FMCG Product Innovation & Renovation Coordinator

Sharp & Carter; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Sharp & Carter's client in Sydney, a well-established FMCG manufacturer, is seeking a Product Development Coordinator to join their collaborative product development team. You will support end-to-end projects across a retailer-focused portfolio, with emphasis on product renovation and continuous improvement from concept to commercialisation.

Working with cross-functional stakeholders, you will help ensure projects are delivered on time, meet customer expectations and align with manufacturing

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related discipline.
• Experience in product development within FMCG or food manufacturing.
• Experience supporting end-to-end NPD or product renovations.
• Strong organisational skills and stakeholder engagement.
• Understanding of product commercialisation processes.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating product development projects from concept through to launch
• Supporting product renovation, reformulation, and continuous improvement activities
• Assisting with product trials, scale-up, and commercial production
• Developing and maintaining product specifications and technical documentation
• Liaising with suppliers, manufacturing, quality, and commercial teams throughout project delivery
• Supporting artwork, labeling, and product compliance activities
• Coordinating project timelines and ensuring key milestones are achieved
• Assisting with ingredient evaluations and product benchmarking
• Supporting customer briefs and technical project requirements

Skills

Project coordination

Stakeholder management

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Proactive mindset

Organisational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science/Technology

Job description

Sharp & Carter's client in Sydney, a well-established FMCG manufacturer, is seeking a Product Development Coordinator to join their collaborative product development team. You will support end-to-end projects across a retailer-focused portfolio, with emphasis on product renovation and continuous improvement from concept to commercialisation.

Working with cross-functional stakeholders, you will help ensure projects are delivered on time, meet customer expectations and align with manufacturing