Sr. Project Executive

Job Summary:**

The Sr. Project Executive at HINDUSTAN UNILEVER LIMITED will be responsible for leading and executing complex projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and successful achievement of project objectives in alignment with business strategies. This role requires strong leadership, stakeholder management, and a proven track record in project management within a large, dynamic organization.

Job Responsibilities:**

* Lead and manage the full project lifecycle from initiation to closure, including planning, execution, monitoring, and controlling project activities.
* Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders.
* Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, risk management strategies, and communication plans.
* Effectively manage project budgets, ensuring expenditures are within approved limits and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
* Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues, developing contingency plans as necessary.
* Communicate project status, progress, and challenges regularly to all relevant stakeholders, including senior leadership.
* Motivate and manage cross-functional project teams, fostering collaboration and accountability.
* Ensure adherence to company project management methodologies, processes, and quality standards.
* Conduct post-project reviews to evaluate project performance, identify lessons learned, and recommend improvements for future projects.
* Contribute to the continuous improvement of project management practices within the organization.

Job Qualifications:**

* Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field. Master's degree or PMP certification highly preferred.
* 8+ years of progressive experience in project management, with at least 3 years in a senior project leadership role, preferably within the FMCG sector.
* Demonstrated experience managing large-scale, complex projects with multiple stakeholders and dependencies.
* Proven expertise in project planning, risk management, budget management, and resource allocation.
* Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to influence and collaborate effectively with diverse teams and senior management.
* Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Asana).
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
* Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.