Associate Manager, Packaging Development

Fresh•Jersey City, NJ

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Manager, Packaging Development will support the growth of the brand by developing and implementing innovative packaging solutions across gifting, limited-edition programs, and sampling initiatives. This includes the development of gift sets, GWP, sampling formats, and supporting collateral, with an overall focus on elevating the gifting experience and bringing the brand’s sensorial and distinctive point of view to life through packaging. Reporting to the Vice President, Product Innovation, the Associate Manager will work cross-functionally with global partners across Marketing, Product Development, Packaging Design, and Operations, while serving as a key point of contact for external packaging vendors and suppliers. With a passion for innovative and sustainable packaging, the Associate Manager will bring strong project management skills, attention to detail, and a solution-oriented mindset to deliver high-quality packaging programs from concept through execution.

Requirements

BS/BA degree in Package Engineering/Technology/Science or related engineering field
Minimum 3 years relevant experience in Packaging Development (preferred in Gifting)
Demonstrated broad and in-depth knowledge of packaging materials and processes
Demonstrated success of excellent communication skills, both oral and written, with internal partners and external vendors
Self-motivated and self-disciplined individual, able to work in relative autonomy
Proficient PC skills - MS Office software and capable of building presentations on Excel and/or PowerPoint.
CAD literacy is a plus

Responsibilities

Lead the development and qualification of packaging solutions for gifting, limited-edition, and sampling initiatives, balancing brand aesthetics, consumer experience, functionality, manufacturability, quality, sustainability, cost, and market requirements.
Partner closely with Packaging Design, Marketing, Product Innovation, Purchasing, and Operations to translate creative concepts into distinctive, feasible, and commercially viable packaging experiences.
Drive packaging development from concept through execution, including design generation, prototypes, engineering specifications, tooling and mold qualification, functionality and quality testing, and set assembly.
Own technical milestones within project timelines, proactively identifying, communicating, and resolving cross-functional roadblocks to ensure successful execution.
Bring new ideas and packaging innovation to gifting and sampling, partnering with external vendors to explore new formats, materials, constructions, technologies, and sustainable solutions that elevate the Fresh experience.
Manage external packaging vendors and suppliers, building strong partnerships to develop technical solutions, troubleshoot challenges, and stay informed of emerging capabilities and innovations.
Create and maintain package component specifications, pre-Bills-of-Materials, Fill & Assembly specifications, and quality control requirements.
Collaborate with Design to ensure packaging color development, decoration, artwork, and proofs meet creative expectations while remaining within technical and manufacturing constraints.
Conduct and oversee packaging testing, including transit, functionality, and homologation testing, to ensure packages meet quality, performance, and market requirements.
Attend and support set assembly and manufacturing start-ups as needed, ensuring proper execution of design, function, quality, and overall consumer experience.
Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues across suppliers, manufacturing, distribution, and quality, escalating issues and driving solutions to completion.
Support engineering changes, quality investigations, continuous improvement, and operational efficiency initiatives as needed.
Champion sustainable packaging solutions by identifying opportunities to improve materials, constructions, and processes in partnership with suppliers and cross-functional teams.

Benefits

Training & Development and Culture
Fresh and LVMH Sponsored Trainings and Workshops for Personal and Professional Development
Opportunities for networking and building relationships with LVMH Community and Network
Opportunities to join internal communities: DEIB Council, Sustainability Champions, LVMH Employee Resource Groups
Mental Health Support
Free professional consultation, referrals and counseling through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Free 24/7 confidential mental health support
Paid Time Off and Flexibility
Flexible paid time off policy inclusive of Summer Fridays
Fertility and Family Planning
Fertility Services, Maternity and Newborn Support, Adoption and Surrogacy Assistance, including cryopreservation when part of fertility treatment
Paid Parental Leave (Inclusive of Maternity, Paternity, Adoption, Surrogacy) at eligibility
Travel & lodging for those who can’t access care
Back-up dependent Care and Tutoring
Fresh and LVMH ‘Perks’ and Discounts
Fresh In-Store Discounts and Gratis
LVMH Group Friends and Family Sales across all divisions within LVMH: Wines and Spirits, Watches and Jewelry, Perfumes and Cosmetics, Fashion and Leather Goods, etc.
Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits through Wage Works
Additional Health Club Discounts, Sporting/Entertainment Ticket Discounts, Insurance Discounts (Pet, renters, home)
Health Care
Medical, dental and vision
Retirement and Additional Benefits
401k with Company Match + Additional Employer Contribution at eligibility