Global Operations and Supply Chain Transformation Project Manager

Who we are:
IRCA Group, an Advent portfolio company, was founded in Italy in 1919, and it is a leading international B2B provider of high-quality semi-finished ingredients such as chocolate, decorations, creams, inclusions, nuts and pistachios, pastry mixes, gelato ingredients, and other essential solutions for industrial clients or other independent artisanal producers.

With more than 2.400 employees, 19 production facilities worldwide, and €1.4 billion in revenues, IRCA Group has a solid track record of growth and international expansion.

What do we offer:

A dynamic, multicultural, and inclusive environment with exposure to global projects and stakeholders

A highly visible role driving strategic transformation initiatives across Operations and Supply Chain

The opportunity to work directly with senior leadership and influence business performance at a global scale

International career development opportunities

A collaborative environment focused on operational excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Global Operations & Supply Chain Transformation Project Manager to lead strategic transformation projects across IRCA Group's global Operations and Supply Chain network.

The successful candidate will drive cross-functional initiatives aimed at improving operational performance, supply chain efficiency, productivity, service levels, inventory performance, and cost competitiveness.

Acting as a key change agent, the role will lead operational excellence, network optimization, digital transformation, productivity improvement, and post-acquisition integration projects, ensuring sustainable business value creation through effective stakeholder engagement and execution.

The appointed Project Leader will collaborate closely with manufacturing sites, procurement, engineering, logistics, planning, commercial teams, finance, IT, and executive leadership to ensure successful project execution and sustainable business value creation.

The position is preferably based in Italy, at IRCA Group's Headquarters, with regular interaction and collaboration across the Group's international operations.

Operations & Supply Chain Transformation

Lead and support strategic Operations and Supply Chain projects across regions and business units

Support performance improvement opportunities and translate them into actionable project roadmaps

Support initiatives focused on productivity improvement, cost reduction, service enhancement, and operational efficiency

Ensure project alignment with IRCA Group strategic objectives and growth priorities

Develop and manage business cases, project charters, timelines, budgets, and implementation plans

Operational Excellence

Support the deployment of Operational Excellence methodologies across manufacturing and supply chain operations

Monitor project benefits realization and ensure sustainable performance improvements

Supply Chain Optimization

Support projects aimed at improving end-to-end supply chain performance

Contribute to network optimization studies and supply chain footprint assessments

Support improvements in customer service performance and order fulfillment processes

M&A Integration and Strategic Projects

Support integration of newly acquired businesses into IRCA Group Operations and Supply Chain standards

Support workstreams related to process alignment, supply chain integration, and operational harmonization

Change Management & Stakeholder Collaboration

Act as a catalyst for change across global operations

Build strong relationships with plant leaders, regional management teams, and corporate functions

Support communication, training, and adoption activities associated with transformation initiatives

Facilitate cross-functional workshops and alignment sessions

Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field

Experience

Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management within multinational organizations

Proven track record of successfully leading complex cross-functional projects

Experience in trans