Innovation Project Manager - Process Technology

At Corbion, we exist to champion preservation in all its forms, preserving food and food production, health, and our planet.

Position: (Senior) Innovation Project Manager – Process Technology

In line with our mission, we are seeking an Innovation Project Manager within our Global R&D Innovation Center. This role is critical in driving our organization's growth. The successful candidate will lead the execution of process improvement projects for our current production facilities from Scoping to Launch, working closely with cross-functional teams to develop project teams and strategic plans.

• Lead and manage complex process innovation projects from Scoping to Launch.
• Identify and manage the alignment and communication with key stakeholders.
• Develop and implement detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation, aligned with the key stakeholders.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, product management, R&D, and innovation teams to drive successful project delivery.
• Ensure qualified project deliverables according to each project's stage gates.
• Manage any changes and deviations in the projects from the original plan, actively resolving or escalating when needed to remove hurdles/roadblocks, securing the project's success.
• Prepare a realistic business case with the associated teams and ensure the KPIs required for the built business case are met during the project execution.
• Identify potential risks, formulate mitigations, and seek support where appropriate.
• Ensure that all projects are executed within the agreed scope, on time, and within budget.
• Manage project budgets and ensure cost-effective use of resources.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide leadership and guidance to project team members, ensuring effective collaboration.
• Prepare and present regular project reports and updates.
• Ensure high-quality knowledge management, including reports and documentation, and share project learnings across the organization.

• Master’s degree in technical discipline, ideally (bio)chemical engineering, process technology, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience, of which at least 5 years in R&D/Engineering and 5 years in project management, preferably process innovation closely together with operations.
• Demonstrated success in managing end-to-end project lifecycles.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools.
• Hands-on, results-driven mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously. Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Proven ability to work and lead effectively in cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration and driving alignment across departments.
• Demonstrated experience in budget management, cost control, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

About Corbion

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.