Product Launch Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description:

Mars is a family-owned business that has been making products for people and their pets for more than 100 years. We’re behind some of the best loved brands in the world including MARS®, SNICKERS®, EXTRA®, ECLIPSE®, PEDIGREE®, WHISKAS®, DOLMIO®, BEN’S ORIGINAL ® MASTERFOODS ® and ROYAL CANIN® ORIJEN® ACANA® we are dedicated to making a positive impact on people and the planet.

Position: Activity Manager (Product Launch Coordinator)

Location: Auckland, New Zealand

Segment: Multisales

Reporting to: Market Strategy and Deployment Lead

About the Role

Are you a results-driven project coordinator/manager with a knack for managing projects in a fast-paced environment? We are looking for an Activity Manager to join our Multisales team in Auckland. In this standalone role, you will be the central point of coordination for our snacking portfolio, playing a crucial part in coordinating new product launches, managing product modifications, and ensuring seamless execution from start to finish.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a marketing professional to gain broad cross-functional experience, or for a project manager to take ownership of a critical business function. You will act as a key facilitator, working with a wide range of stakeholders including our Australian snacking team, brand managers, demand planners, and global suppliers.

What you’ll do:

• Lead the end-to-end project management of product innovation and renovation projects, from new launches and packaging changes to sourcing updates and range deletions.
• Collaborate closely with Marketing, Supply Chain, and Sales to implement the brand-led innovation pipeline.
• Develop and manage detailed project timelines, track key deliverables, and ensure all milestones are met.
• Deliver clear, consistent, and comprehensive communication to all stakeholders, managing expectations and providing regular project reporting.
• Identify and escalate project risks to management, providing clear recommendations for resolution.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key supply sites and internal teams to foster collaboration and achieve mutual success.

What You'll Bring

• Proven experience in project management is essential, ideally within the FMCG, Supply Chain, or Marketing industries.
• A resourceful, self-starter attitude with the ability to work independently, forge your own path, and deliver results.
• Exceptional planning, organizational, and alignment skills, with a strong ability to manage ambiguity.
• Outstanding stakeholder management and networking capabilities, with the confidence to hold peers accountable and manage upwards.
• Strong financial acumen and a talent for facilitation and coordination.
• A bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field is preferred.

Why Join Us?

This is a pivotal role where you will be at the heart of coordinating our innovation projects, including exciting initiatives like the biggest gum launch of the decade. You'll gain unparalleled breadth across the business and have the autonomy to make a significant impact. If you are an organized and driven individual who gets things done, we would love to hear from you.

Why you’ll love working for Mars:

• Purpose: Help craft beloved brands with a legacy of over 100 years of local manufacturing making products that people and pets will love all while helping to build a more sustainable future.
• People: A culture that values your contributions, fosters leadership, and recognises the impact you make. Your work truly matters here.
• Development: Shape your career with personalised development and real opportunities to grow from day one.
• Enjoy a team and business environment that is invested in helping you manage and grow your energy for work and life.