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Barden is delighted to be working with our client, a global leader in the FMCG industry, to identify an IT Project Manager to join their team in Cork. This is a daily rate opportunity currently set until July 2026.
If you’re someone who thrives on leading complex programmes in dynamic, matrixed environment and who can translate technical challenges into clear, actionable plans – this is a great opportunity to play a pivotal role in a major global initiative.
This is a role where you’ll get to work on a multi-year, multi-site programme spanning multiple regions. You’ll lead from the front, managing cross-functional workstreams, navigating complexity, and ensuring that large-scale change lands smoothly across diverse teams and
cultures.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
- Lead the planning, design, and execution of IT projects within a major global transformation programme, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and governance requirements.
- Manage project risks, interdependencies, and stakeholder relationships – keeping steering teams and leadership fully informed through clear, consistent reporting.
- Produce and maintain governance documentation, including status reports, decks, meeting minutes, action plans, and follow-up activities.
- Drive delivery across infrastructure (network & compute), SAP-based warehouse management systems, and manufacturing IT solutions.
- Guide and support cross-functional teams across geographies, ensuring updates and deliverables are managed in a timely manner.
- Partner with the Global Project Management Office to embed new policies, procedures, and best practices across the organisation.
- Provide consulting support to other project managers and contribute to the continuous improvement of project management capabilities.
- Champion compliance and audit readiness across all project activities.
ABOUT THE PERSON:
- 7+ years’ experience in IT project management within global, matrixed organisations.
- Expertise in both Waterfall and Agile methodologies, with strong governance and reporting experience.
- Proven track record of managing multiple projects and stakeholders across time zones and cultures.
- Technical knowledge of IT infrastructure, networks, compute, and software delivery.
- Strong experience with project management tools (MS Project, Office 365, portfolio tools) and comfortable using Azure DevOps (ADO).
- Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Qualified project management professional (PMI, PMP or equivalent).
- Experience working in regulated industries (e.g., SOX compliance) will be an advantage.
- Ability to influence without direct reporting lines and lead teams through complex change.
Please note this is a hybrid working opportunity with 3 days onsite in their Cork offices.
