Regional Innovation Project Manager

About the role:As a Regional Innovation Project Manager, you will lead and drive the innovation project portfolio across the IMEA region, managing strategic initiatives from concept through commercialization. You will collaborate with R&D, Marketing, Supply Chain, Operations, and Commercial teams to deliver innovative solutions that support business growth and market competitiveness. The role focuses on portfolio governance, resource planning, risk management, and cross-functional alignment to ensure successful project execution and commercial outcomes. You will also provide leadership to project teams, drive stakeholder engagement, and foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Key ResponsibilitiesMaster's degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, Business or a related field.Experience in project management, program management, portfolio management, innovation or product development.Proven experience leading complex cross-functional projects from idea through commercialization.Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and stakeholders in a dynamic business environment.Experience in automotive, adhesives, sealants, coatings, chemicals, or related industries is highly desirable.Previous people leadership experience, including coaching and developing project teams.Strong project and portfolio management capabilities, including planning, prioritization, governance, and resource management.Ability to create structure, transparency, and clear decision-making processes across a broad project portfolio.Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills with the ability to align diverse functions behind common objectives.Excellent communication and presentation skills, including interaction with senior management.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Ability to identify risks early and drive effective mitigation and escalation processes.Results-oriented mindset with a strong focus on execution and delivering business impact.Ability to lead through collaboration and influence in a matrix organization.Comfortable working in an international and multicultural environment across the IMEA region.Passion for innovation and translating strategy into successful project execution and commercial results.