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SwiggyLead - Projects
Swiggy is seeking a Lead - Projects to work in Mumbai, India. This on-site, full-time position involves driving strategic initiatives from conception to completion while guiding…
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Swiggy is seeking a Lead - Projects to work in Mumbai, India. This on-site, full-time position involves driving strategic initiatives from conception to completion while guiding a team. The role suits a decisive professional who possesses strong analytical capabilities and organizational skills to handle complex, multi-phase projects. The person in this position will oversee project delivery, manage budgets, allocate resources, and handle risk mitigation. Responsibilities also include directing cross-functional teams,…
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Swiggy is seeking a Lead - Projects to work in Mumbai, India. This on-site, full-time position involves driving strategic initiatives from conception to completion while guiding a team. The role suits a decisive professional who possesses strong analytical capabilities and organizational skills to handle complex, multi-phase projects.
The person in this position will oversee project delivery, manage budgets, allocate resources, and handle risk mitigation. Responsibilities also include directing cross-functional teams, maintaining stakeholder communication, tracking key performance metrics, and implementing process improvements. Swiggy operates as an equal opportunity employer.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive project plans, schedules, and financial budgets
- Direct cross-functional teams by offering clear direction, mentorship, and performance feedback
- Identify, analyze, and mitigate potential project risks
- Handle stakeholder communication and provide regular progress reports
- Track project performance against key performance indicators and metrics
- Handle resource allocation and capacity planning
- Work alongside senior leadership to match project goals with business strategy
- Introduce process improvements and best practices
- Supervise vendor and contractor relationships
- Perform post-project evaluations to document lessons learned
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of professional experience in project management with multi-phase project success
- At least 3 years of experience in a leadership or supervisory position managing cross-functional teams
- Proficiency in project management methodologies including Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities for data-driven decisions
- Advanced proficiency in project management software such as Microsoft Project, Jira, or Asana
- Expertise in budget management, resource planning, and cost control
- Communication and interpersonal skills to influence stakeholders at all levels
- Organizational and time management capabilities to balance multiple priorities
- Experience with risk management and mitigation strategies
- Proficiency in process improvement methodologies and optimization
Qualifications
- Project Management Professional (PMP), PRINCE2, or equivalent certification
- Experience with data analysis and performance metric tracking
- Knowledge of industry-specific project requirements
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Where is this job located?
This role is based in Mumbai, India, and is an on-site position.
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The posting specifies full-time employment.
What experience is required for this role?
Candidates need at least 5 years of professional experience in project management and a minimum of 3 years in a leadership or supervisory role managing cross-functional teams.
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