New Product Development Coordinator

Wild Alaskan Company; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A sustainable seafood delivery service is seeking a New Product Development Coordinator to manage project activities from concept to commercialization. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience in project coordination within the CPG industry. Strong organizational and project management skills are required to thrive in this fast-paced, fully-remote role. Key responsibilities include overseeing product development projects and facilitating cross-functional coordination.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in project coordination in the CPG industry, preferably in food.
• Strong project management skills with proficiency in tools like Asana.
• Excellent organizational abilities with keen attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day NPD projects from concept through commercialization.
• Execute agile stage-gate processes and maintain organized documentation.
• Coordinate development activities with multiple departments.

Skills

Project management skills

Organizational abilities

Cross-functional coordination

Documentation management

Adaptability in dynamic environments

Tools

Asana

Documentation tracking systems

Job description

Wild Alaskan Company’s mission is to accelerate humanity’s transition to sustainable food systems by fostering meaningful, interconnected relationships between human beings, wild seafood and the planet.

We deliver wild-caught, sustainable seafood to households across the United States. Powered by our custom-built eCommerce platform and three generations of history and expertise in the Alaskan fishing industry, we constantly strive to meet our promise of a top-notch product and experience. And we do it all in a fully-remote environment that is fast-paced, challenging, and fun.

GENERAL ROLE DESCRIPTION

The New Product Development Coordinator manages day-to-day project activities from concept through pilot to commercialization, ensuring seamless execution across all development stages. This role serves as the operational backbone of the Innovation/ New Product Development team, stewarding project management systems, organizing documentation, and coordinating cross-functionally, as well as leading the development of adjacency product launches.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee day-to-day NPD projects from concept through pilot to commercialization stages
• Execute agile stage-gate processes, including timelines, cross-functional check-ins, COGS tracking, formulation monitoring, and feasibility assessments
• Maintain organized and current briefs, specifications, and trial documentation
• Coordinate development activities with R&D, Procurement, Supply Chain, FSQA, and Marketing
• Build and refine documentation and improve processes across the Innovation team
• Facilitate administrative work for consumer insights including product improvement initiatives, in-home usage tests, and potential central location tests

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• 2-3 years of experience in project coordination or similar role in CPG industry, preferably in food
• Strong project management skills with proficiency in tools like Asana or similar platforms
• Excellent organizational abilities with keen attention to detail
• Cross-functional coordination and communication skills
• Understanding of product development processes and stage-gate methodologies
• Capacity to juggle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
• Proficiency in documentation management and tracking systems
• Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Aptitude for collaborating effectively across multiple departments
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and timelines

NICE TO HAVES

• Experience with COGS analysis and formulation tracking
• Familiarity with consumer insights methodologies
• Experience in the seafood or protein industry
• Understanding of DTC businesses

We are an equal Opportunity Employer, Wild Alaskan Company does not discriminate against candidates on the basis of their disability, sex, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status under the law.