New Project Coordinator

Vitrition; Heckmondwike; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in Heckmondwike is seeking a New Project Coordinator responsible for managing new and existing products. The role requires collaboration with Sales and project teams, along with expertise in product development and operational coordination, particularly within the food manufacturing sector. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Dynamics is essential, and the position offers a competitive salary and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in product development, supply chain, or operations coordination.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics or equivalent ERP system.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Sales and project teams to support improvements.
• Create and maintain product Bills of Materials.
• Coordinate new product packs across internal departments.

Skills

Product development experience

Microsoft Dynamics expertise

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Project management

Supplier management

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented New Project Coordinator to support the management of new and existing products. This role will work closely with Sales, New Product Development (NPD), and cross-functional teams to ensure accurate product data management, efficient operations, and seamless communication with suppliers and customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Sales and project teams to support improvements across existing product ranges, while contributing to product initiatives as needed.
• Use Microsoft Dynamics to create and maintain product Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Prepare, update, and manage product specification documentation in line with business requirements.
• Coordinate the creation and circulation of new product packs across all internal departments.
• Identify and recommend suitable packaging solutions for new products, liaising with both Sales teams and customers to ensure successful implementation.
• Manage the artwork lifecycle from initial concept through to final print approval.
• Prepare accurate costings and quotations for both new and existing products.
• Work with new and existing suppliers to obtain quotations, technical specifications, and packaging information.
• Oversee and manage changes to raw materials and packaging within current product lines.
• Provide operational support during peak periods or staff absences, including processing sales orders, preparing despatch documentation, and arranging transport/hauliers.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience in product development, supply chain, or operations coordination (preferably within food manufacturing, FMCG, or packaging industries).
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics (or equivalent ERP system).
• Excellent attention to detail with strong organisational and documentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to liaise confidently with internal teams, suppliers, and customers.
• Experience in costing, quotations, and supplier management is highly desirable.
• Competency in artwork/packaging management would be advantageous.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to work within a collaborative and growing team.
• Career development and training opportunities.

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