Mandarin Speaker (Project Management) | Open Budget

RecruitNest Consulting; Metro Manila; Hybrid; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Open Budget is seeking a results-driven Senior Innovation Officer to lead end-to-end product and packaging innovation projects for a key Consumer Packaged Goods client. You will manage projects from concept to launch, ensuring timely delivery, operational excellence, and high-quality outcomes.

Mandarin language skills are required to communicate with international stakeholders. You will mentor project managers and coordinators, track milestones with project management software such as MS

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, IT, or related field.
• 3+ years in project management, preferably in CPG or FMCG.
• Proven PM experience using MS Project, Asana, Jira or similar.
• Mandarin language proficiency (written and spoken).
• Track record delivering innovation projects from concept to launch.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Lead product and packaging innovation projects from concept through launch, including feasibility, R&D, and approvals.
• Facilitate project kick-offs, progress updates, and lessons learned sessions with stakeholders.
• Monitor milestones, track deliverables with PM software, identify risks, and keep projects on track.
• Mentor project managers and coordinators, sharing best practices.
• Build relationships with cross-functional teams and drive process improvements.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Mentoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Project

Asana

Jira

Job description

About the job Mandarin Speaker (Project Management) | Open Budget

Job Expectations:

• Position Type: Experienced - Mid/Senior


• Employment Type: Full-Time; Permanent


• Work Setup & Location: Temporary WFH - Hybrid (BGC, Taguig)


• Work Schedule: Mondays - Fridays; Day Shift


• Budget: Negotiable (Open Budget)

About the Role:

We are looking for a results-driven Senior Innovation Officer to lead end-to-end product and packaging innovation projects for a key Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) client. You will manage projects from concept to launch, ensuring timely delivery, operational excellence, and high-quality outcomes. This role requires strong project management expertise, proficiency with project management software, and Mandarin language skills for effective communication with international stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead product and packaging innovation projects from concept through launch, including feasibility, R&D, and approvals.


• Facilitate project kick-offs, progress updates, and lessons-learned sessions with stakeholders.


• Monitor project milestones, track deliverables using project management software, identify risks, and implement strategies to keep projects on track.


• Mentor project managers and coordinators, sharing best practices and fostering continuous improvement.


• Build strong relationships with cross-functional teams and influence execution of process improvements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors in Marketing, Communications, Information Technology, or related field.


• 3+ years of experience in project management, preferably in CPG or FMCG (not required).


• Strong project management experience, including using tools such as Microsoft Project, Asana, Jira, or similar platforms.


• Mandarin language proficiency (written/reading and spoken) required.


• Proven track record delivering innovation projects from concept to launch.


• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint).