R&D Project Manager

About the role

As an R&D Project Manager you will lead the strategic planning and execution of research and development projects from concept through commercialization. You will ensure projects meet timelines, budgets, and business objectives while coordinating cross‑functional teams and external partners.

Key responsibilities

• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables and timelines aligned with business priorities.
• Assess technical feasibility and financial viability, manage budgets, costs and resources.
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams throughout the full project lifecycle.
• Identify, mitigate and manage project risks, ensuring compliance with regulatory and industry standards.
• Manage relationships with universities, research institutes, suppliers and other external partners.
• Monitor performance through KPIs, report progress and provide recommendations to senior leadership.
• Identify emerging technologies, market trends and continuous‑improvement opportunities.

Required profile

• 3–4 years of proven experience in R&D project management, new product development or portfolio management, preferably in FMCG or manufacturing environments.
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering, electronics, automation systems and laboratory testing methodologies.
• Knowledge of product cost engineering, business case evaluation, budgeting and cost optimisation throughout the product lifecycle.
• Familiarity with food, packaging and machinery regulations, quality standards and compliance requirements.
• Analytical and innovative mindset with excellent stakeholder management and cross‑functional leadership skills.

Required skills

• Mechanical engineering
• Electronics
• Automation systems
• Laboratory testing methodologies
• Product cost engineering
• Business case evaluation
• Budgeting and cost optimisation
• Food/packaging/machinery regulations knowledge
• Quality standards compliance
• PMI‑based project management tools and methodologies
• PMP, CAPM or PMI‑ACP certification (strong plus)

What we offer

• Comprehensive welfare package
• Short working week during summer months
• Hybrid working policy