Sales & Project Support Executive

MR D-I-Y Malaysia; Seri Kembangan; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent retail company in Malaysia is looking for a Project Administrator to support the Head of New Market & New Brand Development. The role involves coordinating project activities, administering support to executives, and ensuring the successful execution of strategic projects in the retail sector. Candidates should possess a diploma or degree in Business Administration or Project Management, with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience and strong MS Office skills. This is an opportunity to contribute to the company's expansion efforts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in project coordination or administrative support, preferably in the retail industry.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Strong proficiency in MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Follow up with internal stakeholders to ensure project milestones are met.
• Provide daily administrative support to the Head of New Market & New Brand Development.
• Schedule and coordinate project meetings, prepare agendas, and document meeting minutes.

Skills

Project Coordination

Communication Skills

MS Office Proficiency

Time Management

Education

Diploma or Degree in Business Administration or Project Management

Job description

MRDIY International brings high quality, affordable products to customers worldwide, building on its proud beginnings in Malaysia. Over the years, MRDIY has grown into a trusted household name with a global footprint of more than 4,000 stores across Asia, Europe, and beyond—including key markets such as Turkey, Spain, Poland, Bangladesh, Thailand, Brunei, Indonesia, the Philippines, Singapore, India, and Cambodia.

With a dedicated team of over 20,000 employees, MRDIY International serves more than 80 million customers annually. The company is committed to delivering exceptional value and convenience, making everyday essentials and innovative products accessible to communities everywhere.

Job Summary

Internally, this role is known as Project Administrator. This role exists to support the Head of New Market & New Brand Development in driving our global expansion efforts. This role key in ensuring the smooth execution of strategic projects related to market entry and brand launches within the retail sector. The role primarily involves monitoring project progress using Gantt charts, tracking timelines, and ensuring cross‑functional alignment. Additionally, the role includes a smaller component of personal‑assistant responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Project Coordination & Timeline Management

• Follow up with internal stakeholders to ensure project milestones are met.
• Flag potential delays or risks and escalates them promptly to the Head of Department.
• Coordinate with cross‑functional teams (e.g., merchandising, operations, marketing) to align project activities.

Administrative Support

• Provide daily administrative support to the Head of New Market & New Brand Development.
• Schedule and coordinate project meetings, prepare agendas, and document meeting minutes.
• Assist with the preparation of presentation decks, status updates, and reports.
• Maintain project file systems and document repositories.
• Support travel arrangements, expense claims, and calendar management when required.

Job Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in project coordination or administrative support, preferably in the retail industry.
• Strong proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.