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R&D Portfolio Administrator

Milliken & Company
Spartanburg, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 4 Aug 2026

About the role

Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leader whose focus on materials science delivers tomorrow’s breakthroughs today. From industry-leading molecules to sustainable innovations, Milliken creates products that enhance people’s lives and deliver solutions for its customers and communities. Drawing on thousands of patents and a portfolio with applications across the textile, flooring, chemical and healthcare businesses, the company harnesses a shared sense of integrity and excellence to positively impact the world for generations. Discover more about Milliken’s curious minds and inspired solutions at Milliken.com and on Facebook, Instagram and  LinkedIn.

 

POSITION TITLE 

R&D Portfolio Administrator

 

POSITION OVERVIEW 

The R&D Portfolio & Systems Administrator provides administrative support for the New Product Development (NPD) portfolio within the Performance Colorants & Ingredients business. This role is responsible for maintaining project information in portfolio management systems, coordinating the collection of project data, and preparing standard reports and presentation materials that support project reviews and business decision-making. 

The position works closely with project leaders and functional teams to ensure required project information is complete, accurate, and available for activities such as gate meetings, business planning reviews, portfolio reviews, and other recurring business processes. 

 

 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 

Project Data Administration 

  • Enter, update, and maintain project information in project management and other business systems. 
  • Assist project teams with project setup and routine updates. 
  • Maintain project records, documentation, and templates. 
  • Ensure project data is organized and current within established systems. 

Data Quality & Follow-Up 

  • Review project information for completeness and accuracy. 
  • Identify missing, inconsistent, or outdated project data. 
  • Follow up with project teams to obtain required information and updates. 
  • Track outstanding data requests and provide status updates as needed. 
  • Perform routine data quality checks using established standards and procedures. 

Reporting & Presentation Development 

  • Generate standard reports from project management systems. 
  • Compile project information to support gate meetings, portfolio reviews, IBP reviews, and leadership updates. 
  • Create presentations and other work products using established templates. 
  • Prepare meeting materials, dashboards, and summary reports from available project data. 
  • Support the preparation of recurring portfolio and project review packages. 

Administrative Support 

  • Maintain project files and supporting documentation. 
  • Coordin

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