Nestlé Canada While Nestlé is known for KitKat®, Gerber®, Nescafe®, and Maggi®, our recipe for success comes down to one thing: our people. There are 3,400+ members of Nestlé Canada celebrated for taking action using agility, courage, and trust to find solutions that benefit the business or greater good. We’re a team of changemakers, who are curious and challenge the status quo, that take risks that will help drive us forward.

Our focus is not only on nourishing our customers, but also about enriching you. We are seeking an Innovation and Renovation, Project Manager to join our Commercialization team on a 12-month contract. This role is responsible for the efficient, effective, and flawless planning and execution of medium- to high-complexity Innovation & Renovation projects across the consumer value chain and may also include business process improvement initiatives.

As an Innovation and Renovation Project Manager, you will be applying project management tools and skills to ensure the on time launch and flawless execution of projects from ideation to project closure.

Project

Leadership &

• Delivery Lead the communication of project scope, objectives, key success criteria, timelines, and stakeholder expectations. Develop and manage project schedules, identify critical milestones, monitor progress, and ensure timely completion of deliverables, approvals, and key project activities. Proactively identify risks, remove roadblocks, and implement mitigation plans to keep projects on track. Facilitate project governance and collaboration through kick-off meetings, project reviews,



risk assessments, lessons learned sessions, and post-launch evaluations. Provide transparent and transparent project updates to cross-functional teams, Program Managers, and Category Leadership. Prepare and present project recommendations for gate advancement, scope changes, and project deactivations to senior leadership. Cross-Functional Leadership &

• Stakeholder Management Lead cross-functional team in identifying and mitigating risks and opportunities. Identify solutions to remove roadblocks and drive corrective action to meet project goals and business commitment Support the Category I&R; Program Manager in bringing transparency to I&R; Portfolio status, gaps and optimization options thru sharing of Program insights, reports and dashboards Coach and Support Commercialization Project Specialists as required Process Excellence &

• Continuous Improvement Champion the consistent application and continuous improvement of Nestlé's Innovation &

• Renovation (I&R;) processes, tools, and project management standards. Manage projects through established stage-gate and governance processes, ensuring compliance and execution discipline.



Identify and implement process improvement opportunities that eliminate waste, increase efficiency, and create value. Maintain accurate project data, documentation, and reporting within project management systems while meeting established KPIs. Ensure effective use of project templates, tools, and best practices throughout the project lifecycle. 5+ years of project management experience leading cross-functional initiatives Experience within Consumer-Packaged Goods (CPG) and Health Science industry is considered an asset Experience working within a stage-gate is preferred or similar project management framework Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is considered an asset Bachelor’s degree in business, Commerce, or a related field Computer literacy and expertise in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project) Strong organizational, time management, and prioritization skills, and attention to detail Flexible and hybrid work arrangements Excellent training and development programs as well as opportunities to grow within the company Up to 50% off – Nespresso Coffee Machine, Capsules and accessories Access to the Discount Company store with Nestlé, Nespresso, and Purina products (Located across various Nestle offices/sites) 90,000.00 CAD - $120,000.00 CAD This position offers a competitive salary within the range specified above, aligned with our commitment to equitable pay practices. The principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are vital to how we operate.

📌 Innovation and Renovation, Project Manager (12-month contract) (Toronto)
🏢 Nestlé
📍 Toronto