New Product Introduction (NPI) Executive

At Ülker - part of pladis Global, we all know what it means to ‘bring it’. Whether it’s our passion, team spirit or go-getting attitude. Our courage. Our ownership. Our whole selves. Our care and compassion. We bring it. Day in, day out.

Ülker stands as a leading food company in Türkiye and its region, supported by its successful international operations. Our 16,000 colleagues – across our global network of bakeries, distribution sites and offices – each with their own unique, diverse experience of happiness, come together with one shared purpose: to bring happiness with every bite, we say: “Winning feels good, winning together feels better!”

pladis is looking for New Product Introduction (NPI) Executive for our pladis Marketing Team.

What will be your key deliverables?

• Project management and coordinate cross functional teams in the development and implementation of a broad, coordinated set of projects across different regions by developing partnership with commercial, procurement, supply chain, manufacturing and R&D functions at the category, regional and global level
• Acting "single point of contact" on company for all new product initiatives belong to intercompany or export projects
• Making feasibility studies and reporting to the Management for go / no go decision
• Manage communications for executive leadership and stakeholders regarding all new product plans
• Develop and manage project timelines, risks analysis, opportunities, and assumptions of projects and manage every step on the path from idea to launch
• Tracking all details of projects to finalize it on time& budget and making documentation
• Initiate code creation process of a new product, ensure the master data setup is completed for proper production, shipment and invoicing readiness
• Handle multiple initiatives simultaneously and work under pressure to meet deadlines
• Routine reporting to Management and stakeholders including project overview

What do you need for this role?

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business Administration or International Trade
• Strong command in English is a must, both written and spoken
• High proficiency in MS Excel, Powerpoint and other Office programs
• Having minimum 4 years experience on the field of Project Management and New Product Introduction is preferred
• Knowledge on MS Project is preferred
• Experience on export business is preferred
• Analytical minded professional adopting superior communication capabilities
• Proactive (high sense of urgency) and committed to delivering results in a fast paced, demanding work environment
• Ability to manage multiple projects and tight deadlines with an ownership mentality

Our values

We bring happiness with every bite. It’s a purpose that every one of our colleagues, all around the world believes in. And while we’re all unique, we share the same values. These define who we are, how we interact, and get things done. How we deliver our purpose and keep bringing happiness to the world.

• Purpose-led … because we’re energized and guided by our promise to bring happiness with every bite.
• Agile … because we’re ever evolving, we never stand still, always improving for our customers and consumers.
• Collaborative … because we gain strength from operating as one pladis, winning and succeeding together.
• Resilient … because we’re persistent in the face of setbacks, quick to adapt, learn, and move forward.
• Positive … because we’re highly motivated, optimistic, courageous, and we inspire each other to be better.

Inclusion, diversity, and equity are an important part of who we are and what we stand for as an employer. They are central to everything we do and are reflected across our business. pladis brings together brands and people from around the globe – and this diversity is our great strength. Because we want everyone to bring their true, whole self to pladis. We value colleagues for their uniqueness – we all have a voice that’s heard and respected.

We’re an equal opportunity employer and believe in encouraging an inclusive environment where we celebrate the diversity of thinking and respect everyone’s distinctive qualities and perspectives.

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