Management Associate

JITO; Indore District; On-site; INR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

JITO in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, is seeking a proactive Project Management Executive / Trainee to support planning, coordination, and execution of cross-functional projects in manufacturing and FMCG. This entry‑level role is ideal for fresh graduates or interns who want to build a career in project management with Production, Procurement, Supply Chain, Quality, R&D, Sales, and packaging teams.

You will assist in planning, tracking, and coordinating projects, prepare timelines and reports,

Qualifications

• Entry-level position suitable for fresh graduates or interns.
• Experience in coordinating cross-functional projects is a plus.
• Basic understanding of project management principles.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Office is expected.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, tracking, and coordinating ongoing projects.
• Prepare and maintain project timelines, trackers, and status reports.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to collect project updates and ensure timely completion of assigned tasks.
• Schedule meetings, prepare MOM (Minutes of Meeting), and follow up on action items.
• Monitor project progress and elevate delays or risks to the reporting manager.
• Support New Product Development (NPD), packaging development, and process improvement projects.
• Maintain project documentation, reports, and records.
• Analyze project data using MS Excel and prepare dashboards whenever required.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth communication and execution.
• Assist in identifying process improvement opportunities and implementing best practices.
• Perform any additional project coordination activities assigned by the manager.

Skills

Good communication

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Office

Prioritization

Team player

Proactive attitude

Tools

MS Project

Trello

ClickUp

Job description

Job Type: Full Time Permanent

Work Mode: Onsite

Experience: Entry Level

Travel Requirements:

Skills:

Position Overview

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Project Management Executive / Trainee to support the planning, coordination, and execution of cross-functional projects. This role is ideal for fresh graduates or candidates with internship experience who are eager to build a career in project management within the manufacturing and FMCG industry. The candidate will work closely with different departments such as Production, Procurement, Supply Chain, Quality, R&D, Sales, and packaging to ensure timely execution of projects.

Required Skills

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and coordination abilities.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Basic understanding of project management principles.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Office.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Quick learner with a proactive attitude.
• Attention to detail and strong follow-up skills.
• Team player with a collaborative mindset.

Preferred Skills

• Internship exposure in manufacturing, FMCG, or project coordination.
• Knowledge of project management tools (MS Project, Trello, ClickUp, or similar) is an added advantage.
• Basic understanding of process improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, tracking, and coordinating ongoing projects.
• Prepare and maintain project timelines, trackers, and status reports.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to collect project updates and ensure timely completion of assigned tasks.
• Schedule meetings, prepare MOM (Minutes of Meeting), and follow up on action items.
• Monitor project progress and elevate delays or risks to the reporting manager.
• Support New Product Development (NPD), packaging development, and process improvement projects.
• Maintain project documentation, reports, and records.
• Analyze project data using MS Excel and prepare dashboards whenever required.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth communication and execution.
• Assist in identifying process improvement opportunities and implementing best practices.
• Perform any additional project coordination activities assigned by the manager.