Livestock R&D Coordinator
Weaver is seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Livestock R&D Coordinator to join our team. In this role, you will help drive the creation and launch of innovative livestock products from concept to market. You'll serve as a key liaison across departments, manage project timelines, and ensure product testing, documentation, and training initiatives are executed with excellence. If you enjoy bringing ideas to life, working cross-functionally, and have a strong understanding of the livestock industry, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
The job responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following:
- Collaborate with managers and the new products team to coordinate the development and launch of new livestock products.
- Serve as the central communication point between Sales, Marketing, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Warehouse, and Customer Service during the product development process.
- Collect, record, and analyze product-related data from internal teams, Pro Staff, and industry partners.
- Lead product training efforts for Sales, Customer Care, and end-users.
- Coordinate sourcing and distribution of promotional items such as branded hats, shirts, and other gear.
- Manage product testing phases—including planning, tracking, and analyzing feedback to drive improvements.
- Assist in setting development goals, forecasting sales, and contributing to pricing strategies.
- Support go-to-market planning in collaboration with Sales and Marketing teams.
- Provide Marketing with product specs and benefit information to support packaging, catalog listings, and digital content.
- Act as a point of contact for tracking performance concerns and collecting new product ideas.
- Work closely with leadership to align new product initiatives with overall business goals.
- Monitor and evaluate customer and team feedback to identify continuous improvement opportunities.
- Maintain regular communication on project timelines and development progress with internal and external stakeholders.
- Track sales performance of new products and ensure effective adoption across sales channels.
Our ideal applicant:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Animal Science, Agriculture, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Prior experience in product development, R&D coordination, or related roles in livestock or agriculture industries.
- Strong understanding of livestock production practices and industry standards.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); familiarity with data tracking tools a plus.
- Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively.
- Ability to work out of our Mt. Hope, OH headquarters; some travel may be required.
Why Join Us?
We offer a competitive wage and benefits package, a collaborative team environment, and the opportunity to help shape and grow our livestock product line. At Weaver, you’ll be part of a mission-driven organization that values innovation, quality, and customer impact.