Associate Project Manager, International Product Development - Pittsburgh - GNC

Description

About GNC

Since 1935, GNC has been a global leader in health and wellness innovation, inspiring people to achieve their goals with a trusted and dynamic range of products. As #TeamGNC, we prioritize our consumers, constantly collaborating and developing new ideas to deliver cutting-edge solutions. Our team is passionate about driving change and turning aspirations into actions. We believe that good health is the greatest gift, and there's nothing more rewarding than helping others achieve it. Join us in empowering others to Live Well

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What We're Looking For:

At GNC we embrace a "Live Well" philosophy, fostering a dynamic environment where innovation meets passion. Whether someone is an athlete or just starting to focus on their health, we want to deliver the cutting-edge products they deserve. We are looking for an individual who is excited and eager to play a pivotal role in driving excellence in the health and wellness industry. This position offers the opportunity to engage in a collaborative environment where you will make a personal impact every day.

The Associate Project Manager is responsible for managing all aspects of GNC Product Development projects, including formulation review, flavor testing and approval, packaging specifications, label and artwork review, quality control documentation review, streamlining and optimizing product development processes, and ensuring timely completion of projects and tasks. They support pre-development processes for raw materials and new product concepts, assist with coordination and logistics for the transportation of finished goods, and facilitate effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.

What You'll Do:

This is a Full-Time Salary Position

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage all aspects of Product Development projects, including formulation review, flavor testing and approval, packaging specifications, label and artwork review, quality control documentation review, and identifying opportunities for process improvements.
• Support pre-development processes for raw materials and new product concepts, conducting market research, competitor analysis, and feasibility studies.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, ensuring tasks are assigned, deadlines are met, and project milestones are achieved.
• Build, maintain, and update project plans; proactively identify risks, dependencies, and potential delays.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Merchandising, Marketing, Regulatory, Quality Control, Packaging, Legal, and Supply Chain, to ensure smooth project execution and timely resolution of issues.
• Coordinate project meetings, provide regular status updates, and communicate progress to internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist with vendor and supplier evaluation and selection, continuously updating and maintaining the vendor database to ensure accurate and up-to-date information.
• Assist with budget management and financial tracking for assigned projects.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, regulatory requirements, and best practices in product development and project management.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This job has no supervisory responsibilities

PHYSICAL ASPECTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Hybrid work environment, 2-3 days in-person attendance (Pittsburgh, PA) in addition to ability to work remotely.
• Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands or fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear
• Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.
• Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include long periods of computer screen usage, close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• The noise level in the work environment is usually low/moderate

*To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Nice to Have (Preferred Qualifications)

• Experience with Specright for product or packaging specifications.
• Experience with PageProof or similar artwork proofing and approval platforms.
• Experience coordinating or conducting sensory or taste testing.
• Familiarity with Redjade or other sensory data collection and analysis platforms.
• Exposure to international product development or working with overseas manufacturers.
• Familiarity with dietary supplements, food, beverage, or other regulated consumer goods.
• Basic understanding of cost modeling, margin analysis, or vendor negotiations.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Project Management, Supply Chain, Food Science, Nutrition, Engineering, or a related field.; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Preferred: 3–5 years of experience in project management or product development for private label consumer packaged goods.
• Proficiency in utilizing MS Office Suite, Outlook, and Internet applications. Salesforce platform applications.
• Strong analytical, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with colleagues, peers, and internal/external clients.
• Self-motivated individual with meticulous attention to detail, deadlines, and reporting.
• Flexibility and adaptability to work both independently and as part of a fast-paced, deadline-oriented team.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate with peers, senior management, and external stakeholders.
• Ability to join calls and virtual meetings with international partners outside of normal business hours. xhmxlyz
• Ability and willingness to work overtime as required to ensure project success and meet deadlines.