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Product Development Project Manager

As the Project Manager for Product Development, you will oversee and manage projects that involve multiple stakeholders. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and vendors to ensure the successful production and delivery of products by meeting defined goals, timelines and budgets. A Project Manager must have substantial organizational, communication and problem-solving skills to coordinate projects between internal teams and external partners. The ability to form relationships and build trust within the team is critical to ensure everyone is meeting the expectations set forth in the Product Development Process. The primary responsibility of a Project Manager is to ensure the Product Development Process is executed successfully to meet Tethrd’s overall strategic product goals.

Job Responsibilities
• Create the Product Development plan from the current Product Development Process, including goals, scope, schedule, and resources.
• Establish project tasks and milestones, assigning responsibilities to team members.
• Monitor and oversee the progress of projects and make updates when necessary.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders and create progress reports.
• Collaborate with vendors, contractors, and external partners to ensure they meet program objectives and deliverables.
• Identify and mitigate risks and issues impacting program delivery and ensure projects meet deadlines and budgets.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues that arise during projects.
• Identify areas for improvement in project management practices.

Job Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, project management, or a related field. PMP, PgMP, or other relevant certifications are a plus.
• Proven experience as a Project Manager or in a similar role such as Project Manager, with a successful program delivery track record.
• Strong project management skills, including managing budgets, timelines, and resources effectively.
• Knowledge of project planning tools such as Microsoft Project, Excel, and other software tools.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work with diverse teams from multiple stakeholders.
• Attention to detail and ability to multi-task.

Skills
• Project Management
• Communication (verbal and written)
• Organizational Skills
• Time Management

Schedule
Full time Monday – Friday, 8hr shift
Must be located within reasonable commute distance to Columbia, TN

Supply Chain & Production Manufacturing Coordinator

A Production Coordinator is the main liaison for manufacturing and production between Tethrd and our external manufacturing partners. You will build strong relationships, assist in the Product Development and Purchase Order process, ensure that the manufacturer stays within budget and agreed upon prices, and delivers quality products according to the agreed upon schedule, along with consistently finding ways to improve our production processes and structures.

Job Responsibilities

• Source, develop and manage outside manufacturing partners for Tethrd’s production needs
• Ensure our manufacturers maintain all safety and health standards to keep their organization accident-free
• Forecast product needs for the upcoming calendar year and in collaboration with purchasing, initiate Purchase Orders to meet sales goals
• Work with Finance team to negotiate pricing to keep highest quality within budget limits
• Ensure product variations and revision documentation are maintained
• Work with Brand and Marketing to ensure packaging needs are met
• Collaborating with operations, finance and fulfillment for customer service, fulfillment, and invoices
• Communicate regularly with management regarding problems or issues impacting production
• Evaluate machine and material resources to ensure continued production and minimal downtime.
• Establish a balance for our manufacturers between increased productivity and reduced costs of manufacturing operations
• Set productivity goals for each manufacturing partner and managing their compliance
• Oversee the quality assurance of produced materials or goods
• Analyze production data and optimize for efficiency
• Communicate with other departments to establish and meet budget limits and constraints.
• Ensure the delivery of products to the warehouse.

Skills
• Highly organized
• Experience in textile or metal manufacturing helpful
• Excellent Communication, experience with WeChat or Asian languages a plus
• Ability to problem solve and find resolutions efficiently.
• Understanding of cultural differences with Asian markets a plus
• Logistics and transportation experience a plus

Schedule
Full time Monday – Friday, 8hr shift
Must be within reasonable commute distance to Columbia, TN