Absolute Pets is a leading provider of high-quality pet products, committed to offering a diverse range of supplies to enhance the well-being of pets and strengthen the bond between pets and their owners. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Product Coordinator.
Job Summary
We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Product Coordinator to support the development, management and sourcing of products and projects across our retail business.
The role plays a key part in ensuring our product development and launch processes run smoothly. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing timelines, tracking progress, and coordinating between different teams to achieve product goals. They will also help with research, documentation, and cross departmental communication.
Key Responsibilities
Project Management
- Run weekly project meeting
- Planning, tracking, and executing product-related tasks and projects.
- Monitoring and maintaining product development and launch schedules
- Clearly communicating project status, issues, and updates to stakeholders.
Product
- Liaise with suppliers to obtain product information, pricing, and delivery timelines.
- Prepare product briefs
- Managing product registrations and renewals with suppliers, nutritionists and consultants
- Coordinate sample management, including requesting, receiving, and organizing product samples.
- Support the Buyer with market research and competitor analysis.
Imports
- Import payment requests and tracking
- Track import orders, including obtaining shipping quotes, monitoring delivery schedules, and ensuring timely receipt of goods.
- Address and resolve any delivery or quality issues with suppliers.
- Ensuring that import permits are applied for and that freight forwarders receive the original import permit and health certificate
General
- ​Perform essential administrative tasks, including document management and report preparation, to support the smooth functioning of the team.
- Communicate with internal departments including logistics, marketing, stores, and finance to ensure smooth product flow.
- Manage ad-hoc queries and perform other administrative duties as they arise
Skills and Qualifications
- Previous experience in a purchasing, administrative, or retail environment
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Team player with a proactive attitude.