Assistant Innovation Manager

About the job

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. Key Responsibilities • 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. • Monitor project progress in terms of deliverables and milestones and maintain up-to-date records using project management tools and spreadsheets. • 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. • 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. What You'll Love About Working Here • You can shape your career with us. We offer a range of career paths and internal opportunities within Capgemini. • 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 opportunity to learn on one of the industry’s largest digital learning platforms, with access to 250,000+ courses and numerous certifications.

Requirements

• Project Management
• Product Innovation
• CPG Knowledge
• Stakeholder Management

Qualifications

• MBA preferred
• 8+ years experience in project management
• 3+ years in product innovation

Preferred Technologies

• Project Management
• Product Innovation
• CPG Knowledge
• Stakeholder Management

Benefits

• Personalized career guidance
• Wellness benefits
• Learning opportunities
• Cultural sensitivity

About the company

Capgemini is an AI-powered global business and technology transformation partner, delivering tangible business value. We imagine the future of organizations and make it real with AI, technology and people. With our strong heritage of nearly 60 years, we are a responsible and diverse group of 420,000 team members in more than 50 countries, delivering end-to-end services and solutions with our deep industry expertise.