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Clerical - Administrative
NPD Project Manager
Clerical - Administrative
#754250
Remote / WFH
SunRice
Job Description
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The SunRice Group is an Australian ASX-listed branded food group, comprising multiple businesses, assets and operations across Australia, New Zealand, the Middle East, the United States, The Pacific Islands and Asia. SunRice was built by the Australian rice industry over many decades and today is one of Australia’s leading branded food exporters, with approximately 2,000 employees and operations in 11 countries.
SunRice is a great place to work, providing a real opportunity for passionate people to make a difference.
About the role
You're a natural organiser who enjoys bringing structure to complexity. With strong project management skills, analytical thinking and a collaborative approach, you thrive in fast-paced environments where balancing multiple priorities is all part of the role.
We're looking for an experienced NPD Project Manager to join our collaborative Research & Development team on a 12-month fixed term contract, based in either our Chadstone (Melbourne) or Sydney office.
Sitting at the centre of our innovation agenda, you'll lead the planning, coordination and delivery of new product development and product renovation projects from concept through to launch.
Partnering with stakeholders across R&D, Marketing, Sales, Finance, Operations and Supply Chain, you'll play a key role in bringing new products to market, ensuring projects remain on track, risks are managed, and key milestones are achieved.
Key responsibilities will include:
Managing end-to-end NPD and product renovation projects through SunRice's Stage Gate process
Developing and maintaining project plans, timelines, dependencies and deliverables
Coordinating cross-functional project teams to ensure alignment and progress
Preparing gate papers and supporting governance approvals
Monitoring project risks, identifying mitigation strategies and resolving roadblocks
Tracking project performance and providing regular updates to stakeholders
Supporting portfolio and resource reporting activities
Driving collaboration across multiple teams to ensure successful project outcomes
Conducting post-launch reviews and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement
About You
You're a natural organiser who enjoys bringing structure to complexity. With strong project management skills, analytical thinking and a collaborative approach, you thrive in fast-paced environments where balancing multiple priorities is all part of the role.
You will bring:
Proven project management experience, ideally within FMCG, food manufacturing, product development or supply chain environments
Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects simultaneously and balancing competing priorities
Strong planning, organisational and time management skills
Excellent stakeholder management, communication and influencing capabilities
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail
Experience working within a Stage Gate or structured project management framework
The ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams and functions
A proactive, solutions-focused mindset and a commitment to continuous improvement
Qualifications in Project Management, Business or a related discipline, highly regarded
What’s in it for you
At SunRice Group, we believe great work starts with feeling supported, valued and inspired. When you join our team, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, growth and everyday life.
SunRice Product Allowance: Take home a taste of what we do best. You’ll receive a weekly allowance of SunRice Group products, so you can enjoy and share the food we’re proud to make.
Leave: Enjoy competitive leave benefits, including volunteer leave and the option to purchase additional leave when you need extra flexibility.
Wellness Reimbursement: Your wellbeing matters. Twice a year, you’ll be reimbursed for fitness memberships or other health and wellbeing initiatives that help you feel your best
If you're a project management professional who enjoys bringing structure to complexity and wants to play a key role in delivering innovation, we'd love to hear from you.
All correspondence will be dealt with in strict confidence.
SunRice is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. SunRice will consider qualified applicants for employment based on their merit, individual skills, qualifications and other appropriate criteria relevant to the role for which they are applying.
The SunRice Group is an Australian ASX-listed branded food group, comprising multiple businesses, assets and operations across Australia, New Zealand, the Middle East, the United States, The Pacific Islands and Asia. SunRice was built by the Australian rice industry over many decades and today is one of Australia’s leading branded food exporters, with approximately 2,000 employees and operations in 11 countries.
SunRice is a great place to work, providing a real opportunity for passionate people to make a difference.
About the role
You're a natural organiser who enjoys bringing structure to complexity. With strong project management skills, analytical thinking and a collaborative approach, you thrive in fast-paced environments where balancing multiple priorities is all part of the role.
We're looking for an experienced NPD Project Manager to join our collaborative Research & Development team on a 12-month fixed term contract, based in either our Chadstone (Melbourne) or Sydney office.
Sitting at the centre of our innovation agenda, you'll lead the planning, coordination and delivery of new product development and product renovation projects from concept through to launch.
Partnering with stakeholders across R&D, Marketing, Sales, Finance, Operations and Supply Chain, you'll play a key role in bringing new products to market, ensuring projects remain on track, risks are managed, and key milestones are achieved.
Key responsibilities will include:
Managing end-to-end NPD and product renovation projects through SunRice's Stage Gate process
Developing and maintaining project plans, timelines, dependencies and deliverables
Coordinating cross-functional project teams to ensure alignment and progress
Preparing gate papers and supporting governance approvals
Monitoring project risks, identifying mitigation strategies and resolving roadblocks
Tracking project performance and providing regular updates to stakeholders
Supporting portfolio and resource reporting activities
Driving collaboration across multiple teams to ensure successful project outcomes
Conducting post-launch reviews and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement
About You
You're a natural organiser who enjoys bringing structure to complexity. With strong project management skills, analytical thinking and a collaborative approach, you thrive in fast-paced environments where balancing multiple priorities is all part of the role.
You will bring:
Proven project management experience, ideally within FMCG, food manufacturing, product development or supply chain environments
Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects simultaneously and balancing competing priorities
Strong planning, organisational and time management skills
Excellent stakeholder management, communication and influencing capabilities
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail
Experience working within a Stage Gate or structured project management framework
The ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams and functions
A proactive, solutions-focused mindset and a commitment to continuous improvement
Qualifications in Project Management, Business or a related discipline, highly regarded
What’s in it for you
At SunRice Group, we believe great work starts with feeling supported, valued and inspired. When you join our team, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, growth and everyday life.
SunRice Product Allowance: Take home a taste of what we do best. You’ll receive a weekly allowance of SunRice Group products, so you can enjoy and share the food we’re proud to make.
Leave: Enjoy competitive leave benefits, including volunteer leave and the option to purchase additional leave when you need extra flexibility.
Wellness Reimbursement: Your wellbeing matters. Twice a year, you’ll be reimbursed for fitness memberships or other health and wellbeing initiatives that help you feel your best
If you're a project management professional who enjoys bringing structure to complexity and wants to play a key role in delivering innovation, we'd love to hear from you.
All correspondence will be dealt with in strict confidence.
SunRice is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. SunRice will consider qualified applicants for employment based on their merit, individual skills, qualifications and other appropriate criteria relevant to the role for which they are applying.
