Sr. Specialist, BES, BPT, Project Management

Escazu, San Jose, Costa Rica · Full time
Posted:
7-Aug-2025
Function:
BES
Location:
Escazu, San Jose
Contract type:
Regular Employee
Country:
Costa Rica
Job Type:
Full time
YOUR OPPORTUNITY

YOUR OPPORTUNITY

YOUR OPPORTUNITY

As part of the BES expansion to support the BEST10 Strategy we are looking for a Sr. Project Lead to join our PMO Team.

ABOUT YOU

If you would like to join the Bacardi Enterprise Services team and you have experience leading Transition Projects in Shared Services, please have a look at the job description below.

We are looking for you!

RESPONSIBILITIES - WITH OUR CONSUMER AT THE HEART YOUR KEY FOCUS WILL BE

  • Maintain and update project documentation, dashboards, and reporting tools.
  • Establish project success metrics and collection processes.
  • Monitor project progress and track key performance indicators (KPIs).
  • Assist in resource planning, project scheduling, and risk/issue tracking.
  • Support the implementation and optimization of PMO methodologies and tools.
  • Facilitate project reviews and stage-gate assessments.
  • Provide training and support to project managers and team members on PMO standards.
  • Lead change and support transition Projects by collaborating with cross-functional project teams and partnering with stakeholders and subject matter experts.
  • Serve as a change champion by inspiring project leaders and stakeholders to become change enthusiasts
  • Plan, execute and deliver projects on time, in budget and within scope and quality
  • Develop the strategies and plans to drive adoption of the processes and tools produced as result of each project
  • Ensure sound financial stewardship is used throughout the project(s)
  • Experience Leading Teams

SKILLS - THE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE NEEDED TO CREATE YOUR LEGACY

  • Comfortable with complexity and ambiguity
  • Productively inquisitive, wants to understand the WHY and HOW
  • Politically agile
  • Helps others succeed, Inspires team members, Flexible style and situationally responsive
  • Self-aware/personal improver
  • Skilled communicator and conflict manager
  • Leads change, Able to thrive and deliver despite resistance
  • Introduces new perspectives
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with team members and stakeholder
  • Experience working in a Global Organization managing stakeholders in different time zones and locations
  • Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to a changing, fast paced environment
  • Excellent coordination, prioritization and organizational skills
  • Skilled in managing team, project portfolio and resource constraints to optimize results
  • Proficiency in English language
  • Minimum of 6 years of project management experience with a bachelor’s degree, or a Master's in PM.
  • Project management qualification (PMP) is required
  • Change Management Certification is desired

PERSONAL QUALITIES – SHARE OUR FOUNDER’S PASSION AND ENTREPRENEURIAL FLAIR

  • We are looking for a leader who lives our Values and demonstrates high Learning Agility is fundamental not only for the success in this role, but also for potential growth to other roles across Bacardi in the future. We have a clearly defined Leadership Excellence framework, and you will be expected, as a Sr. Project Lead to be a role model.

leadership agility

leadership agility

At Bacardi we care deeply about finding brilliant talent who can bring the following personal attributes to help elevate our 3Fs: Fearless, Family, Founder culture to the next level.

  • Belonging: You have a strong capacity to create a culture of ‘Belonging’, where people feel appreciated for who they are, what they do, and who they can become
  • Self-Awareness: You have high levels of self-awareness, are reflective and know yourself well, understanding both your own strengths and weaknesses and your impact on others
  • People Agility: You bring a deep ability to understand and relate to people and navigate through tough situations to harness and multiply collective performance
  • Results Agility: You demonstrate consistent delivery of results in first-time situations by inspiring teams, exhibiting a presence that builds confidence in yourself and others.
  • Mental Agility: You can think critically to penetrate complex problems and expand the possibilities by making fresh connections. You think strategically whilst being execution focused and bring creativity to the challenges you’re presented with
  • Change Agility: You have a deep natural curiosity, desire to experiment and ability to effectively deal with the heat of change. You have a growth and learning mindset: ready to test, stumble, learn and apply from experience

Disclaimer: Bacardi seeks talent from all backgrounds to bring diversity of thought, agility and capability to our organization across the globe. We promote a working environment where all employees are treated and rewarded fairly. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination that adversely affects individuals or groups on the basis of national origin, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, and any other legally protected aspect of a person's identity. 


U.S. applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws

perks of working with us

At Bacardi, we are committed to providing our Primos (employees) with a comprehensive Total Rewards package of compensation, benefits, incentives, allowances, well-being, and much more to meet the needs of themselves and their families. It goes beyond just Cash! The total rewards program is based on pay for performance, whereby the incentive programs are linked to company and individual performance.
  • Competitive Pay Package
  • Competitive Holiday/Paid Time Off, plus additional days offered ( i.e., volunteer day, allowing you to give back to the community)
  • Retirement/Pension Plan
  • Medical, Critical Illness, and Life Insurance
  • Calm Meditation App subscription (free)
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Best-in-class, family-friendly, and inclusive leave policies
  • Flexible work arrangements (depending on role/office/site location)
  • Access to E-learning Platforms and Career Development programs
  • Travel Discounts ( i.e., hotel and car rental)
  • And much more!

The benefits /perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Bacardi, your work location, and are subject to change.

Some benefits may be subject to an employee contribution.

Some benefits may be fully or partially subsidized. Incentive plans are linked to the nature of your employment and can vary based on region, market, function or brand.

Be a Part of Our CultureOur Culture

BE Fearless

We empower our teams to question, challenge and innovate.

This means adopting an agile mindset, being comfortable with trying new things and taking risks, without being reckless.

BEHAVE LIKEFamily

We treat each other, and our communities, like family. Always.

We are all ‘Primos’ (Spanish for cousins) at Bacardi. Being part of the family gives you the support you need to be the best you can be.

THINK LIKE AFounder

The spirit of entrepreneurship is at the heart of everything we do.

Everyone at Bacardi sees this business as their own. We do the right thing for the business and take accountability for our work.

Life Inside BacardiLife Inside Bacardi

Life Inside Bacardi
Career Stories

Be Fearless, act like a Founder.

Follow our Primos on their journey to success. Where did they start and what’s it like to work for Bacardi? You too can be part of our story.

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