Mgr, Packaging Project

Propelis • ,

1d • $72,000 - $82,000 • Remote

About The Position

The Manager, Packaging Project manages day-to-day client project management, overseeing project processes and timelines, proactively addressing challenges, and developing strong client relationships. The role applies technical and category knowledge along with consumer insights to resolve complex issues across the project lifecycle. It is client-facing and collaborates with internal and external stakeholders, serving as the primary liaison in the packaging development process.

The position coordinates packaging design and production work from project scoping and creative development through production art, final materials, approvals, and print execution. It also provides technical consultation to Product Teams and leads, coaches, and develops employees. This is a remote position in the United States, with applicants from certain states excluded.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Graphic Arts, Marketing, Advertising, or a related field.
• At least 6 years of project management experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• High proficiency with MS Office Suite, Outlook, and Internet applications.
• Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management, and planning skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including analysis, interpretation, and reasoning.
• Solid understanding and application of mathematical concepts.
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with colleagues across the organization and with internal and external clients.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
• Ability to work with and influence peers and senior management.
• Self-motivated, with critical attention to detail, deadlines, and reporting.
• Ability to travel occasionally, locally, nationally, and/or internationally, as required.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree (MBA or Master’s).

Responsibilities

• Work with cross-functional teams to develop project scope and timelines that meet project goals and priorities.
• Facilitate inputs for creative development with brand design agencies, keeping packaging design projects on time and within budget from category audit through initial design concept and handoff to agency partners.
• Monitor production art development from agency handoff through final materials.
• Facilitate resolution of art file or printing issues with suppliers and printers.
• Lead design extensions and adaptations across multiple structures and substrates to achieve optimal design and print production results.
• Communicate and manage the print process with printers and design agencies.
• Develop, communicate, and manage project priorities, timelines, and status with internal and external partners.
• Resolve or assist with issues within or between projects or teams, monitor artwork project progress, and resolve issues as needed.
• Follow up to ensure deliverables meet or exceed expectations.
• Ensure risk assessment and contingency planning are completed, communicated, agreed upon by core team members, and acted on or escalated as necessary.
• Ensure compliance with processes and establish discipline around standardized ways of working.
• Manage each portion of the approval process between internal and external partners and ensure alignment throughout design and activation.
• Collect packaging project inputs and partner with stakeholders to secure and validate inputs needed for effective execution.
• Provide technical consultation to Product Teams to support efficient and effective packaging production.
• Plan, direct, and coordinate employee activities to accomplish goals and objectives; mentor, coach, train, and develop the team.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health care plans with prescription drug coverage
• Dental plan
• Vision plan
• Basic and supplemental life insurance
• Flexible spending account for medical and dependent care expenses or a health savings account, based on plan selection
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) Savings Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager