Project Lead – Retail and Training Advocacy

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in India.

📋 Description

• Serve as a strategic collaborator with Global teams, enhancing upstream content briefs by integrating APAC market insights.

• Coordinate the comprehensive localisation and delivery schedules for all New Product Introduction (NPI) training materials.

• Act as the main point of contact for transcreation agencies, local reviewers, and field teams.

• Detect market-specific training deficiencies and spearhead the development of tailored, region-focused campaigns.

• Partner with local teams to create and adapt assets aimed at fostering 'brand love' among retail staff.

• Collaborate closely with Channel Sales & Activation (CSA), Retail Sales, and both Local and Global Training teams.

• Supervise the vendor responsible for the upload and dissemination of content across various Learning Management Systems (LMS) and internal advocacy platforms.

• Oversee localisation budgets and track asset usage rates to assess the effectiveness and ROI of the regional training supply chain.

⛳️ Requirements

• BA/BS degree or equivalent experience in Business, Marketing, or Education.

• Over 12 years of experience in retail training, trade marketing, or project management.

• Demonstrated success in program managing intricate projects with tight deadlines, particularly related to NPI or product launches.

• Proven experience in managing localisation workflows and collaborating with external vendors.

• Prior experience in the Consumer Electronics or Tech industry.

• Knowledge of Learning Management Systems (LMS) and content authoring tools.

• Strong comprehension of regional retail landscapes and cultural nuances throughout APAC.

• Highly organised with robust project management skills and expert-level proficiency in methodologies and tools such as Smartsheet.

• Ability to systematically maintain trackers and manage complex spreadsheets with meticulous attention to detail.

• Outstanding stakeholder management abilities and the potential to cultivate strong cross-functional relationships.

• Adaptability and the capability to work effectively amidst ambiguity and uncertainty in a dynamic, tech-driven environment.

• Strong aptitude for or experience in incorporating AI tools into project workflows, with a preference for Google AI tools.

• High energy and a proactive, "go-getter" mentality focused on collaboration and project success.

• Exceptional verbal and written English communication and presentation skills.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

• Flexible work arrangements and a supportive work environment.

• Access to the latest technology and tools to enhance productivity.