New Product Development Coordinator
Jimmy's Gourmet Bakery · Clifton, NJ · 3 wk ago
MarketingFull-time
About the role
This role supports the execution of new product launches and product changes within our food manufacturing environment.Responsibilities
- Maintain project trackers, timelines, and task lists for new product development initiatives
- Update project status based on team input
- Follow up with internal teams on outstanding tasks and deadlines
- Escalate overdue items to management as needed
- Cooky and bread product development, packaging updates, bills of materials (BOMs), and labeling processes
- Coordinate product development activities including sample tracking and trial scheduling
- Enter and update BOM information in internal systems
- Verify BOM data accuracy
- Track packaging change requests and artwork status
- Maintain organized files for product specifications, approvals, and project records
- Ensure documentation is complete and properly stored
- Perform data entry and updates in ERP systems/project tracking tools
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent relevant experience
- 3–5 years of experience in an administrative, coordinator, or support role
- Experience in food manufacturing or consumer packaged goods (CPG) preferred
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously
- Strong communication and follow-up skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data entry systems
Qualifications
- Highly organized and detail-oriented
- Thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Support cross-functional teams in food manufacturing or consumer packaged goods
Skills
- Project coordination
- Product development support
- ERP systems
- Data entry
Benefits
- Competitive pay and performance bonuses
- 401(k) with company match
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Company-paid life insurance and EAP support
- Generous PTO and career growth opportunities