Who We Are:

GMG is a global well-being company retailing, distributing and manufacturing a portfolio of leading international and home-grown brands across sport, everyday goods, health and beauty, properties and logistics sectors. Under the ownership and management of the Baker family for over 45 years, GMG is a valued partner of choice for the world's most successful and respected brands in the well-being sector. Working across the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia, GMG has introduced more than 120 brands across 12 countries. These include notable home-grown brands such as Sun & Sand Sports, Dropkick, Supercare Pharmacy, Farm Fresh, Klassic, and international brands like Nike, Columbia, Converse, Timberland, Vans, Mama Sita's, and McCain.

Role Overview:

The Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and finalizing projects according to strict deadlines, quality standards, and within budget. This includes acquiring resources, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and managing all activities across the project lifecycle. The role also oversees research and development (R&D) efforts to integrate the latest technologies and innovations into projects, ensuring strategic alignment and long-term value for the organization.

Role Responsibilities:

• Manages the full project lifecycle—from initiation to completion—including planning, execution, monitoring, control, and closure.
• Directs and supports R&D initiatives, ensuring that systems, processes, and deliverables are aligned with the latest industry advancements and business requirements.
• Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to define project scope, goals, deliverables, and timelines.
• Leads project scheduling, budgeting, resource allocation, and performance tracking to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Maintains project documentation, status reports, and communicates progress and risks to senior leadership.
• Ensures all projects adhere to quality standards, compliance regulations, and project governance guidelines.
• Reviews and validates RFPs and other project-related documentation for alignment with organizational objectives.
• Identifies, assesses, and monitors project risks, and implements mitigation strategies accordingly.
• Acts as a key point of contact for all project-related communications, facilitating alignment across teams.
• Drives continuous improvement and change management efforts in project execution and stakeholder engagement.
• Integrates change management into project plans to ensure smooth transition and acceptance of new processes or technologies.

Skills & Experience:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in project management, including R&D or strategic project initiatives
• Experience in managing large-scale, cross-functional projects in a complex environment
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business Management, or a related field
• Master’s Degree or MBA (preferred)
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, PMP, etc.)
• Certification in Change Management (preferred)
• Proficient in project management tools (MS Project, JIRA, Asana, etc.)
• Budgeting and cost control expertise
• Excellent risk assessment and mitigation planning
• Change management and stakeholder communication skills
• Understanding of quality assurance standards
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills