New Product Development Coordinator at Jimmy's Gourmet Bakery

Clifton, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Jul, 26

Salary

36.06

Posted On

11 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project coordination, Administrative support, Data entry, BOM management, Time management, Communication, Microsoft Excel, ERP systems, Attention to detail, Cross-functional collaboration, Product development support, Sample tracking, Trial scheduling, Documentation management

Industry

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Description

Description We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented New Product Development Coordinator to support the execution of new product launches and product changes within our food manufacturing environment. This role will provide administrative and project coordination support for new cookie and bread product development, packaging updates, bills of materials (BOMs), and labeling processes. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, can manage multiple priorities, and has experience supporting cross-functional teams in food manufacturing or consumer packaged goods. Maintain project trackers, timelines, and task lists for new product development initiatives Update project status based on team input Follow up with internal teams on outstanding tasks and deadlines Escalate overdue items to management as needed Coordinate product development activities including sample tracking and trial scheduling Enter and update BOM information in internal systems Verify BOM data accuracy Track packaging change requests and artwork status Maintain organized files for product specifications, approvals, and project records Ensure documentation is complete and properly stored Perform data entry and updates in ERP systems/project tracking tools Requirements Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent relevant experience 3–5 years of experience in an administrative, coordinator, or support role Experience in food manufacturing or consumer packaged goods (CPG) preferred Strong organizational and time management skills Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously Strong communication and follow-up skills Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data entry systems Work Environment Office and food manufacturing facility environment Frequent interaction with cross-functional teams Products manufactured may contain peanuts, milk, and tree nuts Our Commitment to You At Jimmy's Gourmet Bakery, we believe our team's success starts with feeling valued and supported. That's why we offer: Competitive pay and performance bonuses 401(k) with company match Health, dental, and vision insurance Company-paid life insurance and EAP support Generous PTO and career growth opportunities Join a team that values your contributions and well-being.

Responsibilities

The coordinator will manage project timelines, task lists, and documentation for new product development and packaging updates. They are responsible for maintaining accurate BOM data in ERP systems and coordinating product trials and samples.