Product Development Coordinator at Workhorse Shared Services – Fort Mill, South Carolina

Overview: Collaborate with the product development team to facilitate seamless execution of product development initiatives, including but not limited to market analysis, sampling coordination, and adherence to production sampling schedules. Additionally, provide essential day-to-day support to ensure the efficiency and cohesion of the team’s operation.

Key Responsibilities:
Manage the inspection and tracking of inbound and outbound sample shipments ensuring timely approval from cross functional teams.
Collaborate in the development of prototypes (product and packaging) and factory samples.
Aid in the production of customer presentation and collateral, while coordinating with the creative department for marketing materials including brochures, product introductions and online requirements for our customers.
Create and maintain a comprehensive line list and all pertinent details for product lines and customer specific initiatives.
Curate and manage a repository of competitive samples.
Oversee the maintenance of samples and products, while conducting market research and in-store assessments.
Overseeing daily administrative operations to optimize organizational efficiency.
Other projects and duties as assigned.

Education/Experience
Minimum Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in: Marketing, Business, Supply Chain or Merchandising or equivalent level of on-the-job experience
Preferable, prior work experience in Product Development, Product Management or Production
Exceptional organizational skills, and detailed oriented
Thrives in a fast-paced environment and can multi-task.
Experience in overseas production and manufacturing is beneficial.
Product knowledge in the following categories is helpful:
a. Gift Packaging
b. Party Tableware
Must be proficient in all key MS applications (Word/Excel/PowerPoint).

Professional Attributes:
Adaptability – Able to pivot due to constant change in direction based on customer needs and expectations.
Interpersonal Skills – Maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; keep emotions under control; remains open to others’ ideas and tries new concepts.
Communication – Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; communicates changes and progress; participates in meetings.
Written Communication – Writes clearly and informatively; presents numerical data effectively.
Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; supports everyone’s effort to succeed.
Planning/Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; develops realistic action plans. Demonstrates a sense of urgency.
Dependability – Takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; complete tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Physical Requirements:
Prolonged sitting
Heavy computer work
Some lifting
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and color vision.