Project Coordinator - FMCG

ManpowerGroup Middle East; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the region is seeking a Project Executive to oversee the execution of innovation projects. This role involves coordinating cross-functional activities for product launches and updates. We seek a proactive individual with at least 3 years of experience in project coordination and strong communication skills. Your contributions will directly impact our innovation efforts across various teams and enhance project delivery.

Qualifications

• 3 years experience in project coordination or support roles.
• Experience with cross-functional teams in corporate environments.
• Preferred: Project Management certification (e.g., CAPM, PMP).

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of innovation projects including new product launches.
• Coordinate project meetings, track progress, and follow up on action items.
• Monitor project timelines and identify risks.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication

Time Management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Sciences, Engineering, Business, Marketing, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project Management Tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet)

Job description

Job Title: Project Executive – Innovation Activities

Duration: 1 Year (Contract – Until Mid Next Year)

Employment: Outsourced through ManpowerGroup Middle East

Role Overview:

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Project Executive to support the execution of innovation projects. This role will focus on coordinating cross-functional activities, ensuring timely implementation of new product launches and portfolio updates, and maintaining alignment with regional strategies. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, a collaborative mindset, and experience in project coordination within a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the implementation of innovation projects including new product launches and portfolio re-stages.

• Assist in developing and maintaining detailed project plans in collaboration with cross-functional teams (Regulatory, Supply Chain, Marketing, etc.).

• Coordinate project meetings, track progress, and follow up on action items to ensure timely execution.

• Monitor project timelines, identify potential risks, and support mitigation planning.

• Facilitate communication between local and regional/global stakeholders (R&D, Franchise Marketing, Packaging, Procurement, Manufacturing).

• Contribute to post-launch reviews and performance analysis.

• Maintain project documentation and ensure alignment with internal processes and compliance standards.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Sciences, Engineering, Business, Marketing, or a related field.

• 3 years of experience in:

- Project coordination or support roles.

-Working with cross-functional teams in a corporate or innovation-driven environment.

-Exposure to product development or supply chain processes is a plus.

• Strong organizational and time management skills.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and cultures.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, or similar).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Project Management certification (e.g., CAPM, PMP) is a plus.

• Experience in the FMCG or healthcare industry.

• Familiarity with New Product Development (NPD) processes.

• Fluency in English; Arabic is an advantage.