Project Portfolio Manager (Enterprise Change)

Institute of Project Management; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in project management is looking for a skilled change leader to shape and manage their annual Transformation & Technology change portfolio. The role requires project management expertise, excellent leadership skills, and a strong understanding of change management. You will collaborate across teams and mentor others to drive impactful change. This position includes benefits such as a solid rewards package, private healthcare, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Target-based bonus

Professional development opportunities

Free smoothies

Qualifications

• Experience in project and program management, particularly in FMCG manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of change management principles.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Shape the annual Transformation & Technology change plan.
• Build strong relationships across the business and with external partners.
• Lead the delivery of the Transformation & Technology portfolio of projects.
• Chair the monthly portfolio forum and ensure quality targets.

Skills

Project management

Change management

Leadership

Problem-solving

Job description

We make little drinks that do big things, and we’re always looking for ways to do things better. That means change – the good kind – and we need someone who can help us make it happen brilliantly. You’ll be the person who turns plans into reality, keeps things moving, and makes sure every change links back to our bya big ambitions (like growing revenue, cutting costs, and reducing carbon). If you love bringing people together, solving problems, and making complex stuff simple, this could be your next adventure.

Responsibilities

• Shape the annual Transformation & Technology (T&T) change plan with the Transformation Planning Manager and make sure it fits into our overall business plan.
• Build strong relationships across the business (Finance, Marketing, Supply Chain, People) and with external partners too.
• Lead the delivery of the T&T portfolio of projects, ensuring they meet time, cost, and quality targets.
• Chair the monthly T&T portfolio forum, bringing sharp analysis and process rigor to the table.
• Mentor project managers and share best practices to support change adoption.
• Support the development of T&T project managers to deliver change effectively.

About You

A knack for project and program management, ideally in an FMCG manufacturing world. Solid understanding of change management. Brilliant leadership and communication skills. Curious mind and sharp problem‑solving skills. Ability to work hand‑in‑hand with different teams.

Even if you don’t think you can tick all the boxes, if the job sounds right for you, come and throw your hat in the ring.

Probably best to get your skates on though, as we might close this early if we get loads of applications.

Benefits

• The opportunity to lead a high‑impact portfolio of projects that shape the future of our business.
• Exposure to senior stakeholders and the chance to influence strategic decisions.
• A collaborative environment that values continuous improvement and innovation.
• Professional development opportunities to grow your expertise in portfolio and change management.
• A solid rewards package that includes a salary, private healthcare, a target‑based bonus, and other benefits.
• Free smoothies.

About Company

We want innocent to be a great place to work, so we do lots of stuff to make people feel at home and ensure everyone’s career is shaping up the way they want it to. There are plenty of opportunities to have a go at something new or take things further.

We also know that not all our drinkers come from the same background, or think the same – so why should we? At innocent, we want to be a great place to work where a diverse bunch of people from all backgrounds can turn up and thrive. When we hire, we want all the juice, bits, and pulp that make you who you are.