Research & Development Coordinator

Costa Farms•Miami, FL

About The Position

The R&D Coordinator at Costa Farms is a highly organized and detail-oriented professional passionate about supporting research and development operations, coordinating trial material, and maintaining strong communication with vendors and internal teams. As part of the Research & Development Team, they will be responsible for executing initiatives that support efficient trial management, accurate system data, and strong communication and coordination between internal and external teams such as breeders and vendors. By promoting clear communication, timely follow-up, and organized tracking of R&D activities, the R&D Coordinator contributes to streamlining research operations, supporting successful trial execution, and ensuring effective collaboration across operations, production planning, and procurement teams.

Requirements

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in Spanish and English.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with a strong emphasis in Excel
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex data to diverse audiences.
Superior organizational, self-motivation and problem-solving skills
Ability to effectively operate both independently and as part of a team
Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work schedules as needed.

Responsibilities

Create and manage new trials within the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system for the Asheville, Trenton, and Miami locations.
Generate weekly Sowing, Sticking, and Potting reports along with the required tags associated.
Maintain accurate trial records by promptly updating substitutions, backorders, and other changes in the system.
Generate and manage purchase orders for breeders, vendors, and suppliers, ensuring timely follow-up and accurate documentation.
Partner with Accounts Payable to onboard new vendors and ensure proper vendor setup within company systems.
Act as a liaison between R&D, operations, production planning, and hard goods departments to support smooth trial execution and communication.
Provide regular updates to the R&D Director on trial progress, key milestones, and any challenges requiring attention.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of garden and greenhouse areas.
Availability for flexible schedule changes based on business needs (including but not limited to seasonal demand and additional hours outside of the regular work schedule, such as weekends, nights, and holidays).
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather information or help as required.
Perform additional duties as required.

Benefits

Company 401(k) with employer matching contributions
Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, and Dependent Care
Telehealth - Medical and Mental Health Care
Medical Insurance
GAP Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Pet Insurance
Supplemental Insurance (AFLAC)
Legal/ID Theft Protection plans
Professional development opportunities
Challenging and exciting work environment
Costa Farms Scholarship
Employee discounts on plants
On-site gym with showers
A subsidized on-site cafeteria, a designated quiet room, and indoor recreational activities are provided.