Project Manager - Project Horizon

About the role

IPL Schoeller, formed by the merger of IPL Plastics and Schoeller Allibert on 1 July 2025, is a manufacturer of sustainable rigid packaging headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, with operations in North America and Europe. As Project Manager you will plan, execute and oversee projects for Project Horizon, the company-wide transformation programme aimed at simplifying the business, clarifying ways of working and aligning everyone around a shared direction. The role calls for project management expertise and business acumen, with collaboration across teams.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the planning, coordination and execution of projects under Project Horizon
• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines and resource allocation strategies
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary SME inputs and ensure timely, quality delivery of workstreams
• Oversee project documentation such as workplans, status reports and deliverables
• Identify and assess project risks and dependencies
• Manage third-party deliverables where required
• Support budgeting, forecasting and cost tracking
• Update internal leadership regularly on progress, risks and issues
• Apply project management methodologies and frameworks, and identify improvements to processes and delivery standards

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as management, business, economics or engineering
• Proven track record delivering complex projects in a fast-paced environment
• Experience supporting multi-disciplinary teams and engaging senior stakeholders
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, analytical, prioritisation and communication skills

Required skills

• Project management certification (e.g. PMP) is a plus
• Proficiency in project management software