Asst. Innovation Planning Manager Home Care

Job Description

You will be a key driver in ensuring the successful execution of innovation and renovation projects across the Home & Hygiene category. You will collaborate cross-functionally to deliver projects On Time In Full (OTIF).

Responsibilities
1. Project Management & Execution

• Lead innovation and renovation project networks from feasibility to launch.
• Develop and manage detailed project timelines using tools like MS Project.
• Ensure timely delivery of milestones by coordinating cross-functional inputs.
• Escalate critical issues and ensure resolution to maintain project timeline
  

2. Stakeholder Collaboration

• Act as the supply chain face for innovation projects, liaising with Marketing, R&D, Finance, Procurement, and Customer Development teams.
• Facilitate Investor Board (IB) sessions and pre-read alignment meetings.
  

3.Operational Excellence

• Support artwork updates, promotional launches, and other operational initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement in planning processes and tools.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, or related field. (Industrial Engineering and Chemical Engineering would be favourable)
  • MBA or equivalent is a plus.
    
• Experience
  • 2–5 years in Supply Chain, Innovation Planning, Project Management, or FMCG operations.
  • Experience in Home Care or Hygiene categories would be preferred.
  • Experience as PMO is value added
    
• Technical Skills
  • Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project).
  • Fluent in Ms. Excel & Power Point.
    
• Soft Skills
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
  • Ability to work cross-culturally and cross-functionally.
  • Strategic thinking with attention to detail and execution discipline.

Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their ‘Whole Self’ to work and this includes you! Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.