Packaging Program Manager

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Key Responsibilities

Own and facilitate bi-weekly status meeting,

Requirements Summary

Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Asana, Workfront Proof, SmartSheets Retail or beauty experience preferred Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal Solid organizational skills,

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OperationsProject Manager

What We Offer

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The ideal Packaging Program Manager is an independent self-starter responsible for managing the creative development of packaging artwork for two Kendo brands. Responsible for ensuring on-time delivery of packaging artwork & deliverables throughout the creative process, from concept development through final execution.

Responsibilities

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Manage packaging creation and delivery process (70%):

→Own and facilitate bi-weekly status meeting, keep team leads informed and discuss status for each project while establishing clear next steps resolving blocks that impede progress
→Upload and monitor individual project timelines through Asana
→Actively monitor schedules and follow-up on internal copy/layout/mechanical due dates to ensure teams meet deadlines throughout lifespan of each artwork piece
→Follow up with team leads for missing packaging information (e.g., dielines, ingredient lists, copy, translations, UPCs, fill weight, etc.). Add dielines, ingredient lists, fill weights, UPCs to server.
→Work directly with Regulatory & Compliance team to track and confirm EU artwork approval
→Communicate projects to Production Artists and outline daily priorities
→Identify and drive design initiatives forward that have multiple stakeholders, competing deadlines, and many moving parts
→Proactively assess risk, raise flags, and resolve issues before they become problems for the larger teams
→Collaborate with Production Artist to confirm artwork releases and approvals of samples
→Actively participate in weekly Product Development and Operation meetings
→Track comp requests for photo shoots, Market Week, etc.
→Drive new processes to ensure success within the packaging department

Manage artwork routing process (30%):

→Upload and route artwork in Workfront Proof: ensure all questions are resolved and Production Artists are clear on changes
→Review/Check-in artwork from Production Artists

Requirements

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Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
5+ years of project management experience in retail or agency environment
Proficient knowledge of computer programs: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Asana, Workfront Proof, SmartSheets
Retail or beauty experience preferred
Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
Solid organizational skills, detail-oriented; time management skills, ability to juggle priorities
Strong relationship-building skills; ability to work with a variety of people in various disciplines
Ability to work in a very fast paced environment and meet very tight deadlines
The drive to excel and succeed; self-motivated
Passion for beauty and retail