Marketing Specialist (FMCG product innovation)
Capgemini is seeking a highly motivated Marketing Innovation Specialist to support strategic innovation projects for a key Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) external client. The ideal candidate will possess project management and strategic influencing skills to drive fast-paced innovation projects to successful and timely completion.
The Marketing Innovation Specialist oversees and manages multiple product and packaging innovation projects, from concept development to launch, for a leading CPG client. With over 3 years of experience and a strong background in project management, this individual will collaborate with the Marketing Innovation Manager to ensure flawless execution of projects while maintaining the highest quality and efficiency.
The ideal candidate will have proven experience in consumer packaged goods, package design, product innovation, and marketing.
YOUR TASKS
- provide project management support for product and packaging innovation projects, covering all stages from concept development, feasibility validation, R&D, to business proposal and final approval;
- assist in project kick-off discussions and collaborate with all stakeholders to ensure team is aligned on the overall scope, timelines, and objectives;
- coordinate and facilitate project discussions, including kick-off meetings, project update meetings, and lessons-learned 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 the completeness of project documents and supporting materials;
- conduct lessons-learned reviews and incorporate findings into future projects for continuous improvement.
YOUR PROFILE
- bachelor’s degree in marketing, advertising, communications, or related field;
- 2+ years of project management, product innovation, and marketing experience (ideally in a CPG or FMCG environment);
- demonstrated track record of managing innovation projects to successful outcomes;
- strong knowledge of product and packaging innovation or new product development processes;
- strong Excel and PowerPoint skills;
- experience with MarTech & workflow management tools, such as Adobe Workfront, Asana, Monday.com, Smartsheet, Power BI;
- passionate about Innovation management, exposure around stages of new product development, Innovation planning, and development.
What You’ll Love About Working Here
- Well-being culture with medical care, private life insurance, and sports card. Capgemini also offers therapeutical support and educational wellbeing resources.
- Access to over 70 training tracks with certification opportunities on our NEXT platform, plus access to external learning platforms and materials.
- Continuous feedback and performance discussions supported by a transparent performance management policy.
- Hybrid working model after onboarding, with options for office and home-based work and a home office package.
GET TO KNOW US
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About Capgemini
Capgemini is a global leader in partnering with companies to transform and manage their business by harnessing technology. The Group aims to unleash human energy through technology for an inclusive and sustainable future. Capgemini employs over 360,000 people in more than 50 countries, with expertise spanning cloud, data, AI, connectivity, software, digital engineering, and platforms.
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