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Associate Program Manager

Take your career to the next level with NDCP! 

Company Overview: 
National DCP, LLC (NDCP) is hiring talented and driven professionals to join our growing team. We’re a $3 billion supply chain leader supporting over 10,000 Dunkin’ restaurants across the U.S. Our team powers one of the most recognized quick-service brands through innovative logistics, reliable service, and high-quality product distribution. Known for delivering real value and operational excellence, NDCP is at the forefront of supply chain management—and we’re looking for passionate individuals to help us keep moving forward. 

Position Overview:

This position will provide support to the Program Management team as needed based upon priorities of the Department and the direction of the Senior Program Manager.  Assist with administrative needs such as preparing new material forms, pulling sales data, and overall assistance in the management of Dunkin Brands new, test, and Limited Time Offers (LTO) items into the NDCP system. 

An item portfolio could include food or beverage categories. This position will work in partnership with Dunkin Brands and NDCP cross-functional departments and suppliers to maintain an efficient, best-in-class LTO deployment process for new product introductions. 

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday through Friday

Hybrid: in office Thursdays- Canton, MA

Why Work With Us? 
At NDCP, your work matters. We offer a collaborative, people-first environment where your ideas are heard and your growth is supported. From competitive pay and full benefits to career advancement opportunities, we invest in your success—because when you thrive, so do we. Join us and take the next step in a meaningful, rewarding career.

Benefits you can count on: 

NationalDCP offers a robust benefits suite. Check out our career page for our full list of benefits  

• Medical, dental & vision insurance 

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) / Health Savings Account (HSA) 

• Company paid life, AD&D, short and long-term disability 

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match 

• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, discretionary) & paid holidays and more! 
• Compensation salary plus bonus potential

• Additional benefits: employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition discount program, and more! 

What you will do:

1. Organize and submit new material forms for upcoming new introductions and tests
2. Work with suppliers to ensure timeliness and accuracy for new material forms
3. Oversee setup and testing of alpha tests
4. Summarize sales data into category trackers to support Program Management, team
5. Attend and participate in weekly cross-functional meetings to stay updated with new item introductions and changes
6. Obtain necessary item/program information from Brand team (Supply chain, Marketing, Demand Planning, QA, etc.) to ensure deliverables are met.
7. Successfully work with NDCP cross-functional teams (Inventory, Operations, Product Administration, etc.) for efficient and timely new item implementation, test, or LTO into the distribution network
8. Responsible for creating and distributing window presentations to key stakeholders and facilitating window kick-off meetings to ensure alignment and readiness.
9. Travel up to 10% domestic

Reports to the Senior Program Manager

Supervision Exercised:

This position does not supervise others

What you bring:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in business, Marketing, Supply Chain, or related field
• 1- 2 years industry experience in distribution operations, supply chain, forecasting/planning, project management, or product sourcing, preferred.

• Knowledge of some or all of the following categories is desired: dairy, beverages, food, bakery, and packaging products.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills that foster open dialogue; ability to clearly present and communicate concepts.
• A demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across teams.
• Strong analytical, planning, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously according to deadlines.
• Strong use of MS Office products.

Equal Opportunity Employer: