Product Development Coordinator

Aquent is seeking a talented and driven individual to join our client, a leading company renowned for its innovative consumer products, as a vital contributor to their product development team. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact by coordinating the development of cutting-edge prototype products, directly influencing the creation of beloved items that reach a wide audience. Your expertise will be instrumental in bringing new concepts to life, ensuring seamless execution from initial design to market readiness, and playing a key role in shaping future product lines.

About Our Client

Our client is a prominent name in the consumer goods industry, celebrated for their commitment to quality and innovation. They are dedicated to creating exceptional products that delight customers and set trends in the market. Joining their team means contributing to a dynamic environment where creativity and meticulous execution drive success.

About the Role

Are you a highly organized and proactive individual with a passion for product development? We are looking for an enthusiastic coordinator to be at the heart of bringing exciting new prototype products to fruition. In this pivotal role, you will serve as the central point of contact, orchestrating the development process from concept to prototype. You'll work closely with diverse teams and external partners, ensuring that every detail is meticulously managed and that projects stay on track. Your ability to communicate effectively and manage complex workflows will directly contribute to the timely launch of innovative products, making a tangible difference in the market.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the end-to-end development of prototype products, ensuring all stages are executed efficiently.
• Monitor the overall development process for assigned product lines, identifying and addressing potential roadblocks.
• Act as the primary liaison for development details with external vendor partners, fostering strong collaborative relationships.
• Create and maintain seasonal composite sheets and classification charts, ensuring accuracy and relevance.
• Coordinate the workflow of weekly updates to ensure composite sheets serve as an effective and timely communication tool across internal teams including production, technical, and merchandising.
• Track product development timelines to ensure execution aligns with established schedules and deadlines.
• Communicate intricate design development details clearly and concisely to all relevant stakeholders.

What You'll Bring

Must-Have Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Design or equivalent practical experience.
• 3-5 years of product design and/or development experience.
• Proficiency in SAP, Canva, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated agility and adaptability, with the ability to manage varying duties week to week.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Internship experience in a fragrance-related environment.
• Prior experience working with fragrance products.

The target hiring compensation range for this role is $21.86 to $24.29. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location.

**About Skill:**

Skill connects the best professional, IT, engineering, financial and administrative talent with the world's biggest brands. Our eligible talent get access to benefits such as health benefit contributions, retirement plans with match and flexible spending accounts.

Skill is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.

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