R&D - Project Management Officer (PMO Manager)

R&D - Project Management Officer (PMO Manager)

Want to join a fast-moving company, work among convivial teams, and take part in the global growth strategy of one of the most prestigious and comprehensive portfolios in the wine & spirits industry?

We are looking for an R&D - Project Management Officer !

ABOUT THE ROLE

As R&D Project Management Officer (PMO Manager) , you lead a team of technical project managers responsible for the delivery of innovation and technical development initiatives across the R&D pipeline. Working closely with the Business unit PMO Head and R&D Director , you drive cross-functional execution, resource planning, and adherence to PMO standards.

You ensure strong alignment with strategic priorities, promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement, and support technical enablement across projects. Reporting to the BU PMO Head, you play a key role in connecting strategy to execution, enabling high-impact and timely product development. In addition to team leadership, you are directly accountable for leading complex, high-scope R&D projects.

Location

Paris - The Island site

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Pipeline Delivery & Execution

Ensure timely and cost-effective execution of Crystal R&D projects, aligned with business goals. Monitor pipeline performance against time, cost & budget, manage risks, and drive cross-functional collaboration for seamless delivery.

Strategic & Agile Portfolio Management

Ensure strategic oversight of the Crystal R&D portfolio by driving project intake, prioritization, and resource planning. Provide visibility on status, risks, and interdependencies to enable informed senior stakeholders' decision-making and coordinated execution across initiatives. Run local executional NPD governance forums.

Team Leadership & Management

Lead and develop a team of technical project managers, fostering a high-performance culture through coaching, feedback, and development planning. Ensure effective resource allocation by matching capabilities to project needs, while promoting accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement in project delivery.

PM Capability & Process Excellence

Establish and embed consistent project management standards, tools, and ways of working across the R&D portfolio. Drive Stage-gate process maturity by identifying gaps, implementing improvements, and fostering a culture of operational discipline and continuous learning.

Technical Enablement & Innovation Support

Support the delivery of R&D projects by connecting teams to the right technical capabilities, platforms, and expertise across the organization. Identify & resolve project roadblocks. Promote a shared technical culture by encouraging knowledge exchange and awareness of emerging trends.

If you recognize yourself in the description below, don't wait to apply!

• 7+ years of experience in R&D project management, innovation, or new product development within FMCG or a comparable complex environment, with strong expertise in Product Lifecycle Management, Stage-Gate processes, and portfolio governance
• Proven ability to deliver NPD projects and support market launches, with a solid understanding of liquid and packaging development, as well as quality, regulatory, and manufacturing constraints
• Natural cross-functional leadership, acting as a key interface between Marketing and Operation teams and leveraging consumer insights and product validation
• Experienced people manager with strong stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills in matrixed environments

Wait, there's more...

We offer you an outstanding and collaborative workplace that embodies our sharing & conviviality culture, flexible remote working (up to 2 days per week), comprehensive health insurance, attractive compensation including profit-sharing, continuous learning opportunities, employee events, and more.

Pernod Ricard is committed to offering equal opportunities to all talents.

Our recruitment methods focus on skills and competencies.

Job Posting End Date:

Target Hire Date :
2026-09-01

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