**Job title**  – Senior Strategic Project Manager **Location**  – Delft, Netherlands Ready to drive high-impact projects and shape the future of our Taste, Texture and Health Business Group at dsm-firmenich? If you bring strong project management expertise, strategic thinking, and excellent interpersonal skills, we invite you to join us on our exciting growth journey! As a Senior Strategic Project Manager, you will play a key role in delivering complex, high visibility projects critical to the Business Group’s success, from business strategy and transformation to M&A initiatives. **Your key responsibilities** Lead and manage high-impact strategic projects and programs for the Taste, Texture and Health Business Group, including: + Business strategy projects: gather and analyze insights, define strategic priorities, align stakeholders and build a clear roadmap of initiatives to drive impact + Transformation projects: drive change across the organization, by shaping and implementing initiatives to strengthen business processes and capabilities + M&A and partnership projects: supporting due diligence with strategic analysis and integration planning **We offer** + Purpose with impact – A chance to shape the future of the food and beverage industry, with sustainability embedded in everything we do. + A science led company, cutting edge research and creativity everywhere – From biotech breakthroughs to sustainability game-changers, you will work on what’s next + A collaborative and stimulating culture – Join empowered teams that celebrate shared wins and support each other to grow. + Growth that matters – Develop your expertise and leadership in a global company that invests in your potential thorugh continous learning and streching challenges **You bring** + At least 7 years of experience in strategic or transformational roles, ideally gained in a leading consulting firm or multinational environment + Master’s degree (preferably in business/finance/MBA or engineering/science) + Proven ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects and cross-functional teams + Strong project management capabilities, with experience in large-scale assignment + Knowledge or experience in the Foods & Beverages and/or Flavor & Fragrances industry is an advantage + Fluent in English, both spoken and written + Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to structure and solve complex business challenges + Pragmatic and results-oriented, with the ability to manage priorities in a dynamic environment + Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across functions, regions, and seniority levels. **About dsm-firmenich** At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them. Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life. From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere. And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future. Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together. **The application process** Interested in this position? Please apply online by uploading your resume in English via our career portal. Due to privacy regulations, we can only actively interact with applications via our career portal. If you have any questions, please contact Frank van Baarle, Talent Acquisition Business Partner (frank.van-baarle@dsm-firmenich.com). **DEI and equal opportunity statement** At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you. And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work. **Agency Statement** We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.