Commercialization Coordinator

Aston Carter•Glenview, IL

21h•$30 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Aston Carter is partnering with a client in the Northern Suburbs of Chicago to identify a Commercialization Coordinator to support their Commercialization Department during a critical ERP transition. About the Role The Commercialization Coordinator will support the Commercialization Department under the direction of the Director of Commercialization. This role is responsible for coordinating and managing commercialization activities across the entire operation, working closely with cross-functional internal teams, manufacturing facilities, and customers to ensure new products move from concept through shipment efficiently and on schedule. This is a highly collaborative, project-driven role that requires strong organizational skills, cross-functional communication, and the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Food Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience
3–5+ years of experience in commercialization, project management, operations, manufacturing, or a CPG environment
Proven experience managing cross-functional projects from concept through launch
Strong project management, organizational, and prioritization skills
Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and with external customers
Ability to identify risks, resolve issues, and keep projects moving forward
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and project tracking tools
Willingness to travel to manufacturing facilities as needed

Nice To Haves

Experience in beverage, food, or CPG manufacturing
Familiarity with New Product Introduction (NPI) or Stage-Gate processes
Working knowledge of manufacturing processes, packaging formats, and supply chain operations
Experience helping define or improve commercialization processes

Responsibilities

Manage cross-functional teams to evaluate scope, timelines, risks, and potential roadblocks for new commercialization projects
Coordinate and manage the commercialization process from project initiation through first shipment in partnership with customers
Develop a strong understanding of internal department roles, manufacturing processes, packaging formats, and core beverage concepts
Work closely with manufacturing facilities and supply chain partners to drive efficiency and successful execution
Monitor and manage the pipeline of new commercialization projects, ensuring milestones are met and next steps are completed on time
Facilitate communication between manufacturing facilities and internal stakeholders including R&D, sales, finance, and technical services
Manage and review New Product Process (NPP) and commercialization checklists
Partner with Key Account Managers (KAMs) to ensure accurate and timely information flow to customers
Organize and lead project meetings to keep teams aligned and projects on track
Travel to manufacturing facilities as needed to support and oversee commercial production runs
Develop and document procedures and policies to bring structure and clarity to the commercialization process