Position: I2L Project Manager (Innovation & Renovation) Location: Nestlé Business Solutions LATAM - Remote on Brazil or Hybrid Assuncion, Paraguay. Area/Stream: IMS - Integrated Marketing Services Reporting to: I2L Operational Lead (Innovation & Renovation) Position summary Responsible for the efficient, effective, flawless End-to-End management of Innovation & Renovation (I&R) projects of simple to medium complexity: Plan and lead I&R projects End-to-End and orchestrate a cross-functional and multidisciplinary team to achieve the project defined Key Success Criteria and deliver against the business case. Ensure that the invested resources bring the expected return on investment with a flawless execution. Promote the I2L Mindset. The PM will be handling medium complexity projects. A day in the life of - Manage simple to medium-complexity I&R projects from Identify stage through delivery. - Define project teams and secure resources by collaborating with Functional Line Managers. - Build and maintain project budgets; coordinate CAPEX requests when needed. - Align the team on shared project objectives and ensure PDPs are kept updated. - Coordinate functions and markets to manage timelines, milestones, and end-to-end project activities. - Lead Innovation Profile definition, gap assessment, and critical path development. - Facilitate the definition and approval of Key Success Criteria with Deciders. - Drive preparation of Business Opportunity, Business Case, and Business Plan. - Manage risks, opportunities, and scope changes, escalating critical issues. - Lead essential project meetings: kick-off, check-ins, risk assessments, post-launch reviews, and others. - Ensure transparency, documentation accuracy, and continuous project updates. - Maintain data integrity and updates in the I2L system. - Capture and share lessons learned to support continuous improvement. - Drive team performance with or without formal authority in a matrix organization. - Promote teamwork, collaboration, and an entrepreneurial mindset. - Navigate complexity and ambiguity while keeping a clear strategic overview. - Enable fast and informed decision-making. - Ensure disciplined execution of projects aligned with I2L principles and Project Management practices. - Apply processes and frameworks mapped in Nimbus. - Contribute to the evolution of project management tools and methodologies. - Enable timely decisions by preparing clear recommendations for Deciders. - Build strong networks across Technical Units, Business Units, and external partners. - Support coaching and capability building within the project team. - Consider the full business impact and commercial viability of the project. - Lead the team toward a shared purpose and consistent business relevance. - Continuously assess and challenge the project's purpose to ensure sustainable value. What will make you successful - Cross-functional experience gained through participation in I&R projects, or through mission/assignment in various organizations; - Experience in project management; - Advanced English and Intermediate Spanish are mandatory. - Has successfully shown leadership skills within a cross-functional team; - Has worked in a matrix-like structure; - Has demonstrated courage and ability to solve problems; - Has proven communication skills; - Nestle Corporate Business Principles; - Nestle Management and Leadership Principles; - People Management and People Development; - Customer and Consumer understanding; - Business and Technical understanding acquired in the Food & Beverage área; - Innovation content knowledge in one functional area (e.g. Mktg, R&D, Manufacturing); - Understanding of Regulatory Affairs, Intellectual Property, Contracting/Legal, compliance and Finance; - Project Management competencies obtained through internal (Nestle) or external certification (e.g. PMI/PMP); - Knowledge of Nestlé organization and structure; - Deep knowledge of I2L principles and ways of working.