- Work with cross functional teams to develop detailed project plans that includes detailed budgets,project timelines, detailed task-driven schedule, project RACI, resourcing and communication plan
- Collaborate across teams to execute projects till closure of handover to business teams; lead or participate in project prioritization meetings with senior leadership every quarter
- Ensure appropriate funds and resources are allocated across the enterprise to support all projects in the pipeline
- Monitor compliance to project management standards, policies, procedures and templates
- Manage regular, effective communication with all stakeholders for projects; report risks and variances to plan and identify areas for corrective actions
- Develop strong partnerships with external stakeholders e.g. start-ups, academic institutions,research firms and networks / communities
- Drive continuous improvement in portfolio reporting (including technology platforms to optimize tracking and reporting) and senior leadership engagement
- Understand business and brand context, and develop an understanding of cross-program portfolio dependencies
- Ensure that stage gate innovation process is followed rigorously through all key milestones ensuring timely completion of all deliverables
- Communicate with and influence business leaders to make sound business decisions and manage risks
- MBA preferred or background/degree in Project Management in consumer / retail industries.
- 8-10 years professional experience working in a business environment.
- 5+ years- experience leading and successfully managing multiple projects and programs experience with stage gate processes.
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