Senior Innovation Project Manager - Specialty Ingredients & Nutrition

At Corbion, we exist to champion preservation in all its forms, preserving food and food production, health, and our planet. We are driven by a passion for innovation and sustainable solutions that power growth and change. As we continue to expand our global impact, we are seeking an experienced and dynamic Innovation Project Manager to join our Innovation team and help lead cutting-edge R&D and Innovation projects that shape the future of our industry.

The Role

As an Innovation Project Manager at Corbion, you will be at the forefront of transformative projects, delivering innovative solutions across our different product lines and markets. You guide and drive projects from initial concept to successful execution. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Business, Operations, Procurement, Supply Chain, and Finance. You use your project management expertise to ensure that each initiative is delivered on time, within scope, and on budget. In addition, you partner with external organizations to execute open innovation projects. This role is key in driving our organization's growth and requires someone with exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage innovative projects from ideation through completion.
• Develop and implement comprehensive project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external parties to ensure seamless execution and remove any roadblocks.
• Anticipate potential risks, propose mitigations, and seek support where necessary.
• Ensure all projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within the allocated budget.
• Manage project budgets, ensuring efficient and cost-effective use of resources.
• Foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to project teams.
• Prepare and present project reports, metrics, and documentation to leadership teams.

What You Bring

• Master’s degree in a technical discipline (preferably food science, biotechnology, or a related field).
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, ideally in innovation-driven roles.
• A proven track record of leading successful projects from start to finish.
• Hands-on, results-driven mindset with excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work under pressure.
• A keen eye for detail with the ability to see the bigger picture.
• Experience managing budgets and optimizing resource allocation.
• Agile and adaptable to changing priorities.
• Excellent team player, with experience working across diverse teams.

Why Join Us

At Corbion, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking company that values innovation, sustainability, and employee growth. You will have the opportunity to make a direct impact on global projects, work alongside talented teams, and contribute to solutions that drive a better future.

If you are passionate about innovation and have a proven ability to manage projects that shape industries, we want to hear from you!

Corbion is the global market leader in lactic acid and its derivatives, and a leading supplier of emulsifiers, functional enzyme blends, minerals, vitamins, and algae ingredients. We use our unique expertise in fermentation and other processes to deliver sustainable solutions for the preservation of food and food production, health, and our planet. For over 100 years, we have been uncompromising in our commitment to safety, quality, innovation, and performance. Drawing on our deep application and product knowledge, we work side-by-side with customers to make our cutting-edge technologies work for them. Our solutions help differentiate products in markets such as food, home & personal care, animal nutrition, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and bioplastics. In 2023, Corbion generated annual sales of €1,443.8 million and had a workforce of 2,727 FTE. Corbion is listed on Euronext Amsterdam.