Product Launch Project Coordinator Food and Beverage at German American Chambers of Commerce

Location: Greater Chicago Area IL (Hybrid) About the Client CompanyOur client is a European consumer goods manufacturer with a strong international presence and an established U.S. subsidiary in the Greater Chicago Area. The U.S. team manages operations across Sales Marketing Finance Account Management Customer Service and Logisticscombining the agility of a small entrepreneurial organization with the resources and expertise of a global group. As the company prepares to introduce two new consumer brands into major U.S. retail channels it is seeking a Project Coordinator to play a key role in driving these launches and supporting ongoing customer-specific initiatives.About the RoleThe Project Coordinator will coordinate and track activities related to new product launches and customer-specific projects. This individual will serve as the central link between international and U.S. teams ensuring that timelines deliverables and communication remain aligned across functions including Sales Marketing Product Development Finance and Logistics.This position reports directly to senior leadership in the U.S. and offers visibility across multiple business functions within a growing international organization.Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesProject CoordinationCoordinate and track product launch projects across multiple time zones business units and functionsDevelop project timelines key milestones and deliverables in collaboration with Sales and Marketing leadershipMonitor progress anticipate risks and drive proactive problem-solving to keep launches on scheduleCross-Functional AlignmentAct as the primary liaison between international teams (Product Development Supply Chain Packaging R&D) and U.S. counterparts (Sales Marketing Finance Logistics)Provide regular status updates and reports to management and key stakeholdersFacilitate effective communication between departments to ensure smooth coordination and prevent bottlenecksTimeline & Budget ManagementMaintain detailed project dashboards and tracking toolsMonitor budgets and expenditures identify variances and support disciplined financial managementWhat Our Client is Looking ForBachelors degree in Business Administration or a related fieldProven experience in project coordination or management ideally within consumer goods CPG or product launch environmentsStrong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to communicate effectively at a high levelHands-on analytical pragmatic and results-orientedReliable team player who thrives in a fast-paced international settingWhat to ExpectCompetitive salary between $60000 $80000 depending on experienceComprehensive health insurance 401(k) and generous PTOFlexible hybrid work modelThis is an exciting opportunity to join a growing international company entering a new phase of expansion in the U.S. market. The role offers variety cross-cultural collaboration and the chance to directly contribute to high-visibility product launches within a small dynamic team.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Culinary Experience,Restaurant Experience,Food Service,Hotel Experience,Taleo,Hospitality Experience,Bartending,Guest Relations Experience,Management Experience,POS,Supervising Experience,Micros POS Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Yearly Salary Salary: 60 - 80