TEMPORARY Launch Program Coordinator

Department: Innovation/R&D

Location: World Headquarters

Compensation: $32.00 - $39.00 / hour

Description

This is a temporary position lasting 6-9 months on a contract basis and will not be considered an employee of Bob's Red Mill for the duration of the contract.

Department: Innovation

Location: Hybrid, Milwaukie, OR

Shift: Monday - Friday; Part-Time, up to 32-Hours per week

Wage: $32.00 - $39.00/Hr. based on experience

Company Overview: At Bob’s Red Mill, we inspire joy with wholesome foods. Since 1978, we have been leading the natural foods industry by providing our customers with good food that makes them feel great. Wholesome means ensuring our food is of the highest quality, empowering and supporting our diverse group of employee owners, respecting our planet, and bettering our communities. We believe that joy is for everyone.

Position Overview: The Launch Program Coordinator role will provide administrative and coordinated support for new product launches within the Innovation team. This role focuses on organizing information, maintaining project documentation and timelines, and supporting cross-functional workflows under the direction of the Associate Launch Program Manager. This role plays a critical part in keeping launch execution organized, visible, and on track.

Key Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions:

Project & Process Support

• Maintain project trackers, timelines, and action/risk logs in Smartsheet
• Update launch documentation based on inputs from cross-functional partners
• Ensure project files, briefs, and meeting materials are current and well-organized
• Track deliverables and follow-up on open action items as directed
  
  

Meeting & Communication Support

• Schedule meetings and coordinate calendars for launch-related discussions
• Prepare agendas, take meeting notes, and distribute recaps
• Serve as a point of contact for basic project status questions
  
  

Executional Assistance

• Support the Associate Launch Program Manager with day-to-day administrative tasks
• Assist with post-launch documentation and project closeout activities
• Manage item setup for all NPD projects
• Flag missing information, delays, or inconsistencies for escalation
  
  

Miscellaneous

• Complies with all company policies and procedures and operates all equipment in a safe and food-safe manner.
• Complies with Bob’s Red Mill food safety policies and procedures including adherence to FDA regulations, Safe Quality Food (SQF) Standards, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Responsible for reporting food safety and quality concerns to Supervisors and/or Department Manager.
• Performs other duties and tasks as assigned.
  
  

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.
• This position reports to the Senior Innovation Marketing Manager.
  
  

Skills, Knowledge And Expertise

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to effectively lead and manage multiple projects while meeting critical deadlines
• Strong project management skills and problem-solving skills
• Ability to stay organized and meet deadlines
• Skilled in organization and planning with exceptional attention to detail.
• Skilled in collaborating and communicating within cross-functional teams
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and under pressure
• Ability to follow instructions accurately, ask for help when needed, and adapt to realignment of priorities
• Ability to work effectively with a team using direct communication, respect, creativity, and emotional intelligence
• Ability to adapt to changes, problems, and shifting priorities
• Ability to read, understand, and communicate information effectively in English with professional proficiency
• Familiarity with Stage Gate project management processes
• Skilled in using creative project management software, such as Smartsheet
• Demonstrates Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, and Determination.
• Ability to work in an environment where exposure to potential food allergens is or may be present.
  
  

Education and Experience:

• 1 years of project management experience; AND
• 1 years of CPG experience; AND
• A bachelor's degree in business communications, or a related field; OR
• Any combination of education and additional years of experience that provides the necessary skills, knowledge, and ability to perform assigned tasks.
  
  

Physical Demands:

• Position requires the ability to sit for up to approximately two hours at a time
• May be required to occasionally lift items weighing up to 25 pounds
  
  

Work Environment:

• The primary work environment for this position is within an office setting. There are no adverse conditions associated with this position
• Limited business travel required, less than 10% dependent on project needs
• Employees will be exposed to common food allergens.
  
  

Benefits

We believe taking care of our community starts with giving our employee owners the resources to take care of their physical, mental, financial, and future well-being by offering a leading benefits package.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401k
• Profit Sharing Program
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Paid Holidays & Vacation
• Employee Assistance Program – counseling, legal issue support, financial guidance, and more.
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Childcare Discounts
• And MORE!
  
  

Purpose: To inspire joy with wholesome foods.

Values: Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, Determination

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace diverse perspectives and value unique human experiences. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that celebrates the diversity of the communities where we live and do business. Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.