Product Change Specialist (12 month FTC)

A little bit about Lindt

We are a premium chocolate manufacturer established in 1845 operating in over 86 countries around the World. Guided by our Global purpose to Enchant the World with Chocolate and UK vision of Creating Moments to Make Everyone Feel Special, we have around 400 team members in the UK across our Head Office, Retail, and Field Sales divisions. We are a Top 20 Great Place to Work and are proud of our incredible people, our unique values-led culture and our iconic market leading brands such as LINDOR & GOLD BUNNY.

We’re also proud of being one of the few ‘bean-to-bar’ chocolate makers in the world, where we control every step of our chocolate production.

Where you’ll be based

This role is based in in Feltham, London (Hybrid Working: in the office 60% and WFH 40%) until the end of 2025. From early 2026, our Head Office will be based in Richmond Upon Thames.

How you could help us to Enchant the World with Chocolate

In this role you will be responsible for managing multiple product change projects successfully within the organisation. Projects will range from Existing Product Development (EPD) as well as New Product Development (NPD). This will cover graphic changes, new packaging development, product mix changes, delist, geographical expansion of existing SKUs as well as interfacing with our factories for new product development projects.  Specific tasks include management of timeline development and tracking, adherence to our internal Stage & Gate governance process, budget tracking, building and managing cross functional project teams, identifying risks and implementing mitigation steps as well as effectively managing issues that arise.

You will

• Build cross functional project teams and ensure suitable communication strategy in place to deliver the project scope
• Provide project status updates for reporting and review meetings
• Identify, assess and mitigate project risks
• Lead the project team to resolve issues and build action plan and escalate when needed
• Drive consistency and quality of project execution
• Drive continuous improvement in process and ways of working with key stakeholders
• Ensure project costs are effectively managed as well as resource for your projects
• Responsible for masterdata code initiation
• Ensure change activity is captured and managed within the Integrated Business Planning (IBP) cycle
• Responsible for management of artwork & repro according to critical path timelines

What experience you will bring

• Prior experience in FMCG environment is desirable
• Proven experience in project management methodology
• Excellent communication skills with ability to drive effective discussions and decision making
• Excellent leadership skills to ensure strong focus to schedule, cost and quality of project delivery
• Proven ability in building effective teams to deliver projects
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail – enjoys problem solving and scenario planning
• Experience of artwork development and print process desirable

How you will be rewarded financially

For the position of Product Change Specialist, the salary range is £40,000 - £50,000 pro-rated. In addition, you will receive a benefits package including; bonus, pension, life cover, chocolate allowance; chocolate give-aways, chocolate discount, £100 personal incentive, birthday day off and so much more!

Being yourself every day

We want everyone at Lindt feel safe to be themselves, ensuring they are empowered, represented, celebrated and included in our workplace. You’ll notice this throughout the recruitment process; in our ‘dress for your day’ policy and through our proactive DE&I strategy.

Living our values everyday

At Lindt UK, our values guide us in everything we do. Being Passionately Lindt, Always Evolving, Building Real Relationships, Acting Responsibly and Making An Impact are an integral part of life here at Lindt.

What you can expect from us

In return for everything that you’ll bring, we can offer you an exciting role in a fast-growing organisation, where we’ll provide an environment where you will thrive, feel supported and fulfil your career aspirations, all while supporting your physical and mental wellbeing.

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