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Technical & NPD Project Coordinator
Technical & NPD Project Coordinator – XOXO SODA
About the Company
XOXO SODA is a modern beverage brand built around the idea of "self-love in a can", offering a fresh take on soda designed to uplift and excite. We create innovative, great-tasting products that reflect contemporary lifestyles and values. Our brand thrives on creativity, authenticity, and strong brand identity, from concept to customer experience. We want team members who bring fresh ideas and passion to challenge the traditional soft-drink market.
Role Overview
A full-time hybrid position based in the Manchester area (UK), with flexibility for some remote work. The Technical & NPD Project Coordinator ensures technical and new product development projects run smoothly from concept to launch, maintaining timelines, quality standards, and specifications.
Collaborating across marketing, operations, quality, and external partners, this role bridges innovation and execution—transforming ideas into market-ready products.
Key Responsibilities
Project Coordination & Management
- Track and manage technical and NPD project plans, timelines, and deliverables using digital tools (e.g., spreadsheets, project management software).
- Organise and maintain documentation (technical specs, compliance records, testing data).
- Liaise with suppliers, manufacturers, and internal stakeholders to align on goals and execution.
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Technical & NPD Support
- Assist in formulation and packaging development, including technical testing and data collection.
- Conduct compliance checks to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Prepare reports and presentation materials for project reviews and exemplary spec sheets.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with marketing teams to ensure product messaging aligns with development milestones.
- Support operations and quality teams in managing risks, roadmaps, and KPIs.
- Facilitate collaboration to drive aligned decision-making and project success.
Qualifications & Experience
Essential
- Strong analytical skills for interpreting technical data, metrics, and product development performance.
- Excellent communication skills to clarify objectives across suppliers, internal teams, and stakeholders.
- Proven program/project management skills in coordinating multi-stage, cross-departmental initiatives.
- Ability to lead teams, foster alignment, and facilitate effective problem-solving.
- Undergraduate degree in science, engineering, business, or a related field – or equivalent practical experience in technical/product development.
- Demonstrated experience in FMCG, beverage, or food industry (NPD, product management, formulation preferred).
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Technical & Soft Skills
- Highly organised with a keen attention to detail, capable of handling multiple projects simultaneously.
- At ease with digital project tools (Microsoft Suite, specialized NPD/MRP software, data analytics).
Ideal Culture Fit
We’re looking for someone who:
- Thinks creatively while remaining practical—challenging the status quo but delivering results.
- Is passionate about innovation in beverage products.
- Thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
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