R&D Project Coordinator - Supreme Talent

Our client, a large consumer electronics distributor, is seeking a dynamic R&D Project Coordinator with expertise in coordinating complex, multi-disciplinary projects, including software, hardware, and web development.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for coordinating R&D projects from app development to website enhancements, ensuring smooth communication between cross-functional teams, both locally and overseas, and delivering results on time and within scope.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate all R&D projects, including apps, hardware, websites, and internal portal development, ensuring smooth team collaboration.
• Manage project tasks using tools like Jira, Asana, or Monday.com, keeping the team aligned on deliverables and timelines.
• Develop, track, and maintain detailed project schedules, ensuring adherence to deadlines and proactively identifying potential delays.
• Facilitate communication across departments such as UX, development, manufacturing, and quality assurance to ensure seamless execution.
• Address and resolve roadblocks, escalating issues to the Director of R&D as necessary.
• Report regularly on project status, risks, and milestones to key stakeholders.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including timelines, requirements, and post-launch reviews.
• Coordinate resources across multiple projects to optimize efficiency and ensure on-time delivery.
• Continuously assess and improve project management processes to enhance productivity and workflow efficiency.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in project coordination or management, preferably within R&D, app, hardware, or web development.
• Proficiency with project management tools such as Jira, Asana, or Microsoft Project, ensuring streamlined task management.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills, with a proven track record of managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, enabling effective collaboration with both in-house and overseas teams.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate and resolve project roadblocks and conflicts efficiently.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and sprint planning is a plus, ensuring optimal project execution.
• Previous experience coordinating across software, hardware, and web development teams, understanding the unique needs of each.
• Knowledge of both hardware and software development cycles, offering a well-rounded approach to project coordination.

Location: Edison, NJ
Salary: $100K