Innovation Project Manager

Reporting to: Susie Clarke – Innovation PMO Manager Location: Cooranbong Office SiteStatus: Permanent Full-Time
The RoleWe are seeking expressions of interest for the role of innovation Project Manager. In this role, you’ll lead cross‑functional teams, manage timelines and resources, and ensure stakeholders are informed every step of the way. You’ll play a central part in shaping the future of our innovation pipeline bringing structure, clarity, and momentum to exciting new product and process initiatives.
What You’ll Be Doing

Managing the timely and efficient delivery of innovation projects
Leading and coordinating cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives
Keeping key stakeholders informed on progress and risks
Planning and allocating resources to meet project and business needs
Exercising authority to organise meetings, utilise resources, and influence decision-making across the business
Ensuring project delivery aligns with business goals and customer expectations

What You’ll Bring

Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written & verbal)
Excellent time management and organisational capability
A strong customer focus and the energy to drive projects forward
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Proactive mindset with enthusiasm for delivering results
Credibility to lead cross-functional resources to agreed business objectives and establish strong stakeholder relationships
Relevant tertiary qualifications (Project Management, Science, Marketing, Management or Engineering) or equivalent relevant experience demonstrating the knowledge and capability required for the role
Ability to present & recommend decisions to the business
Minimum 3 years experience in a food related FMCG area
Conversant in software applications – MS Office suite including MS Project

If you would like more details about this opportunity, please contact Susie Clark via Susie.Clark@sanitarium.com.au or Aleni Togafau via Aleni.Togafau@sanitarium.com.au
Please submit your interest via the “Search Jobs” function in Day Force.
Expressions of interest close Thursday 17th September.