Project Coordinator

Who we are:

WHY Brands Inc., a parent company of Munchkin and Curio Home Goods, focuses on creating, incubating, and growing the next generation of consumer lifestyle brands. Founded in 1990, Munchkin is the leading consumer product company and most loved baby lifestyle brand behind the innovative gear and products for children, mothers, and caregivers. Munchkin has sold billions of dollars of products through our key retail partners: Target, Walmart, and Amazon and has global distribution in over 50 countries. Curio, a premium brand of curated collections of home goods, launched in 2023. WHY’s vision is to establish an expanding portfolio of innovative businesses that align with its commitment to inventive product design. With over 320+ patents under our belt, we continue to create solutions that leave our customers asking, "how did I ever live without this?" Recognized as #8 on America’s Most Innovative Companies list by Fortune Magazine, innovation is the core of our company DNA and has been driving our designs for 30 years!

We lead with our core values and believe that investing in the community is our responsibility.  We create opportunities for every child’s potential and well-being through the Radiant Colors program, work to create a sustainable future, and in partnership with the International Fund for Animal Welfare have committed to animal conservation.

There is no better time than now to join WHY Brands as we embark on our next and biggest growth journey, and you could be the next influential leader to play a key role in driving enormous customer-centered value and rapid growth.

Position Summary:

The Project Coordinator is responsible for planning, executing, and evaluating projects according to direction given and predetermine timelines and budgets.  Managing projects with the factories, US PD, Hong Kong Engineers, Hong Kong Brand Design team and other cross-functional teams to ensure direction and product specifications are maintained throughout project life cycles are central to this position.

You’ll Do:

• Manage project development from initiation to closure (shipment).
• Participate in the development of the project scope, including developing project activities, goals, deliverables, schedules, resources, and milestones, among other matters.
• Accountable for project results and to complete project outlining scope, status meetings, goals, deliverables, required resources, budget (costing), and timing.
• Support all aspects of project work throughout the entire project lifecycle and apply business process and best practices project management methodologies.
• Track and report on project milestones and provide status reports.
• Support project management by preparing clear written and verbal communications to key stakeholders regarding the project objectives, status, issue resolution and risk management, among other key project matters.
• Maintain the day-to-day communication and business relationships with all members of the extended project team, including cross-functional partners such as: factories, US PD and HK Engineers and HK Brand.
• Maintain confidentiality of department and corporate information.
• Coordinate with the Project Engineer or Engineering Manager to maintain archive of all digital design files.
• Coordinate test sample submissions and follow up on pass/fail test reports.
• Review and update cost sheets.
• Resolve any issues and solve problems throughout project life cycle.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Bring it!

• University degree is a plus or post-secondary education or equivalent experience required.
• Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment. Strong communications and interpersonal skills
• Experience working with factories/ vendors and understanding of manufacturing development process.
• Must be self-motivated with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to work under pressure and proficient in multi-tasking.
• Excellent communication, problem solving, attention to detail, and analytical skills
• Advanced computer skills specifically in MS Office applications.
• Good command of English and Chinese languages. Comfortable communicating effectively to senior management in both languages.

We got you covered!

• Munchkin Asia Limited offers highly competitive compensation, including discretionary bonus plan participation, and other perks. We regularly hold social functions to foster a genuine camaraderie that enhances teamwork. At company-wide award functions, we take time to recognize the talent and dedication of the people who make Munchkin such a standout place.
• If you are interested in joining our team, please visit www.munchkin.com for more information and submit your online application through https://www.munchkin.com/join.
• Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purpose only.