Data & Systems Coordinator - R&D/New Product Development
Milliken & CompanyAbout 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
Data & Systems Coordinator – R&D/New Product Development
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Data & Systems Coordinator supports new product development efforts for the Performance Colorants & Ingredients business unit within the Polymer Solutions Strategic Business Unit. This role is responsible for ensuring the integrity, structure, and usability of project data across the R&D New Product Development portfolio.
The role serves as the primary administrator and subject matter expert for project data systems, including PowerSteering, and enables effective decision-making by ensuring project data is complete, accurate, and consistent. The position also supports stage-gate governance by ensuring all deliverables are validated, structured, and ready for key decisions.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
NPD Systems Ownership & Administration
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Serve as primary administrator and SME for project tracking system
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Assist project managers with project data entry
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Maintain system structure, templates, and workflows in project and related systems
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Support users and troubleshoot issues
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Facilitate adoption of enhancements to the systems
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Collaborate with SME to implement AI in project data tracking
Portfolio Reporting & Decision Support
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Generate reports to support strategic decision making
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