Hybrid Project Coordinator, New Item Process

P.L. Marketing, Inc.; Newport (KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

P.L. Marketing, Inc. in Newport, KY is seeking an Asst.

Project Manager for Our Brands to support product development and OB category plans. You will assist with the New Item Process, sourcing cuttings, and data entry, while representing PLM and suppliers to Kroger and coordinating with multiple PLM teams. The role is hybrid, requiring in-office presence at least two days per week, and involves communicating with OB leadership, Merchandising, Manufacturing and Suppliers to ensure on-time

Qualifications

• 4 year degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Degree in Business Marketing, Operations, Supply Chain, or Economics preferred.
• 2+ years of retail grocery experience preferred.
• Understanding of Corporate Brands and their role in Kroger’s strategy preferred.
• Proficient Microsoft office applications including Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Capacity to learn multiple computer systems and web based applications.
• Strong organizational and teamwork skills.
• Capability to collaborate with others and contribute effectively to a team.
• Expert organizational, analytical and problem solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of an audience from senior level executives, to administrative support.
• Highly motivated self-starter who can work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, prioritize and multi-task.

Responsibilities

• This hybrid position will be required to work in our Corporate Office at least two days per week based on your team’s schedule.
• Support the Our Brands Project Managers throughout the New Item Process.
• Effectively communicate with key stakeholders including OB leadership, Merchandising, Manufacturing, and Suppliers among others.
• Help the CSM lead the commercialization of projects as identified within business plans, while supporting Project Tracker.
• Execute new item setup and supplier communication in collaboration with ASP, PCOE, and Merchandising Teams.
• Communicate relevant project details with division support.
• Assist CSM with delivering a total product experience that meets category and customer expectations.
• Be a positive champion for OB’s mission, vision and goals. Drive strategic thinking to communicate our OB vision across the enterprise.

Skills

Project coordination

Vendor management

Sourcing

Data entry

Communication

Microsoft Office

Supply chain

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Business/Marketing/Supply Chain/Economics preferred

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

P.L. Marketing, Inc. in Newport, KY is seeking an Asst.

Project Manager for Our Brands to support product development and OB category plans. You will assist with the New Item Process, sourcing cuttings, and data entry, while representing PLM and suppliers to Kroger and coordinating with multiple PLM teams. The role is hybrid, requiring in-office presence at least two days per week, and involves communicating with OB leadership, Merchandising, Manufacturing and Suppliers to ensure on-time