Wat ga je doen?
Ready to lead complex projects that shape the future of plant-based solutions?
At the Cosun Innovation Center inDinteloord, we are looking for aProject Managerwho will lead complex, multidisciplinary research and new product development projectsinvolving new technologies (high risk, high impact). You will accelerate innovation by driving projects from planning to delivery, ensuring they meet timelines, budgets, and quality standards,strengtheningCosun’sgrowth strategy and innovation pipeline.You will work closely with Project Owners within Corporate Invention and/or the Business Groups and lead an interdisciplinary project team consisting of commercial experts, technology specialists, and product development professionals.
About Cosun
Royal Cosun is a international, leading agricultural cooperative that is owned by approximately 8,100 sugar beet growers. Our purpose is clear: we aim to contribute to an enjoyable, nutritional and circular world by unlocking the full potential of plants and people for current and next generations. This purpose is rooted in 125 years of Cosun history in successfully valorizing arable crops, such as sugar beets, chicory and potatoes, and co-products into a diverse portfolio of value-added products.
What will you do?
- Develop andmaintainthe overall project plan, including task allocation and monitoring of the project team.
- Ensure all necessary tasks are executed according to agreed timelines and deliverables.
- Define and communicate expected behaviors for team members andmonitorperformance.
- Report regularly on project progress, stateand issues tothe Project Ownerandstakeholders.
- Secure adequate resources for the project by building andmaintaininga team with the right skills.
- Prepare andmaintaincomprehensive project documentation.
- Chair regular project meetings and ensure effective communication within the team.
- Manage interdependencies between the project and ongoing business processes.
- Act as the operational contact point for external partners.
- Oversee planning, execution, monitoring, and closure of projects.
- Perform risk and issue management throughout the project lifecycle.
- Manage stakeholders outside the team and ensure clear information flow within the team.
- Organize, motivate, and guide the project team to achieveobjectives.
- Ensure the project is delivered within budget, on schedule, and meets quality requirements.
- Create andmaintaina business case throughout the project lifecycle.
