R&D Coordinator – Pet

Weaver is seeking a collaborative and detail-driven Pet R&D Coordinator to join our growing team. In this role, you will help bring innovative pet products to life—from the initial concept through launch. You’ll serve as a central point of contact across departments, manage product testing, and support training, marketing, and go-to-market strategies. If you have a passion for pets, love cross‑functional teamwork, and enjoy turning ideas into real solutions for animal lovers, this could be the role for you.

• Collaborate with managers and the New Product Development team to coordinate the development and launch of new pet products.
• Serve as the central liaison between Sales, Marketing, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Warehouse, and Customer Service.
• Gather and analyze product feedback from internal teams, brand ambassadors, and industry partners.
• Lead product training for Customer Care, Sales teams, and retail partners.
• Coordinate branded promotional items (leashes, goggles, collars, apparel) for marketing use.
• Manage the product testing process—including selecting testers, tracking performance, and collecting feedback.
• Assist in setting development costs, sales forecasts, and pricing strategies.
• Partner with Sales and Marketing on launch plans and go-to-market strategies.
• Provide Marketing with product features and benefits for packaging, web content, and promotional materials.
• Track product issues and suggestions related to pet gear and accessories.
• Support leadership by prioritizing initiatives that align with strategic goals.
• Monitor customer feedback and product performance to drive continuous improvement.
• Maintain proactive communication on development progress with internal and external teams.
• Conduct regular market audits and identify product gaps or opportunities.
• Oversee lifecycle updates for products, including improvements or discontinuations.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Animal Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Previous experience in product development or R&D within the pet, animal health, or consumer goods industry.
• Strong understanding of pet products and industry trends.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Self‑motivated, collaborative, and comfortable managing multiple projects.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; familiarity with product tracking tools a plus.
• Able to work on‑site at our Mt. Hope, OH headquarters; some travel may be required.

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, a team‑oriented work culture, and the opportunity to play a key role in developing high‑quality products that improve the lives of pets and their people. Join Weaver and help shape the future of pet innovation.

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