R&D Project Coordinator

ZipRecruiter; Totowa (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is looking for a Project Coordinator to support R&D initiatives and oversee new product launches. This role involves coordinating project activities, tracking progress, and managing expenses to ensure efficient execution of product development processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, particularly in the food industry, and will be adept at using project management tools. Join a dynamic team where your organizational and communication skills will help drive successful project outcomes and contribute to exciting product innovations.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of project management experience, preferably in the food industry.
• PMP certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing new product launch phases and track R&D project progress.
• Compile updates into detailed progress reports and manage procurement requests.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Analytical Skills

Collaboration Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project Management Tools

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a Project Coordinator to support the R&D Manager in managing stage-controlled new product launch phases and overseeing various R&D projects both internally and with external departments. This role will be responsible for coordinating project activities, tracking progress, managing expenses, and ensuring efficient execution of new product development processes. Additionally, the Project Coordinator will assist in procurement management, expense tracking, and administrative support to facilitate smooth project operations. The ideal candidate should have 1-2 years of project management and PM tool experience, preferably with a PMP certification, and a strong understanding of food processing and product life cycle management.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

1. Assist the R&D Manager in managing stage-controlled new product launch phases, ensuring alignment across product development stages.
2. Track the progress of various R&D projects, including those involving cross-functional teams and external departments.
3. Compile and organize updates from different teams into detailed progress reports.
4. Identify and address project delays, ensuring that timelines are met for both internal and external teams.
5. Support project planning by monitoring project timelines and assisting with adjustments as necessary to ensure on-time completion.
6. Oversee and track procurement requests, ensuring timely availability of materials and resources needed for projects.
7. Maintain detailed procurement and expense records, providing reports to the finance team as required.
8. Monitor and manage R&D lab inventory, ensuring materials are available and replenished as needed.
9. Prepare budget, cost, and timeline reports for projects to keep stakeholders informed and ensure resource efficiency.
10. Leverage project management tools to track and streamline project progress, ensuring efficient workflows across teams.
11. Foster clear communication among cross-functional and external teams to ensure successful project execution.
12. Provide administrative support to the R&D team as needed, contributing to project coordination and management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related field.
• 1-2 years of project management experience, preferably in the food industry.
• PMP certification is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to engage with both internal and external teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and project management tools.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Good understanding of food processing and product life cycle management.

Skills:

• Experience in stage-controlled new product launches within the R&D or food industry.
• Familiarity with project management tools.
• Strong analytical skills for compiling, interpreting, and presenting data.