Presentation Specialist (Contractual)

Metro Global Solution Center (MGSC) is internal solution partner for METRO, a €29.8 Billion international wholesaler with operations in 31 countries through 661 stores & a team of 93,000 people globally. Metro operates in a further 10 countries with its Food Service Distribution (FSD) business and it is thus active in a total of 34 countries.

MGSC, location wise is present in Pune (India), Düsseldorf (Germany) and Szczecin (Poland). We provide IT & Business operations support to 31 countries, speak 24+ languages and process over 18,000 transactions a day. We are setting tomorrow’s standards for customer focus, digital solutions, and sustainable business models. For over 10 years, we have been providing services and solutions from our two locations in Pune and Szczecin. This has allowed us to gain extensive experience in how we can best serve our internal customers with high quality and passion. We believe that we can add value, drive efficiency, and satisfy our customers.

Website: https://www.metro-gsc.in
Company Size: 600-650
Headquarters: Pune, Maharashtra, India
Type: Privately Held
Inception:  2011

• The PowerPoint Specialist plays a crucial role in enhancing the visual impact and effectiveness of our presentations. By creating engaging and high-quality PowerPoint decks, this role supports various departments in delivering compelling messages to internal and external audiences.
• The PowerPoint Specialist ensures that presentations are not only visually appealing but also effectively communicate complex ideas and data. This directly impacts the company’s ability to persuade, inform, and engage stakeholders, ultimately contributing to the success of marketing campaigns, sales pitches, executive briefings, and other key initiatives.

• The PowerPoint Specialist has the freedom to make creative decisions regarding the design and layout of presentations.
• Converting complex ideas and data into clear and visually appealing presentations.
• Identify areas for improvement in the presentation design process. They have the freedom to implement new tools, techniques, and best practices to enhance efficiency and quality.
• Has the autonomy to communicate directly with stakeholders to understand their requirements and provide technical and creative advice.

1. Bachelor’s degree (preferred) in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, Communication, or a related field.
2. 3-5 years of experience in creating professional PowerPoint presentations.
3. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and other presentation software.
4. Strong understanding of design principles and visual storytelling.
5. Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator) is a plus.
6. Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
7. Strong communication and collaboration skills.
8. Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
9. Creative thinker with a keen eye for aesthetics and visual details.

1. Creativity & Design Fundamentals:

• A strong sense of visual design with the ability to translate complex information into clear and engaging visuals.
• Proficiency in design principles such as layout, hierarchy, balance, and contrast.
• Ability to convert complex data to visually appealing charts, graphs, or infographics.
• Experience with creating custom graphics and illustrations.
• Source and incorporate high-quality visuals, such as images, icons, charts, and graphs, to enhance content and storytelling.
• Take unfinished presentations, messy notes, scans, or PDFs and make them look great using our standard templates and brand guidelines.
• Create presentation templates from scratch that are easy for anyone to use.

1. Color Schemes & Typography:

• A keen eye for color and the ability to create harmonious color palettes that align with brand identity.
• In-depth knowledge of typography principles and the ability to select fonts that are both visually appealing and readable.

1. Design and Presentation Software:

• Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Develop and design visually compelling presentations using presentation software Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Ability to leverage advanced features like complex animations, transitions, and multimedia elements to design presentations that are creative, impressive, and even interactive.
• Experience with additional design software (e.g., Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator).
• Experience in working on posters, flyers, brochures.

1. Communication & Collaboration:

• Excellent English written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand presentation goals, target audience, and key messages.
• The ability to collaborate effectively with various teams across the organization.
• Strong active listening skills to understand client needs and translate them into impactful presentations.

1. Organization & Time Management:

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines efficiently.
• Strong organizational skills to prioritize tasks and maintain a well-structured workflow.

1. Other areas:

• Proofread and edit presentations for accuracy, clarity, and conciseness.
• Keeping up with latest technology trends like Gen AI PPTs + design trends and also utilizing these to bring efficiency.
• Be solution oriented and creative to come up with design ideas and manage projects from start to finish.