Enterprise Program Manager (Maternity cover: 12-month contract)

The Enterprise Program Manager (EPM) is responsible for orchestrating the end-to-end delivery of product and packaging initiatives. The role enables business strategy and enterprise decision making through disciplined project execution, governance and portfolio visibility.

Working across innovation, renovation, value leadership, resilience, sustainability and supply initiatives, the EPM leads cross-functional teams from project inception through launch and learning review, while enabling enterprise-wide decision making, risk management and continuous improvement.

A Taste of What You'll Be Doing

• Lead end-to-end delivery of product and packaging initiatives from project initiation through launch and learning review.
• Facilitate and coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver business objectives across scope, timing, quality and risk parameters.
• Own project planning, critical path management, risk mitigation and issue escalation.
• Act as custodian of Stage-Gate governance processes, facilitating effective decision making and compliance with EPM standards.
• Maintain accurate project, resource and portfolio data within EPM systems and tools.
• Facilitate launch readiness activities and provide oversight through commercialisation and market execution.
• Orchestrate product master data readiness by ensuring timely and accurate inputs from accountable functions.
• Capture project learnings and contribute to continuous improvement of EPM processes, tools and ways of working.
• Champion best-for-business decision making and stakeholder alignment across functions and markets.
• Support portfolio prioritisation and resource allocation discussions by providing project, resource and risk visibility to stakeholders.

The role operates within a highly matrixed regional environment, leading multiple concurrent projects across markets and manufacturing locations. The EPM collaborates closely with Marketing, R&D, Commercial, Finance, Quality, Regulatory and external partners to connect portfolio priorities, governance, resource allocation and execution into a single enterprise framework.

What You Look Like

• 2+ years experience leading cross-functional projects, preferably within FMCG, consumer goods, manufacturing or similar environments.
• Understanding of product development, commercialisation and end-to-end Idea-to-Market processes.
• Experience managing project timelines, risks, governance forums and stakeholder alignment.
• Exposure to portfolio management, resource planning or business prioritisation processes preferred.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, highly matrixed organisation.
• Demonstrated business acumen with the ability to provide portfolio, resource and risk visibility to support best-for-business decision-making.

What's Next

After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter, so it may take us a few weeks to get back with you by email or phone. Visit our How We Hire page to get insights into our hiring process and more about what we offer.

Get to Know Us

At Kellanova (now Mars Snacking), we are driven by our vision to be the world's best-performing snacks-led powerhouse, unleashing the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people. Our portfolio of iconic, world-class brands include Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, MorningStar Farms, Special K, Krave, Zucaritas, Tresor, Crunchy Nut, among others.

Our focus on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I) enables us to build a culture of belonging where all employees have a place at the table and are inspired to share their passion, talents and ideas to work.

Mars has agreed to acquire Kellanova in a combination that will shape the future of snacking! The transaction is anticipated to close within the first half of 2025 (subject to Kellanova shareowner approval and other customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals). The companies remain separate until closing.

You can learn more at www.futureofsnacking.com and our hiring teams will be happy to discuss further questions if your application advances in the hiring process.

About Kellanova AMEA (now Mars Snacking)

Home to 75% of the world's population and contributing to 50% of the global GDP, the AMEA region represents a vast and promising market for Kellanova. This region provides an extensive geographic presence and holds substantial growth potential, especially considering our diverse portfolio spanning multiple categories.

AMEA is strategically positioned for growth, positioning itself to become a prominent player in the snacking industry while maintaining a steady trajectory of cereal growth. As we expand our product offerings, reach new geographic horizons, and increase investments in emerging markets within AMEA, you have the opportunity to become an integral part of a dynamic and forward-thinking organization. We are deeply committed to investing in our people and enhancing our capabilities to deliver value to our stakeholders.

The best brands. The best people. The best you.

Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, please visit our website here.