Product Development Coordinator [AQ-15301]

About the role

This is an opportunity to join a team that is constantly pushing boundaries, bringing groundbreaking products to market, and shaping the future of the consumer goods industry. You will play a pivotal role in driving operational excellence and bringing new concepts to life, ensuring seamless coordination and effective communication across all stages of product development. Your contributions will directly facilitate the journey of new products from initial concept to market launch.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough technical assessments of prototypes across diverse product categories, delivering detailed feedback on performance, texture, and overall quality.
• Perform comprehensive competitive product assessments to provide crucial insights for strategic development decisions.
• Prepare insightful and comprehensive reports highlighting product benefits, leveraging strong proficiency in data analysis and presentation tools.
• Efficiently organize and schedule innovation and follow-up meetings, effectively presenting product benefits to relevant stakeholders.
• Assist in the meticulous preparation of presentation decks and technical dossiers.
• Coordinate vendor showcases and facilitate timely follow-up with internal teams to gather feedback and determine next steps.
• Manage and meticulously maintain a detailed project tracker spreadsheet, ensuring all statuses are current, and actively participate in team meetings.
• Liaise proactively with vendors to request and track product samples and essential marketing materials.
• Organize and meticulously track product samples, coordinating their efficient delivery to internal contacts.
• Ensure the proper disposal and meticulous organization of all product samples.
• Coordinate the domestic and international shipping of samples with precision and care.

Requirements

• Proven experience in project coordination or a similar support role, preferably within a product development or innovation-focused environment.
• Exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present information clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint is essential for effective reporting and presentations.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and priorities in a dynamic and fast-paced setting.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and a steadfast commitment to operational excellence.