Junior Innovation Project Manager (m/w/d)

About the Company

Ludwig Schokolade is among Germany’s major producers of chocolate, bars, and pralines. The company is part of the internationally active KRÜGER GROUP, which employs around 5,700 people across Germany and abroad. Its brands include Trumpf, Schogetten, Edle Tropfen in Nuss, and Fritt.

This role is focused on shaping product innovations from the first idea through to a ready-to-launch concept. You will work across departments, drive forward new initiatives, and contribute fresh impulses in a dynamic environment where independence, responsibility, and enthusiasm for chocolate are valued.

Key Responsibilities

• Turn new ideas into reality, guiding them from the initial request through to a market-ready concept stage.
• Coordinate innovation, investment, and optimization projects across production sites while working closely with internal departments and external partners.
• Spot market trends early, evaluate developments, and convert insights into compelling product concepts.
• Present developed concepts confidently in meetings and at conferences.
• Maintain project-related information accurately and keep all relevant data up to date in the company systems.

Candidate Profile

• You have completed a degree with a business-related or food-related focus, or you bring equivalent commercial training.
• You already have initial experience in project management and would like to grow further in this area.
• Experience with SAP is considered an advantage.
• You communicate confidently in both German and English, spoken and written.
• You have strong communication skills, a confident manner, and enjoy working with others.
• You work independently, think in a structured way, and keep control even when projects are moving quickly.
• A genuine interest in chocolate is helpful, as enthusiasm for the product supports creative and motivated innovation work.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements, including flexible hours and mobile working options.
• Bicycle leasing.
• Annual holiday pay and Christmas bonus.
• 30 days of annual leave, plus time off on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve.
• Individual training and development opportunities.
• Modern staff restaurant with subsidy.
• Free parking.
• Company pension scheme.
• Corporate benefits program.

Application Notes

Applications are accepted only through the company’s online application tool. Paper applications are no longer accepted, and submitted documents will not be returned.