Product Development Coordinator 178021

A-Line; Woonsocket (RI); On-site; USD 44,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A-Line is seeking a Product Development Coordinator to support retail consumer product development activities, supplier communication, and cross-functional project coordination in Woonsocket, RI. The role requires 3–5 years of experience in product development, project management, or retail merchandising related to physical consumer products.

This onsite position focuses on coordinating timelines and collaborating with external suppliers to move projects forward.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in consumer product development, project management, or retail merchandising related to physical consumer products.
• Experience working directly with external suppliers or vendors.
• Strong communication and follow-up skills, including the ability to manage deliverables and timelines.
• Ability to coordinate projects and communicate effectively with multiple stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams.
• Ability to work onsite Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday each week.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate product development activities, project timelines, deliverables, and milestones.
• Communicate directly with external suppliers and vendors to manage follow-ups, expectations, and project progress.
• Collaborate with product managers, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to support product development initiatives.
• Develop testing plans and conduct or coordinate user acceptance testing (UAT), usability testing, and performance testing.
• Analyze market data, customer feedback, and industry reports to identify product opportunities and potential improvements.
• Conduct competitive benchmarking and evaluate market positioning, market share, and product differentiation.
• Assist with defining project scope, establishing timelines, and tracking progress against milestones.
• Identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for process optimization and innovation.
• Communicate project updates, findings, and recommendations to management and key stakeholders.
• Support regulatory compliance activities and assist with required documentation and certifications.
• Identify areas of concern, recommend corrective actions, and maintain accurate project records.

Skills

Vendor communication

Project coordination

Timeline management

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or relevant specialized training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Product Development Coordinator
Location: Woonsocket RI 02895 ********
Schedule: Onsite Tuesday-Thursday (3 days per week); remaining schedule not provided
Pay Rate: 38.33

Job Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Product Development Project Coordinator to support retail consumer product development activities, supplier communication, and cross-functional project coordination.

The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in product development, project management, or retail merchandising related to physical consumer products. This role requires strong external vendor communication skills, the ability to manage project timelines and deliverables, and familiarity with retail processes and product lifecycles.

Important: This is a retail consumer products role focused on product development, supplier engagement, and physical merchandise. It is not an IT, software development, digital product, or technical product management position.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate product development activities, project timelines, deliverables, and milestones.
• Communicate directly with external suppliers and vendors to manage follow-ups, expectations, and project progress.
• Collaborate with product managers, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to support product development initiatives.
• Develop testing plans and conduct or coordinate user acceptance testing (UAT), usability testing, and performance testing.
• Analyze market data, customer feedback, and industry reports to identify product opportunities and potential improvements.
• Conduct competitive benchmarking and evaluate market positioning, market share, and product differentiation.
• Assist with defining project scope, establishing timelines, and tracking progress against milestones.
• Identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for process optimization and innovation.
• Communicate project updates, findings, and recommendations to management and key stakeholders.
• Support regulatory compliance activities and assist with required documentation and certifications.
• Identify areas of concern, recommend corrective actions, and maintain accurate project records.

Required Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in at least one of the following areas related to consumer product development:
• Product Development
  • Project Management
  • Retail Merchandising
• Experience working directly with external suppliers or vendors.
• Strong communication and follow-up skills, including the ability to manage deliverables and timelines.
• Ability to coordinate projects and communicate effectively with multiple stakeholders.
• Working knowledge of problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams.
• Ability to work onsite Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday each week.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or relevant specialized training or professional qualification.
• Retail industry experience and familiarity with retail product lifecycles.
• Understanding of SKU and UPC management.
• Knowledge of retail merchandising processes and terminology.
• Experience supporting product launches or physical consumer product development projects.
• Experience with product testing, user acceptance testing (UAT), and market analysis.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate has experience supporting physical consumer product development, retail merchandising, or project management, along with strong supplier/vendor communication skills. They are organized, proactive with follow-ups, comfortable managing multiple timelines, and able to collaborate across teams to keep projects moving forward.

Candidate Note: Experience in product development, project management, OR retail merchandising is acceptable. Candidates do not need experience in all three areas, but their background must relate to consumer products or retail.