SodaStream: Project Management Lead (Innov)

At SodaStream, part of PepsiCo, we’re looking for a hands-on Project Management Lead to lead complex innovation projects across our product portfolio and guide a small team of project managers within our Innovation organization
In this role, you’ll drive innovation initiatives from concept to execution, working closely with business and cross-functional stakeholders to bring new ideas, products, and processes to life. This role combines project leadership, operational execution, and innovation-focused thinking in a fast-paced global environment.

Responsibilities:
Lead and manage end-to-end innovation projects across SodaStream’s products and new category initiatives
Build and manage project plans, timelines, dependencies, and execution tracking
Work closely with R&D, Operations, Procurement, Finance, Marketing, Supply Chain, and other cross-functional teams to ensure projects move forward according to plan
Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders, align priorities, and follow up on action items and deliverables
Lead weekly project meetings, track risks and blockers, and drive resolution when issues arise
Provide ongoing project updates, status reports, and escalation points to leadership
Create structure and improve project management processes in a dynamic and evolving environment
Support and guide a small team of project managers, helping set priorities, improve execution, and maintain alignment across projects
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Qualifications:

6+ years of experience in project management, program management, PMO, or related cross-functional roles
Significant hands-on experience leading innovation projects involving new products, evolving requirements, ambiguity, and cross-functional coordination
Experience leading a small team while remaining closely involved in day-to-day project execution
Proven experience managing complex projects in global and matrix organizations
Strong organizational and execution capabilities, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams, identify bottlenecks, and proactively drive solutions
Experience building, improving, and implementing project management processes and operational workflows
Background in consumer products or commercialization environments is an advantage, but not a must. We are open to strong innovation and project management profiles from additional industries as well