Product Development Coordinator
As a Product Development Coordinator, you will be responsible for assisting the Product Development Specialist in creating an optimal wood product mix for our target markets. This role supports all aspects of our wood product development process, including research, data analysis, quality assurance, project management, document creation, and other administrative tasks. You will also collaborate with sales and marketing teams to help identify new opportunities and plan product launches.
Reports to the Product Development Specialist
Responsibilities
- Assist in the development of new wood products from concept to completion
- Conduct in-depth market research to determine needs of target customers and identify potential improvement or new product opportunities
- Create and maintain product related document such as technical specifications and inspection reports for assigned product categories
- Coordinate quality assurance activities and assist with development of inspection procedures and quality standards
- Assist in the creation of product marketing material by providing the necessary information
- Perform internal data analysis to identify rationalization opportunities and optimize product mix
- Communicate and collaborate with all functions to socialize and educate team on product features, benefits, and specifications
- Support the development of prototypes and samples and maintain the company’s sample archive
- Assist in the production of packaging, product labels, sales tools, and marketing collateral for all assigned product categories
- Enforce packaging guidelines and procedures to ensure labeling standards are met
- Act as liaison between sales and product teams to respond to any product related inquiries including any QC issues that arise
Qualifications & Competencies
- Self-motivated and driven to perform with ability to maintain high standards under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Intermediate analytical, Microsoft Office and computer skills; particularly MS Excel skills including knowledge of pivot tables, sorting functions, formulas, etc.; VBA or Power BI a plus
- Professional communication skills with the ability to resolve issues between internal and external stakeholders
- Demonstrated organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and complete tasks with a high degree of accuracy and strong attention to detail
Work Environment
This is a full-time position located in an open office environment at our Head Office in Vancouver, BC.
Additional responsibilities
The above are intended to describe the general requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. The omission of specific statement of duties does not exclude them from the position.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary + bonus based on meeting performance objectives
- 3 weeks paid vacation + 5 personal days
- Comprehensive health benefits program including medical, dental, life and disability insurance
- Flexible/Hybrid work arrangement
- Flat organizational structure with supportive and collaborative culture
- Continuous growth through ongoing learning and challenges