FrieslandCampina WAMCO Nigeria PLC is a unique multinational FMCG & B2B company aiming to stay successful in an ever-changing and increasingly complex world. We are unique because our suppliers, the farmers, are also our owners. Since we own the entire supply chain, from grass to glass, we can guarantee the high quality of all our products. As we work in highly competitive markets, we need to be agile while balancing all interdependencies inside and outside our company. Next to a supply-driven business, our portfolio consists of many strong commercial brands all over the world.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Commercialisation Project Manager
Location: Lagos
About the job
- The Commercialization & Project Manager is responsible for leading medium-sized innovation, product, and supply chain projects from concept through implementation.
- The role ensures successful commercialization of new products, portfolio changes, export initiatives, and contingency projects by coordinating cross-functional teams, managing risks, and delivering business objectives on time, within budget, and in compliance with regulatory requirements.
What we Ask
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, Marketing, or a related discipline
- 5–8 years' experience in Project Management, Commercialization, Innovation, Supply Chain, or Product Development within FMCG
- Proven track record of managing cross-functional projects from ideation to implementation
- Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, risk management, and stakeholder engagement
- Experience leading innovation launches, portfolio changes, and commercialization initiatives
- Strong analytical, planning, and problem-solving skills
- Experience with business case development, budgeting, and project governance
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills
- Knowledge of digital project management tools and portfolio management systems is an advantage
- PMP, Prince2, Agile, or equivalent project management certification is an added advantage.