Head of Operations Projects Fulda (m/f/d), Fulda

Danone is a global leader in the food industry, operating in three fast-growing categories: dairy and plant-based products, water, and specialised nutrition. True to our mission of bringing health through food to as many people as possible, our ambition is to inspire healthier and more sustainable eating and consumption habits. We are committed to making a positive and measurable impact on nutrition, society and the environment.

Tasks

• Lead and develop a team of Operations Project Managers and ensure successful execution of all product-related projects within the Supply Point Fulda
• Drive end-to-end execution (Develop → Launch) – on time, in budget, in scope
• Manage and prioritize the product project portfolio including resource planning across Supply Point functions
• Ensure strong cross-functional collaboration between local and central teams and secure technical readiness at all project gates
• Drive risk management, problem solving & cost (COGS) performance
• Contribute to site strategy & continuous improvement as part of the Plant Leadership Team

Profile

• Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering or similar
• Strong leadership skills with experience in managing cross-functional teams
• Excellent stakeholder management with the ability to build strong relationships across functions and levels
• Strong experience in project / portfolio management
• Analytical, solution-oriented & resilient mindset
• Able to manage complexity, ambiguity & changing priorities
• Excellent communication skills (technical & non-technical)
• PMI certification or willingness to obtain
• Proficiency in English required; German is a plus