New Project Coordinator
Location: LiversedgeReports To: Supply Chain Manager
Role Overview
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented New Project Coordinator to support the management of new and existing products. This role will work closely with Sales, New Product Development (NPD), and cross-functional teams to ensure accurate product data management, efficient operations, and seamless communication with suppliers and customers.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with Sales and project teams to support improvements across existing product ranges, while contributing to product initiatives as needed.
- Use Microsoft Dynamics to create and maintain product Bills of Materials (BOMs).
- Prepare, update, and manage product specification documentation in line with business requirements.
- Coordinate the creation and circulation of new product packs across all internal departments.
- Identify and recommend suitable packaging solutions for new products, liaising with both Sales teams and customers to ensure successful implementation.
- Manage the artwork lifecycle from initial concept through to final print approval.
- Prepare accurate costings and quotations for both new and existing products.
- Work with new and existing suppliers to obtain quotations, technical specifications, and packaging information.
- Oversee and manage changes to raw materials and packaging within current product lines.
- Provide operational support during peak periods or staff absences, including processing sales orders, preparing despatch documentation, and arranging transport/hauliers.
Skills & Experience Required
- Proven experience in product development, supply chain, or operations coordination (preferably within food manufacturing, FMCG, or packaging industries).
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics (or equivalent ERP system).
- Excellent attention to detail with strong organisational and documentation skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to liaise confidently with internal teams, suppliers, and customers.
- Experience in costing, quotations, and supplier management is highly desirable.
- Competency in artwork/packaging management would be advantageous.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary
- Opportunity to work within a collaborative and growing team.
- Career development and training opportunities.
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