Innovation Manager - IBX1

Maruti Suzuki; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Maruti Suzuki is seeking a candidate to lead program planning and implementation for its startup accelerator initiatives in Gurugram. The role focuses on designing and executing programs, mentoring startups, and building ecosystem partnerships.

The ideal candidate has strong project management experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to engage with senior leadership while driving program milestones and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• MBA (full-time) mandatory.
• 3 to 6 years in project/program management or startup ecosystem.
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to contribute to program design and execution.
• Detail-oriented with maturity to engage senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute accelerator programs including idea generation, selection and mentorship.
• Plan and run events, workshops, and activities to support startup development.
• Meet program milestones and coordinate daily responsibilities with the team.
• Build partnerships with external organizations to provide mentors, funding and networking.
• Evaluate program effectiveness and report progress to management and stakeholders.
• Network with startup founders, investors and ecosystem players.

Skills

Communication skills

Program management

Startup ecosystem knowledge

Multitasking

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA (Full-time)

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Project management

Job description

Program Planning and Implementation:

Work closely with entrepreneurs and other internal teams to understand the needs of entrepreneurs and facilitate to meet those needs.

Develop and execute programs, including idea generation, selection, and mentorship.

Plan, organize, and execute events, workshops, and activities that support startup development.

Set and achieve all program milestones while collaborating with the team to efficiently execute daily program responsibilities.

Actively pursue strategic and innovative solutions to fulfil program objective

Mentor and Coach Startups:

Provide guidance, advice, and support to startup teams, including technical and business support.

Help startups develop their business models, products, and services, and identify potential funding sources.

Resource Management:

Manage resources, including budgets, equipment, and materials, and ensure they are allocated effectively.

Establish partnerships with external organizations to provide additional resources, including mentors, funding, and networking opportunities. Specifically,

1. Manage program partnerships successfully
2. Coordinate with key stakeholders of the program to build a sustainable relationship

Evaluation and Reporting:

Evaluate the effectiveness of accelerator programs and services, and report on the progress of startups to the management team and external stakeholders. Specifically:

1. Design and conduct monitoring and evaluation surveys
2. Analyse and report data collected from entrepreneurs

Use feedback and data to improve programs and services.

Networking and Relationship Building:

Build strong relationships with startup founders, investors, and other key stakeholders in the entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Attend industry events, meetups, and conferences to stay up-to-date on the latest trends and developments.

Identify and onboard mentors to support startups and employees in skill development

Investment Venture Capital Engagement:

Assess funding opportunities, structure investment deals, and facilitate investor collaboration

Build relationships with venture capital firms, investors, and industry leaders to create funding opportunities and strategic alliances

Events, Sponsorships Ecosystem Engagement:

Curate innovation events and roundtables to strengthen engagement within the ecosystem

What you will need to bring to the table

You will ideally have:

• Bachelor + MBA full time(mandatory)
• 3 to 6 years of experience in project, program management or startup ecosystem
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills
• Ability to contribute to program design
• Strong program execution discipline
• Positive attitude, detail-oriented and maturity to interact with the senior leadership
• Ability to multitask and take ownership of tasks

What technical competencies are required

• MS Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• Project management
• Execution and Operation Efficiency
• Data Driven Decision Making