Overview The Project Coordinator supports the New Product Development department in bringing new products from concept to launch across our wholesale restaurant supply portfolio. This is a cross-functional role at the center of Product Development, Quality, and Sales — responsible for maintaining accurate product data, keeping projects on schedule, preparing internal and customer-facing presentations, and assisting with the sourcing of existing product lines and suppliers. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable coordinating multiple stakeholders and timelines at once. Duties Product Data Management Create, maintain, and audit product records in the company's ERP/product information system, including specifications, pricing, packaging, dimensions, and compliance details. Ensure data accuracy and consistency across all systems and catalogs, resolving discrepancies as they arise. Gather and organize technical documentation, spec sheets, certifications, and imagery from suppliers. Maintain product setup workflows so new items are launch-ready across sales, purchasing, and fulfillment systems. Project Coordination Serve as the coordination point between New Product Development and Quality, keeping all parties aligned on timelines, deliverables, and priorities. Track new product projects from concept through launch, monitoring milestones and flagging risks or delays. Schedule and facilitate cross-departmental meetings, capture action items, and follow up to ensure completion. Maintain project documentation, status reports, and launch checklists. Presentations & Reporting Prepare clear, professional presentations for internal reviews, sales enablement, and customer/vendor meetings. Compile product information, market data, and project updates into decks, one-pagers, and line reviews. Support the New Product Development Manager with reporting on project pipelines, launch performance, and department metrics. Sourcing & Resourcing Assist in identifying and researching potential products, suppliers, and vendors. Request and organize samples, quotes, and product information to support sourcing decisions. Support supplier communication and help track sourcing progress against project needs. Contribute to competitive research and market analysis to inform product selection. Skills Required Associate's or Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, marketing, or a related field — or equivalent work experience. 2+ years of experience in a coordination, product, purchasing, category management, or project support role, ideally in distribution, wholesale, or a product-driven business. Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data management) and PowerPoint (presentations). Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously. Strong written and verbal communication skills. High attention to detail and comfort working with large volumes of product data. Preferred Experience in the foodservice, restaurant supply, or related distribution industry. Familiarity with ERP systems and Product Information Management (PIM) tools. Experience coordinating across purchasing, sales, and product teams. Understanding of product lifecycle and new product launch processes.

Pay:

From $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person