Global Product Specialist (m/f)

Job Title: Global Product Specialist
Job Overview: The Global Product Specialist is responsible for overseeing the certification processes for new and existing products,
ensuring global consistency in product information, and supporting growth initiatives within sustainable packaging and project
management operations. This role requires effective leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and strategic planning to drive product
revenue and enhance operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Global Product Certification Process Ownership & Strategy
- Testing and Certification: Lead and manage the testing and certification process for new products to adhere to business definitions and
regulatory standards.
- Re-Certification Management: Administer the re-certification of existing products necessitated by regulatory changes, certificate
expirations, or modifications in product specifications.
- Record Maintenance: Maintain accurate records of all product certifications, ensuring timely updates and compliance with expiry dates.
2. Regional & Global Project Management Leadership
- Project Leadership: Lead and manage regional and global cross-functional projects based on business priorities.
- Cross-Functional Alignment: Drive alignment across teams by facilitating effective communication and collaboration.
- Standardization: Use standardized tools, templates, and governance processes to ensure high-quality, complete, and scalable project and
product documentation.
- Operational Excellence: Ensure efficient project execution and timely delivery through structured processes and clear accountability.
3. Growth PMO Coordinator (Strategic Role)
- Strategic Enablement: Act as a key contributor within the Growth Project Management Office, playing a central role in driving
operational excellence and strategic execution across the organization.
- PMN Communications: Deliver bi-monthly PMN newsletters and maintain the PMN master file to ensure transparency and alignment
across the project community.
- Training & Capability Building: Organize and lead training sessions on project management best practices to enhance organizational
capability.
- Sustainability Leadership: Serve as Portfolio Sustainability Assessment Champion, ensuring sustainability principles are embedded in
project activities.
- AIP & Dashboard Management: Manage AIP processes in I-365 (Innovation Launchpad as of 2026), monitor timelines, and provide
dashboards for leadership review.
- Portfolio & Governance Support: Facilitate weekly PM updates, support regional portfolio management, and provide project support
across functions.
- PMO Liaison: Act as the primary PMO contact point for Contract Operations and contribute to projects.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
- Proven experience in product certification processes, project management, and cross-functional leadership.
- Strong analytical skills with a focus on metrics and reporting.
- Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration across various teams.
- Commitment to sustainability and experience in implementing eco-friendly practices.
Skills:
- Project Management Software (e.g., I-365)
- Strong data analysis and reporting tool skills
- Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
- Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
- Experience in DuPont Personal Protection business or other finished product segment
- Solid knowledge of supply chain and contract operation processes
- Very strong project managements skills & results oriented
- English fluency is a must, while other European languages like French, German or Spanish are a plus