Innovation Planning Manager

Project Management & Commercialization

• Lead end-to-end innovation and renovation projects from initiation to commercial launch.  

• Develop and manage project timelines, milestones, governance routines, and risk mitigation plans to ensure on-time and in-full execution.  

• Drive cross-functional collaboration to ensure alignment, operational readiness, and successful commercialization.  

• Monitor project performance against timelines, cost, quality, and business objectives; provide regular updates and escalation management when needed.  

• Ensure compliance with internal processes, quality standards, and regulatory requirements throughout the project lifecycle.  

Continuous Improvement & Problem Solving

• Identify project risks, bottlenecks, and execution gaps; drive corrective actions and solution plans proactively.  

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance innovation processes, execution efficiency, and speed-to-market.  

• Improve project management tools, tracking systems, and ways of working to strengthen execution excellence and stakeholder visibility.  

Coaching & People Development

• Foster a culture of ownership, collaboration, agility, and continuous improvement across project teams.  

• Coach and influence cross-functional stakeholders on project governance, execution discipline, and best practices.  

• Undertake additional projects, assignments, and responsibilities as assigned by the line manager.

Education & Professional Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or other related disciplines.

• Minimum 5 - 8 years of experience in Innovation Planning, Project Management, Commercialization, Supply Chain, or New Product Development within FMCG or related industries.  

• Proven experience managing cross-functional product launch/relaunch projects in a fast-paced and complex business environment.  

Functional Capabilities

• Strong understanding of product development lifecycle, commercialization processes, and supply chain operations.  

• Strong project management, stakeholder management, and problem-solving capabilities.  

• Excellent communication, influencing, and collaboration skills.  

• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously with strong attention to detail.  

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and project management tools.  

• Strong command of English communication, both written and verbal.