our Kellogg culture and guide the way the business is run.

We offer our employees competitive salaries including performance-related bonuses and incentives, a flexible work environment and range of flexible employee health & wellness benefits. As an individual you can grow and develop your career with the support of your Manager and range of learning and development opportunities. The benefit of a global organization is you can take your career offshore.

Kellogg Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people.

**ABOUT KELLOGG COMPANY**

At Kellogg Company (NYSE: K), we are driven by the legacy of our innovative founder, W.K. Kellogg to enrich and delight the world through foods and brands that matter. Kellogg’s is the world’s leading producer of cereal, a leader in snacks production and a leading North American frozen foods company, with annual sales of more than $13 billion. Every day, our well-loved brands nourish families so they can flourish and thrive.