Private Label Project Coordinator

Job title: Private Label Project Coordinator in Concord, CA at
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Job description: If you're a Vet looking to work with our VIP Pet Care partners, you can find their open jobsPrivate Label Project CoordinatorConcord, CAFull TimeMerchandisingEntry LevelWe are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Private Label Project Coordinator to support the development and execution of our exclusive brand initiatives. This entry-level role is ideal for someone with a passion for product development, project management, and cross-functional collaboration. You’ll work closely with merchandising, design, sourcing, and marketing teams to bring innovative products to market while ensuring timelines, budgets, and brand standards are met. This is an exciting opportunity to kickstart your career in private brands and gain hands-on experience in product development and brand strategy. You’ll work with a dynamic team, contribute to meaningful projects, and grow in a fast-paced retail environmentPlease Note: This position is a hybrid role, involving on-site work each week at our corporate headquarters in Concord, CA. Candidates who are fully remote or outside of reasonable commuting distance will not be considered.Responsibilities:

• Project Management & Execution

• Assist in coordinating private brand product launches from concept to delivery.
• Track project timelines, ensuring key milestones are met across multiple product categories.
• Communicate with internal teams and external vendors to keep projects on schedule.
• Identify and resolve potential roadblocks in the development process.
• Product Development & Merchandising Support

• Collaborate with design and sourcing teams to ensure product assortments align with brand objectives.
• Support sample tracking, product testing, and packaging development.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to support brand positioning.
• Create and edit product and packaging mock-ups using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with marketing to ensure brand messaging aligns with overall strategy.
• Support presentations and reporting for internal teams, including sales performance updates.
• Assist in vendor communications and negotiations as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Merchandising, Marketing, or a related field.
• 1-2 years of experience in project management, merchandising, or brand development (internships a plus).
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop for basic design work and packaging development.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); experience with project management tools and Share point is a plus.
• Passion for retail, private brands, and consumer trends

PFE Perks

• Grow with us: Many potential career paths and options for advancement within the company
• Pet Friendly Workplace - bring your well-behaved pup!
• Generous in-store employee discount that extends to your family
• Be Healthy: Health with FSA options, dental, and vision insurance – even pet insurance!
• Plan for the future: 401k with employer match
• Get Rewarded: Employee referral bonuses
• Rest and Relax: Competitive Paid Time Off

The salary range for this position is expected to be $30.00 - $33.50/hr. Pet Food Express determines starting salary based on many factors, including but not limited to, local market rate, the qualified pool of candidates, internal compensation practices, a candidate’s actual skills and experience.About the CompanyPet Food Express is a leading California-based pet specialty retailer with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners. Our philosophy revolves around the belief that pets are part of the family, deserving of the best care possible. Since our inception, Pet Food Express has been committed to making a positive impact on the communities we serves by promoting responsible pet ownership, supporting various animal welfare initiatives, and ensuring pets are happy, healthy and homed. With over 60 locations across the state, Pet Food Express has become a trusted destination for pet parents seeking high-quality products and personalized advice from knowledgeable and dedicated staff.This job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work associates/leaders assigned to this job perform. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities.This job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work associates/leaders assigned to this job perform. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities.Pet Food Express is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants based on race, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. This applies to all Pet Food Express activities, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, compensation, assignment, training, promotion, performance evaluation, discipline and discharge. Pet Food Express also provides reasonable accommodation of religion and disability in accordance with applicable law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Pet Food Express is a place where everyone can learn and grow. However you identify and whatever your background, please apply if this is a role that would make you excited to come to work every day.For applicants in our San Francisco, or Los Angeles locations: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, as well as the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, we will consider for employment, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner consistent with the law.ApplyApply for this positionRequired*Apply with IndeedFirst Name*Last Name*Email Address*Phone*Address*Resume*We've received your resume. Click to update it.orAttach resume as .pdf, .doc, .docx, .odt, .txt, or .rtf (limit 5MB) orPaste your resume here orLinkedIn Profile URL:Desired salary*Earliest start date?Please list any relevant professional, industry-specific certifications you have obtained.*Are you currently or have you previously been employed by Pet Food Express?*How did you hear about this job?*If you were referred by a Pet Food Express employee please let us know their name and their store location or department (if known).Please share a work sample you created with Adobe Illustrator:*Do you have the legal right to work and be employed by ANY employer in the United States? (Proof of identity and legal authority to work in the U.S. is a condition of employment.)*The following questions are entirely optional.To comply with government Equal Employment Opportunity and/or Affirmative Action reporting regulations, we are requesting (but NOT requiring) that you enter this personal data. This information will not be used in connection with any employment decisions, and will be used solely as permitted by state and federal law. Your voluntary cooperation would be appreciated. .GenderRace/EthnicityHuman Check*I consent to be contacted over SMS/Text for this job.This website uses cookies and other analytics technologies. By selecting "Allow", you consent to the recording, use and sharing of your website activity by this website and its service providers.
Expected salary: $30 - 33.5 per hour
Location: Concord, CA
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