Product Launch & Commercialization Lead

Heartland-Food-Products-Group; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Heartland Food Products Group is seeking a Commercialization Manager to guide products from concept through production and market launch at our Carmel, IN site. You will partner with cross-functional teams to translate category and product strategies into actionable packaging, marketing, merchandising, and commercialization plans.

You will educate the field sales team with product information, standards, and timing for launches while supporting innovation and private label packaging for key

Qualifications

• BS in Business Administration required.
• Minimum two years' experience with a consumer products manufacturer; food manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong project management with ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead category commercialization from concept through production readiness and market execution.
• Translate category strategy into packaging, marketing, and sales-support tactics.
• Coordinate cross-functional commercialization activities and align priorities and timelines.
• Prepare field sales with product info, marketing plans, and standards.
• Manage market research activities and communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Deliver accurate, timely reporting for designated categories.
• Balance multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Develop and document standardized commercialization processes.
• Identify issues and apply critical thinking to drive execution.
• Foster collaborative, innovative work environment focused on product development.

Skills

Project management

Multitasking

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration

Job description

Heartland Food Products Group is seeking a Commercialization Manager to guide products from concept through production and market launch at our Carmel, IN site. You will partner with cross-functional teams to translate category and product strategies into actionable packaging, marketing, merchandising, and commercialization plans.

You will educate the field sales team with product information, standards, and timing for launches while supporting innovation and private label packaging for key