We are looking for a Project Manager (Data & AI) to lead integral initiatives from initial business need through delivery, production and adoption. The role will connect business stakeholders with Data & AI teams, helping prioritise opportunities, structure requirements and ensure that solutions deliver measurable value.

Our client is a leading international company in the premium consumer sector, with headquarters in Barcelona and a strong global presence.

Description

This is not a traditional PMO position focused only on planning, reporting and administration. The successful candidate will need to understand both business requirements and the technology behind Data & AI solutions, acting as a key link between business stakeholders and technical delivery teams

- Manage and oversee data and AI projects from initiation to completion.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment with business goals.
- Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and deliverables.
- Monitor project progress and address potential risks or issues proactively.
- Ensure effective communication between stakeholders and team members.
- Provide technical guidance and support for data and AI initiatives.
- Evaluate project outcomes and implement improvements for future projects.
- Stay updated on emerging technologies in data and AI relevant to the FMCG sector.

Profile

The successful candidate will bring a strong combination of project management, Data & AI understanding and stakeholder management skills.

We are looking for:

- Around 5-8 years of experience in project management, technology consulting, Data & Analytics, Business Intelligence, digital transformation or AI-related initiatives.
- Proven experience managing end-to-end Data, BI, Analytics or AI projects.
- Previous exposure to real implementation projects,



not only strategy or conceptual work.
- Good understanding of concepts such as databases, ETL processes, data pipelines, dashboards, analytics, AI and Generative AI.
- Ability to understand technical discussions without needing to be a software developer.
- Experience translating business needs into clear requirements for technical teams.
- Strong stakeholder management skills and confidence working with senior business leaders.
- Ability to manage multiple initiatives, priorities and competing demands.
- Strong communication, empathy, judgement and influencing skills.
- Comfortable working in ambiguous and fast-moving environments.
- Experience in technology consulting, Data consulting, BI consulting or a large international company will be highly valued.
- Experience within consumer goods, retail, beauty, luxury or other brand-led environments would be an advantage.
- Professional fluency in English is essential.
- Project management certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, Scrum or Agile qualifications will be valued but are not mandatory.

Job Offer

- Permanent position within a newly created and growing global Data & AI organisation.
- High-visibility role working across international brands, markets and business functions.
- Opportunity to lead strategic Data, Analytics and AI initiatives with measurable business impact.
- Direct exposure to senior stakeholders and specialised technical teams.
- International and highly collaborative working environment.
- Hybrid working model: three days in the Barcelona office and two days working remotely.
- Competitive compensation package depending on experience and package structure.
- Variable compensation and additional company benefits.
- Long-term career development opportunities within the Digital, Data & AI organisation.

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📌 Project Manager (Data & AI ) (Barcelona)
🏢 Michael Page
📍 Barcelona