Project Manager - Food & Beverage at Prestigious Consulting Group

About the Role

• We are seeking a results-driven Project Manager to lead end-to-end product development and commercialization projects within the food and beverage space.
• This is not a routine technical role. It is a client-facing, execution-focused position that combines project management, product development oversight, regulatory coordination, and commercial delivery.
• You will lead projects across the full lifecycle—from concept and formulation through scale-up, regulatory approval, and market launch—ensuring timely, high-quality, and commercially viable outcomes for clients across the beverage industry.

Key Responsibilities
Project Leadership & Delivery:

• Lead and manage end-to-end beverage product development projects from concept to launch
• Define project scope, timelines, deliverables, and resource allocation
• Track progress, manage risks, and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery
• Coordinate cross-functional teams (R&D, production, regulatory, marketing)
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders

Beverage Product Development Oversight:

• Oversee formulation and development of beverage products (e.g. juices, carbonated drinks, dairy, functional beverages)
• Guide product testing, sensory evaluation, and prototype validation
• Ensure product quality, consistency, and scalability
• Identify cost optimization opportunities without compromising product standards

Regulatory & Compliance Management:

• Ensure compliance with NAFDAC, SON, Codex Alimentarius, and relevant standards
• Coordinate product registration, labelling approvals, and documentation
• Oversee implementation of HACCP, GMP, and ISO 22000 standards
• Conduct compliance checks and mitigate regulatory risks

Manufacturing & Scale-Up Coordination:

• Support transition from pilot production to full-scale manufacturing
• Coordinate process design and production readiness with manufacturing teams
• Oversee development of SOPs for production, quality control, and operations
• Monitor production efficiency and recommend improvements

Client & Stakeholder Management:

• Lead client engagements and manage expectations throughout project lifecycle
• Translate technical outputs into clear business and commercial recommendations
• Support proposals, presentations, and project reporting
• Ensure delivery of high-quality outcomes aligned with client objectives

Commercial & Go-To-Market Support

• Support product positioning and go-to-market strategies
• Validate product claims in line with regulatory standards
• Collaborate with marketing teams on product launch execution.

Team Coordination & Knowledge Management:

• Work closely with internal technical teams and external partners
• Document project learnings, frameworks, and best practices
• Support mentoring of junior team members where required.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemical Engineering, or related field
• 4–6 years’ experience in beverage product development, manufacturing, or project management
• Proven experience managing end-to-end product development or innovation projects
• Strong understanding of beverage formulations, processing, and scale-up operations
• Experience working with regulatory frameworks (NAFDAC, HACCP, GMP, ISO 22000)
• Experience in FMCG, beverage companies, or consulting environments is highly preferred.

Technical & Core Competencies:

• Strong project management and execution skills
• Knowledge of beverage formulation and production processes
• Excellent stakeholder and client management ability
• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• High attention to detail and regulatory discipline
• Commercial awareness and results orientation.

Why Join Us

• Lead high-impact beverage innovation and commercialization projects
• Work in a fast-paced, growth-driven consulting environment
• Exposure to diverse clients across the food and beverage industry
• Opportunity to drive real market impact from concept to launch.

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Role Overview

• We are seeking a high-performing Business Development Lead to drive revenue growth, expand market presence, and build strategic partnerships across Africa’s manufacturing and industrial ecosystem.
• This role requires a commercially astute and strategic leader with proven experience operating across multiple sectors, particularly within manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, agro-allied, food & beverages, cosmetics, and investment-driven environments.
• The ideal candidate must have experience working within or alongside a multi-sector consulting or investment firm, with the ability to navigate complex industries, structure deals, and position the company as a trusted partner in business transformation and growth.

Key Responsibilities
Strategy & Revenue Growth:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive business development strategy aligned with company growth targets
• Build and manage a strong pipeline across multiple sectors and industries
• Drive revenue by identifying, qualifying, and closing high-value mandates across manufacturing and investment landscapes.

