Product Development Coordinator

Gellert Global Group is a food importing company seeking a Product Development Coordinator to support the development and launch of new products. The role coordinates cross-functional activities, maintains project timelines and documentation, supports commercialization and market analysis, and collaborates with suppliers, customers, Sales, and Marketing teams.

What you'll do:

• Assist in coordinating new product development projects from ideation through launch
• Support cross-functional teams with formulation, food safety, packaging, pricing, and product positioning activities
• Research consumer trends, market insights, and competitive products to identify potential innovation opportunities
• Maintain product development documentation, specifications, and project records
• Support the execution of new product commercialization initiatives by coordinating activities across departments and reporting to project leads
• Track project timelines and key milestones to help ensure successful product launches
• Facilitate communication between internal teams and external partners throughout the development process
• Assist with gathering and organizing information needed for launch readiness
• Partner with Sales and Marketing teams to support new product introductions and category growth initiatives
• Assist in evaluating market opportunities and compiling competitive analyses
• Help prepare product information and recommendations for internal and customer-facing presentations
• Support relationships with suppliers throughout the product development process

What they're looking for:

• 1–3 years of experience in product development, project coordination, marketing, food service, or related field
• Strong organizational and project coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving and follow-through abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
• Interest in food trends, product innovation, and consumer insights
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time
• Candidates should be comfortable with this upcoming change in location
• Bachelor's degree in business, Marketing, Food Science, or related field preferred

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Company-paid life, accident, short and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Annual bonus opportunity
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting upon enrollment
• Robust employee referral program
• Access to virtual learning and classroom-based development programs
• Education assistance to help you advance your career
• Generous paid time off
• Parental leave