Food & Beverage Project Manager (Remote) at Prestigious Consulting Group

Prestigious Consulting is a professional HR consultancy firm. We focus on improving organizational performance through strategic people & process management.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Food & Beverage Project Manager

Location: Lagos (Remote)
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Food Technology & Manufacturing
Reports To: Managing Partner
Works Closely With: Business Development Lead, Operations Team, Regulatory / QA Teams, Clients.

Role Purpose

• The Food & Beverage Project Manager is responsible for leading and delivering end-to-end food product and manufacturing projects across the company’s consulting portfolio.
• This is a project execution and client-facing role, not just a technical function. The role holder will manage multiple client engagements simultaneouslyensuring that food products move from concept to market successfully, while also driving commercial outcomes, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance.
• The ideal candidate combines strong project management capability with practical food industry experience, and understands how to translate technical work into timelines, deliverables, and measurable business results.

Key Responsibilities 
Project Planning & Execution:

• Lead and manage end-to-end food & beverage projects — from concept, development, and validation to production and market launch
• Develop clear project plans, timelines, budgets, and deliverables for each client engagement
• Track project milestones, manage risks, and ensure delivery within agreed timelines
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure smooth execution.

Product Development Oversight:

• Oversee new product development (NPD) processes — ensuring concepts are viable, scalable, and market-ready
• Work with technical teams to guide formulation, testing, and product refinement
• Ensure products meet quality, safety, and commercial standards
• Support cost optimization and product improvement initiatives

Regulatory & Compliance Coordination:

• Ensure all projects align with NAFDAC, SON, and food safety standards (HACCP, GMP)
• Coordinate regulatory submissions, documentation, and approvals
• Identify and mitigate compliance risks early in the project lifecycle

Manufacturing & Process Execution:

• Support clients in scaling products from pilot to full production
• Work with operations teams to improve production efficiency, yield, and quality
• Conduct site visits and provide process improvement recommendations
• Ensure SOPs and production systems are properly implemented

Client & Stakeholder Management:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned client projects
• Manage client expectations, communication, and deliverables
• Lead project meetings, provide updates, and ensure alignment at all stages
• Translate technical outputs into clear business value for clients

Commercial & Business Support:

• Support proposal development, costing, and project scoping
• Identify opportunities for repeat business and upsell services
• Ensure each project contributes to revenue generation and client retention

Reporting & Performance Management:

• Provide weekly project updates to management
• Submit monthly reports covering project status, risks, and outcomes
• Track key performance metrics: timelines, delivery quality, and client satisfaction.

Qualifications & Experience
Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemical Engineering, or related field

Experience:

• 3–6 years’ experience in food manufacturing, product development, or project management
• Proven experience managing projects from concept to launch
• Experience working in FMCG, manufacturing, or consulting environments is an advantage.

Industry Knowledge:

• Working knowledge of:
• NAFDAC regulations and product registration
• Food safety systems (HACCP, GMP)
• Food production and manufacturing processes

Core Competencies:

• Technical & Functional
• Project management and execution
• Food product lifecycle understanding
• Regulatory coordination
• Process and operations understanding
• Data analysis and reporting
• Behavioural & Leadership
• Strong execution and delivery focus
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Problem-solving and decision-making ability
• High level of accountability and ownership

What We’re Looking for

• Someone who can own projects end-to-end, not just contribute
• A professional who understands that speed, structure, and results matter
• A candidate who can operate in a fast-paced, multi-client environment
• A balance of technical understanding and commercial awareness leading to business revenue generation.

Salary
N350,000 – N400,000 per month.

Application Closing Date
8th June, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit an updated CV highlighting relevant project experience and outcomes, Cover Letter (max 1.5 pages) detailing: a food project you led from concept to execution, Your approach to managing timelines, stakeholders, and business developmen and why you are interested in this role to: hr@prestigiousconsultinggroup.ng using the job title as the subject of the mail.