MR DIY International brings high-quality, affordable products to customers worldwide, building on its proud beginnings in Malaysia. Over the years, MR DIY has grown into a trusted household name with a global footprint of more than 4,000 stores across Asia, Europe, and beyond—including key markets such as Turkey, Spain, Poland, Bangladesh, Thailand, Brunei, Indonesia, the Philippines, Singapore, India, and Cambodia.

With a dedicated team of over 20,000 employees, MR DIY International serves more than 80 million customers annually. The company is committed to delivering exceptional value and convenience, making everyday essentials and innovative products accessible to communities everywhere.

What We Offer

• Rapid Professional Growth: Opportunities for professional development in a fast-growing international retail organization.
• Exposure to Senior Leadership: Gain direct exposure to MR DIY’s senior leadership, contributing insights to high-level decisions that drive international growth.
• Dynamic Work Environment: Engage in a culture that values innovation, collaboration, and personal growth.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Project Administrator to support the Head of New Market & New Brand Development in driving our global expansion efforts. This role is key in ensuring the smooth execution of strategic projects related to market entry and brand launches within the retail sector. "The role primarily involves monitoring project progress using Gantt charts, tracking timelines, and ensuring cross-functional alignment. Additionally, the role includes a smaller component of personal assistant responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Project Coordination & Timeline Management

• Track and monitor project plans, timelines, and deliverables using Gantt charts and project management tools.
• Follow up with internal stakeholders to ensure project milestones are met.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, schedules, and reporting dashboards.
• Flag potential delays or risks and escalate them promptly to the Head of Department.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams (e.g., merchandising, operations, marketing) to align project activities.

Administrative Support

• Provide daily administrative support to the Head of New Market & New Brand Development.
• Schedule and coordinate project meetings, prepare agendas, and document meeting minutes.
• Assist with the preparation of presentation decks, status updates, and reports.
• Maintain project filing systems and document repositories.
• Support travel arrangements, expense claims, and calendar management when required.

Job Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in project coordination or administrative support, preferably in the retail industry.
• Proficient in project management tools
• Strong proficiency in MS Office applications
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.