Project Coordinator
About The Position
The Project Coordinator role is an entry-level position designed to build foundational project management skills within the Project Management team. This role supports project execution by organizing information, tracking timelines, and assisting cross-functional communication while learning core processes such as procurement, supply chain coordination, and operational change management. The coordinator operates under the guidance of Project Specialists and Managers, gaining hands-on exposure to manufacturing processes and the complexities of the food industry supply chain. Success in this role is defined by strong organization, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to learning and supporting project needs.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree (in science, technology, engineering, business, or related field).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
- Highly organized, detail oriented and problem-solver who can think on their feet.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Basic analytical skills (data entry, tracking, reporting)
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Smartsheet, SpecRight, or other data platforms.
Responsibilities
- Support project execution across commercialization initiatives, assisting with timelines, milestones, and deliverables to ensure projects remain on track.
- Maintain and track project plans, updating timelines, tasks, and key milestones within project management tools to provide visibility into project status.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring clear communication, sharing updates, and helping identify potential risks or bottlenecks for escalation.
- Communicate progress and key milestones to stakeholders, ensuring accurate and timely updates across internal and external partners.
- Gather, organize, and maintain project data, ensuring accuracy and completeness within systems such as Smartsheet, SpecRight, or other data platforms.
- Support alignment of project activities with business priorities, gaining exposure to resource planning and cross-functional coordination.
- Identify and escalate risks, delays, or data gaps, supporting problem resolution by bringing issues to the appropriate team members.
- Learn and apply project management processes and tools, building foundational knowledge of commercialization, supply chain, and operational workflows.
- Contribute to continuous improvement efforts, supporting team initiatives to improve processes, tools, and efficiency.
- Remain flexible and adaptable, supporting multiple projects and evolving team priorities as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