Market Intelligence:

• Conduct cross-sector market research across manufacturing, agro, FMCG, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics industries
• Monitor industry trends, regulatory changes, and competitor activity
• Translate insights into actionable, sector-specific growth strategies.

Client & Stakeholder Management:

• Build and manage relationships with HNIs, DFIs, government agencies, and institutional partners
• Lead client engagements from outreach to deal closure and long-term relationship management
• Represent the company across diverse industries at events, forums, and stakeholder meetings.

Proposals & Deal Execution:

• Lead development of proposals, pitch decks, and commercial offers across multi-sector opportunities
• Structure and negotiate complex deals, partnerships, and investment mandates
• Collaborate with internal teams to align BD efforts with execution capacity across different sectors.

Partnerships & Team Leadership:

• Develop strategic alliances across industries including manufacturing, agriculture, cosmetics, and investment ecosystems
• Lead and manage the BD team (Partnership Lead, Social Media Manager, Research Interns)
• Build a high-performance, execution-driven culture.

Reporting & Performance:

• Track KPIs (revenue, pipeline, win rate) and report directly to the Managing Partner
• Provide weekly updates and monthly performance reports.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or related field (MBA is an advantage)
• 8+ years’ experience in Business Development, Commercial Strategy, or related roles
• Proven track record of closing high-value deals across multiple sectors
• Strong experience in a multi-sector environment, including:
  • Manufacturing
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Agro-allied / Agriculture
  • Food & Beverages
  • Cosmetics
  • Investment / Advisory
• Experience working in or with a consulting firm serving multiple industries is highly preferred
• Strong understanding of African market dynamics
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

What We’re Looking For:

• Strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen
• Ability to operate across diverse industries and complex business environments
• Results-driven with the ability to meet aggressive targets
• Strong leadership and team management capability
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and accountability.

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Job Summary

• We are seeking a strategic and commercially driven Head of Finance to lead the company’s financial direction, support executive decision-making, and build a robust finance function to drive sustainable growth.
• This is a high-impact leadership role, not a back-office position.
• You will serve as a key advisor to the Managing Partner, shaping financial strategy, overseeing complex financial modelling, and ensuring strong financial governance across a growing portfolio of consulting, project finance, and advisory engagements.

Key Responsibilities
Financial Strategy & Leadership:

• Partner with leadership to define and execute financial strategy aligned with growth objectives
• Provide data-driven insights on pricing, investments, and capital allocation
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning

Financial Modelling & Analysis:

• Build and manage advanced financial models (3-statement models, DCF, NPV, IRR)
• Conduct scenario analysis, investment appraisal, and valuation modelling
• Translate financial data into clear insights for strategic decision-making

Performance Management & Reporting:

• Develop financial dashboards, management reports, and KPI tracking systems
• Monitor business performance and recommend corrective actions
• Deliver investor-ready financial reports and board-level presentations

Investment & Project Finance:

• Lead feasibility studies, financial due diligence, and deal evaluation
• Structure financing solutions (equity, debt, grants, blended finance)
• Engage with DFIs, investors, and financial institutions

Risk Management & Compliance:

• Establish financial controls, policies, and risk management frameworks
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and Nigerian regulations (FIRS, CAC, etc.)
• Oversee tax planning and statutory reporting

Team Leadership & Systems:

• Build and lead a high-performing finance t1eam
• Implement financial systems, ERP tools, and reporting structures
• Drive process improvements and financial discipline across the organization

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
• ACA, ACCA, or CFA (required) | MBA is an advantage
• 8–10 years’ experience, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role
• Strong expertise in financial modelling, corporate finance, and investment analysis
• Experience in consulting, investment, manufacturing, or project-driven environments
• Solid knowledge of Nigerian financial regulations and tax frameworks

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong commercial and strategic mindset
• Ability to translate numbers into business insights
• Executive presence with strong stakeholder management skills
• High integrity, analytical rigour, and results-driven approach
• Experience working across African markets or with DFIs/investors is a plus.
• Experience in Financial Modelling is a plus