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INNOVATION PMO | 5 TO 7 YEARS | MUMBAI

INNOVATION PMO | 5 TO 7 YEARS | MUMBAI

ConfidentialMumbai, India
1 day ago
Job description

Choosing Capgemini means choosing a company where you will be empowered to shape your career in the way you'd like, where you'll be supported and inspired by a collaborative community of colleagues around the world, and where you'll be able to reimagine what's possible. Join us and help the world's leading organizations unlock the value of technology and build a more sustainable, more inclusive world.

Your Role

The Assistant Innovation Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing multiple product and packaging innovation projects from concept development to launch for a leading Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) client. With over 8 years of experience and a strong background in project management, this individual will collaborate with senior manager of innovation to ensure flawless execution of projects while maintaining highest quality and efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience in consumer package goods, package design, product innovation and marketing.

In this role you will play a key role in :

  • Provide project management support for product and packaging innovation projects from concept development, feasibility validation, R&D, business proposal and approval
  • Assist in project kick-off discussions and collaborate with all stakeholders to ensure team is aligned on the overall scope, timelines and objective.
  • Coordinate and facilitate project discussions, including kick-off meetings, project update meetings and lesson learnt sessions, ensuring all key decisions and updates are cascaded to all stakeholders
  • Monitor project progress in terms of deliverables and milestones and maintain up-to-date records using project management tools and spreadsheets. This includes tracking milestones, deliverables, and any deviations from the original plan.
  • Work closely with senior team members and assist in all day-to-day activities related to project execution.
  • Assess project delays, identify risks and propose accelerations to keep projects on track.
  • Monitor and maintain up-to-date records of project progress, including tracking milestones, deliverables, and deviations from the original plan.
  • Ensure accuracy of information and collate all required inputs for completeness of project documents and supporting materials.
  • Conduct lessons-learned reviews and incorporate findings into future projects for continuous improvement.

YOUR PROFILE

  • MBA preferred, Bachelor's degree in marketing, advertising, communications, or related field
  • 8+ years of experience in project management within a CPG or FMCG environment.
  • 3+ years of product innovation and marketing experience
  • Demonstrated track record of managing innovation projects to successful outcomes​
  • Strong knowledge of product and packaging innovation or new product development processes.
  • Strong experience in using the Microsoft Office suite with strong Excel and PowerPoint skills.
  • Proven ability to effectively manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment
  • Strategic influencing skills to convince the cross functional team to execute.
  • Strong technical and organizational skills in addition to excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to coordinate and support multiple stakeholders
  • Ability to set priorities and be flexible in dynamic environment
  • Cultural sensitivity and ability to work internationally
  • Strong relationship building, communication, and influencing skills
  • Should be committed and focused to succeed under challenging work environment

    • WHAT YOU'LL LOVE ABOUT WORKING HERE

  • You can shape your with us. We offer a range of career paths and internal opportunities within Capgemini group. You will also get personalized career guidance from our leaders.
  • You will get comprehensive wellness benefits including health checks, telemedicine, insurance with top-ups, elder care, partner coverage or new parent support via flexible work.
  • You will have the on one of the industry's largest digital learning platforms, with access to 250,000+ courses and numerous certifications.
  • We're committed to ensure that people of all backgrounds feel encouraged and have a sense of belonging at Capgemini. You are valued for who you are, and you can .
  • Every Monday, kick off the week with a musical performance by our in-house band - The Rubber Band. Also get to participate in internal , yoga challenges, or marathons.
  • At Capgemini, you can work on in tech and engineering with industry leaders or create to overcome societal and environmental challenges.

    • Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem.

    Skills Required

    Marketing, Powerpoint, Excel, Microsoft Office Suite, product innovation, Project Management

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