Organization PMO Manager

People & Organization PMO Manager

Join Ferrero North America to drive transformation, connect teams, and deliver results that matter. The People & Organization PMO Manager will lead cross‑functional projects, lead post‑M&A integration, monitor program performance, and foster team development and engagement.

Ferrero, founded in 1946 in Alba, Italy, is the third largest confectionery manufacturer in the world. Today, it is a global, privately owned company that produces iconic brands such as Nutella®, Tic Tac®, Ferrero Rocher®, and Kinder Joy®.

Ferrero North America seeks a passionate and skilled People & Organization (P&O) Project Management Office (PMO) & Cross‑Functional Project Manager to join our Organization & Improvement (O&I) department. This is your chance to play a pivotal role in our growth and integration journey.

• Lead and coordinate strategic cross‑functional projects involving the P&O function.
• Drive Post‑M&A integration by integrating newly acquired companies into Ferrero North America’s operations.
• Monitor, report, and optimize project progress, milestones, and deliverables, proactively identifying risks and recommending solutions.
• Foster team development and engagement by supporting and developing project team members, promoting a culture of learning, empowerment, and continuous improvement.

• Bachelor’s degree required;
  Master’s degree preferred.
• Direct experience managing complex projects or programs, preferably in FMCG, manufacturing, or large multinational environments.
• Proven track record leading cross‑functional teams and delivering results in fast‑paced, dynamic settings.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to align projects with organizational strategy and drive value.
• Advanced proficiency in project management methodologies and tools (e.g., PMP, Agile, Lean Six Sigma certifications are often preferred).
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and influence at all levels, including executive leadership.

Base salary range for this position is $140,000 – $185,000 annually, plus a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other benefits.

Ferrero is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable human rights laws. Ferrero will recruit, hire, train, and promote all persons without regard to race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, and gender identity), religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability or history of disability (except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is not able to perform the essential functions of the position even with reasonable accommodations), citizenship, or any other protected characteristic.

Ferrero will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise the People & Organization (HR) Representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially. Ferrero N.A. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.