À propos
Thai Union is a global seafood leader, headquartered in Thailand, and one of the world's largest producers of shelf-stable tuna. The company operates across more than 100 countries, with well-known brands such as John West, Petit Navire and Mareblue. Its portfolio covers ambient, frozen, chilled, and pet food products.
Thai Union emphasizes sustainability through its SeaChange® strategy, aiming for responsible sourcing and ocean conservation. With over 40,000 employees worldwide, it combines scale, innovation, and responsibility to feed millions of consumers every day.
Le poste
Main Purpose of the Role
As a Private Label Project Manager, you will take the lead on the end-to-end coordination of product initiatives for European retail customers. You'll be the central link between commercial teams, R&D, Quality, Packaging, Supply Chain, external partners (agencies, printers), and retailers, ensuring smooth product launches, lifecycle management, and continuous optimization. From tender responses and packaging development to artwork validation and product specifications, you will make sure every project is delivered on time, on budget, and in line with CSR and regulatory commitments.
🎯 Key Accountabilities
Project Coordination & Planning
- Develop and maintain project plans, ensuring milestones are met.
- Drive collaboration across R&D, Quality, Packaging, Supply Chain, Production, and agencies.
- Ensure alignment with customer expectations, CSR commitments, and deadlines.
- Anticipate risks, resolve challenges, and deliver proactive solutions.
Tender & Product Development Management
- Assess feasibility of proposals with Quality, R&D, Packaging, Purchasing, and regulatory teams.
- Optimize recipes, formats, and specifications to match customer briefs.
- Contribute to margin improvement opportunities.
- Manage tender responses with Key Account Managers.
- Coordinate timely sample preparation, validation, and shipping.
Packaging & Artwork Coordination
- Lead artwork and packaging development, validation, and quality control.
- Oversee digital platforms and approval processes with customers.
- Guarantee compliance with legal, quality, and customer requirements.
Customer Interface & Stakeholder Communication
- Act as the go-to contact for internal and external stakeholders.
- Maintain transparent communication and alignment with customers.
- Adapt to customer-specific needs for optimal outcomes and satisfaction.
- Share market insights, trends, and innovation opportunities.
- Support commercial teams with portfolio presentations and arguments.
- Collaborate with other regional Project Managers to exchange best practices and leverage global knowledge.
✨ If you are a strong communicator, highly organized, and passionate about driving innovation in Private Label products, this role offers the opportunity to work on exciting international projects and make a tangible impact with leading European retailers.
Profil recherché
Education & Professional Experience
- Master's degree in Business or Food Engineering
- Minimum 18 months' experience in the FMCG sector (Marketing and/or Supply Chain) with proven exposure to artwork development processes
- Solid background in Project Management
- Languages:
- French & English: professional proficiency (written & spoken, mandatory)
- Other European languages (Italian, German, etc.) are a strong plus 🌍
- Digital & Data Tools:
- Proficiency in MS Office Pack
- Familiarity with PIM, WAVE, SAP considered a valuable asset ⚙
👉 This role is ideal for a dynamic and detail-oriented professional eager to grow in an international FMCG environment while working closely with top European retailers
