Global Initiative Leader

COTY, CDI H/F

The Global Initiative Leader (GIL) take responsibility for a given portfolio of projects and influence the activities of a multi-functional team who, together, develop and execute an initiative within the context of an Initiative Masterplan (IMP) from idea through to launch. The Global initiative leader operate as the ‘orchestra conductor’ helping to drive collaboration in defining and executing the project plan (Critical Path Schedule) with colleagues in Category Marketing, Artwork, Supply, Procurement and R&D and bring their expertise in Innovation systems and processes to deliver outstanding, breakthrough project results.

RESPONSIBILITIES

As our Global Initiative Leader, you will be the source of truth on project 360 readiness (commercial, financial, technical) and ensure that risks and issues are pro-actively identified and mitigated through their facilitation of the multi-functional project team and adherence to the technical and commercial qualification activities. You will collaborate closely with Site Initiative Leaders in Supply who take responsibility for the product execution project plan once designs are locked and committed – although you maintain accountability in the end-to-end innovation process.

You will operate through influence to guide and coach the teams through the stage gate process and in the correct use of tools and techniques owned by Initiative Management Team.

Your main focus :

• Manages their portfolio of projects through the development of a project plan (CPS) and brings together the multi-functional team to work collaboratively and pro-actively progress the agreed work
• Co-ordinates the review of readiness of an initiative, working closely with Category Marketing, R&D/Supply/Procurement and Marketing Finance
• Frames and communicates project questions to facilitate informed and agile decision taking
• Applies the standard Supply operating strategy matrix to recommend finished good sourcing approach
• Ensures issues and risks are pro-actively identified and brought to the attention of the project team for mitigation or resolution. Elevates project issues to IM Segment Director for visibility and support in resolution when needed.
• Co-ordinates the formal Alert Process with global teams when a critical issue arises. Brings the project team together in crisis collaboration if needed.
• Portfolio of projects can include: Innovation/new launches; Gross Margin Improvement projects; Regulatory compliance projects; Preservation projects

Key Deliverables (for given portfolio of responsibility)

• Collaborate with multi-functional partners to deliver a portfolio of initiatives that is sufficient to fulfill the brand innovation strategy in consumer offer, business scale and profitability, and meeting Coty standards
• Deliver the Initiative Success. Clarify business objectives and expectations, Deliver project Success Criteria. Focus on Business First, Project Second.
• Ensure gate adherence % and timely project start-up linking activity calendars via project complexity to standard CPS.
• Project Success: Right First Time Initiative delivery (on time, on quality) with a high Customer Service achievement (OTIF/Fill Rate) and a sustainable manufacturing/procurement supply chain in place

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YOU ARE A COTY FIT

As an experienced Global Initiative Leader, you get energy from working in a fast-paced, diverse and international environment. Other than that, you have:

• Proven experience in Supply Chain role(s)
• Proven track record on managing projects and delivering on time, on cost and on quality
• Proven experience in delivering projects as leader and/or member of a multi-functional team
• 2-3 years project management experience – familiarity with CPS/Project Planning, standard project management toolbox
• Experience in operating in a matrix structure and across borders
• Technical Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent
• Fluency in English (spoken and written)
• Project management experience
• Understanding of new product development processes & stage gate approach
• Understanding of MRP system logic
• Exposure to production environment & interaction of packaging, process, manufacturing
• Strong Microsoft excel & Microsoft project capability
• Additional background in planning/purchasing/technical environment beneficial
• Preferably to have experience of Coty Operations or related industry, pharmaceutical, paint, food, FMCG

OUR BENEFITS

As our Global Initiative Leader, some of the benefits you will receive are:

• A salary that matches your knowledge and experience
• Omni-Working: Hybrid flexible working model enabling employees to balance remote and office-based work and promote work / life balance.
• Meal vouchers
• Public transportation refunds up to 50%
• 1 RTT per month

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

1. If selected, our recruiter will contact you
2. A telephone/online introductory meeting follows.
3. A first online/in-person interview
4. Second and third interviews, if applicable
5. You will receive a proposal with the terms of employment.

ABOUT COTY

Coty is one of the world’s largest beauty companies with an iconic portfolio of brands across fragrance, color cosmetics, skincare, and body care. At Coty, we celebrate the entire human kaleidoscope and cultivate a culture of fearless kindness. Therefore, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate against any candidate or employee and strive to be an open, inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees can be their authentic self. Join us in making over the world of beauty!

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