What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Development Coordinator – Pet Products position at Millennium Pet Group?
Job Overview
We are hiring a highly organized Product Development Coordinator to support new pet product development from first concept through final production. You'll keep projects moving, track details, and coordinate across internal teams and factory partners.
Responsibilities
· Assist with managing new product development from concept through production.
· Organize and maintain project files, specifications, samples, and development documentation.
· Track sample requests, revisions, approvals, and project timelines.
· Follow up with factory partners regarding sample status, artwork, packaging, and production milestones.
· Coordinate with the internal design team on product artwork and packaging needs.
· Gather and organize reference materials, competitive products, and development assets.
· Maintain project schedules, identify potential delays, and escalate issues when necessary.
· Provide regular project status updates to management and seek guidance as needed.
· Help prepare presentations, product summaries, and customer-facing materials.
Qualifications
· 2–5 years of experience in product development, sourcing, project coordination, or a related field.
· Exceptional organizational and project management skills.
· Strong written and verbal communication skills.
· Comfortable working with overseas factories and cross-functional teams.
· Highly detail-oriented with excellent follow-through.
Required Software
· Microsoft Excel
· Microsoft PowerPoint
· Microsoft Outlook
· Adobe Acrobat
Preferred Skills
· Experience with Adobe Illustrator, project management software (Asana, Trello, Airtable), or PLM/ERP systems is a plus.
Ideal Candidate
Someone who enjoys turning creative ideas into organized, well-managed products and keeping multiple development projects moving efficiently from concept to completion.
Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Salary : $50,000 - $60,000