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

Job Summary

• 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.

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.

Requirements
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

Skills:

• 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 are 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.

Salary
N350,000 – N400,000 monthly

Application Closing Date
27th May, 2026.