Product Development Coordinator
About The Position
The Product Development Coordinator plays a key role in driving product development projects from concept through launch. This position is responsible for managing seasonal product collections, coordinating with internal teams and overseas vendors, and ensuring project milestones, product data, samples, and deliverables are completed accurately and on schedule. The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and takes ownership of projects to ensure deadlines are met in a fast-paced environment. This individual embraces and supports our in-person/on-site work culture and embodies our company values of Ownership, Collaboration and Respect.
Requirements
- Minimum of an Associate's degree or equivalent combination of education and related work experience.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and drive assignments from concept through completion.
- Strong project coordination and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize competing deadlines.
- High attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and quality.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and with overseas vendors.
- Self-motivated and proactive with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
- Critical thinking skills with the ability to identify issues, propose solutions, and adapt to changing priorities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while meeting multiple deadlines and target launch dates.
Nice To Haves
- Experience maintaining and analyzing product data, technical information, or project documentation preferred.
Responsibilities
- Own and manage assigned seasonal product collections from concept through launch, ensuring all milestones and target launch dates are achieved.
- Develop, maintain, and drive project timelines while coordinating with internal stakeholders and overseas vendors to keep projects on track.
- Manage product development samples through ongoing communication and follow-up with overseas vendors.
- Proactively identify project risks, delays, or obstacles and work with stakeholders to implement solutions.
- Input and update data into the ERP and/or Excel spreadsheets housing critical product information with accuracy and in a timely manner.
- Maintain the product database on a regular basis.
- Generate detailed and accurate product data reports for product development team reference.
- Prepare, compile, and file product information in an organized manner.
- Review and identify product data discrepancies (including research and verification) for final resolution with manager.
- Develop and maintain current knowledge of assigned product collections.
- Lead cross-functional problem-solving efforts, ensuring timely identification, root-cause analysis, and resolution of product development challenges.
- Provide excellent customer service to internal departments inquiring about product information.
- Plan for and complete all product layouts and data sheets to support onsite marketing photoshoots.
- Perform additional administrative support duties and special projects as assigned.
Benefits
- Play a pivotal role in our company’s transformation and growth
- Align with a growing company that operates in the luxury market
- Provide training and career development opportunities
- Enjoy a high-paced and collaborative work environment
- Eligible for up to a 6% employer 401(k) contribution following six months of employment
- Take advantage of paid time off away from work, including scheduled company holidays
- Participate in competitive benefits and incentivizing programs
- Team building company sponsored events
- Employee discount and bi-annual sample sale
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
