Own Brand Packaging Specialist I

HEB•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

Creating an emotional link between the products we make and our customers is the work of our H-E-B Own Brand Team. The Own Brand Regulatory team ensures the high quality of H-E-B packaging and labels. As a Packaging Specialist I, you'll work with multiple vendors, brokers, Buyers, Business Development Managers (BDMs), Quality Assurance, Regulatory, Own Brand Managers, and the Own Brand Design Team to execute on-time delivery of package development, recommend timelines, and accurately communicate revisions and corrections. Once you're eligible, you'll become an Owner in the company, so we're looking for commitment, hard work, and focus on quality and Customer service. 'Partner-owned' means our most important resources--People--drive the innovation, growth, and success that make H-E-B The Greatest Omnichannel Retailing Company. Do you have a: HEART FOR PEOPLE... desire to build collaborative relationships across and outside H-E-B? HEAD FOR BUSINESS... ability to stay organized and detail-oriented in a rapidly changing work environment? PASSION FOR RESULTS... drive for consistent success working cross-functionally on tight deadlines?

Requirements

A related degree or comparable formal training, certification, or work experience
0+ years of experience in marketing, advertising, or retail-related field (preferred)
Knowledge of pre-press and printing processes
Understanding of importing process / timelines, and related impacts on package development
Strong skills in MS Office, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Illustrator, and Photoshop
Strong verbal / written (proofing, editing) communication skills
Strong organization and time management skills
Project management skills
Analytical skills
Negotiating and influencing skills
Ability to learn H-E-B systems (e.g., Hivemind, GSS, OBPS, Product Management System)
Ability to interpret processes and shifting priorities
Ability to work with a virtual team of non-U.S. vendors and Partners
Ability to work well autonomously and as part of a team
Ability to participate in cross-functional teams and on multiple projects under tight deadlines
Self-motivated
Attention to detail
Function in a fast-paced, retail, office environment
Travel by car or plane with overnight stays
Work extended hours; sit for extended periods

Responsibilities

Supports activities for style-guided Own Brand packaging-related needs, maintenance (e.g., label updates)
Ensures accurate spelling, graphics, copy, brand, color, imagery, Regulatory / Quality Assurance compliance on OB packaging within established design parameters
Coordinates with Own Brand Managers / Regulatory / internal Design team to edit / make minor changes to packaging content
May adjust / enhance layouts based on style guides in conjunction with Packaging Specialist II or above
Approves color proofs for packaging
Facilitates confirmation of UPC and item codes
Facilitates updates to Own Brand style guide and color standards, as needed
Stays current on Quality Assurance and Regulatory requirements
Participates in photoshoots
Develops strong relationships
Manages multiple packaging projects with multiple stakeholders; achieves on-time delivery of multiple, simultaneous timelines
Ensures project work is properly tracked, documented, reviewed, agreed upon by all stakeholders; uses Own Brand systems as needed; collaborates to solve issues
Communicates precise, accurate information to cross-functional stakeholders; shares project information for launch awareness
Applies understanding of when to involve Own Brand Manager / Own Brand leadership for support to keep projects on time
May coordinate / execute / participate in special projects (e.g., department-wide design updates, miscellaneous activities)
May collaborate with Own Brand Managers to support end-to-end Own Brand process as needed