Production Commercialization Manager

Javvy Coffee

. Run the stage-gate process end to end, including gate criteria, required inputs, and go, kill and hold decisions .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeRemote • South Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading commercialization and new product launches within the CPG food and beverage sector, utilizing strong project management skills and effective stakeholder communication. Proficient in managing stage-gate processes and coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure successful product launches across multiple channels.

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Commercialization LeadershipStage-Gate Process ManagementProject Management Tools ProficiencyOmnichannel Launch ExperiencePMP Certification

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Hard Skills

CommercializationNew Product LaunchesStage-Gate ProcessPortfolio Review ProcessesProject ManagementExcelFormula Lock ManagementTimeline ManagementImpact AssessmentRecovery Planning

Soft Skills

Stakeholder AccountabilityInfluenceCommunicationCollaborationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

SmartsheetMondayAsanaNotion

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP Certification

Industry Keywords

CPGFoodBeverageSupplementDTCRetailAmazonCo-ManufacturerStartup EnvironmentHigh-Growth Environment

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Run the stage-gate process end to end, including gate criteria, required inputs, and go, kill and hold decisions
Prepare each gate review and document the outcome
Ensure projects complete formula lock, Nutrition Facts Panel sign-off and packaging freeze
Maintain one master timeline with project owners, milestones, risk levels and launch dates
Plan backward from retail resets, DTC launches and Amazon go-lives
Flag schedule slips and provide impact assessments and recovery plans
Select a single project management tool and retire the rest
Maintain formula versions, sample rounds and feedback in the project system
Run weekly product meetings, connect owner updates to the timeline, and send notes and actions within 24 hours
Lead monthly portfolio reviews with the Co-founder & CMO
Own the launch readiness checklist covering formula, nutrition panel, packaging, co-manufacturer run, inventory, sales sheet and marketing assets
Run cross-functional handoffs from formula lock to Commercialization, Operations, Sales and Marketing
Track co-manufacturer and flavor house deadlines, sample due dates, pilot runs and first production
Coordinate product launches across retail, DTC and Amazon
Partner with Product Strategy, Product Development, Quality & Regulatory, Operations, Sales, Marketing and Finance
Report to the Director of Product Strategy & Innovation

Requirements

What you’ll need

4–7 years leading commercialization, innovation or new product launches at a CPG food, beverage or supplement brand
Track record of launching SKUs through co-manufacturers, from brief to first production
Experience running stage-gate and portfolio review processes
Strong skills in a project platform such as Smartsheet, Monday, Asana or Notion, plus Excel
Ability to keep senior stakeholders accountable to deadlines through influence, calmly and constructively
Comfort with regular travel to co-manufacturers and HQ
Regular travel to co-manufacturers and Charleston, SC headquarters
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship
PMP certification is a bonus
Omnichannel launch experience across retail, DTC and Amazon is a bonus
Startup or high-growth environment experience is a bonus

Benefits

Comp & perks

100% Company-Paid Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance for employees
Family coverage available at employee cost
401(k) Retirement Plan
Parental Leave
Free Access to Javvy Products
Career Growth Opportunities
Collaborative, Fast-Paced Start-Up Environment
Competitive Salary