Project Manager

Overview:

• Looking for experienced project manager to lead execution of packaging production artwork, ideally in consumer packaging industry.

Role Information:

• Focus on leading a diverse array of projects from simple to highly complex global packaging artwork through production art, approvals and to print.
• Ability to lead creative / design and adaptation projects if needed.
• Drive global artwork consistency and design content accuracy within brand guidelines, while effectively managing details and proofing artwork.
• Understand packaging artwork requirements, including working with dielines, net contents, regulatory and warning texts, color and printing methods.
• Collaborate across many functions/disciplines within Client (marketing, manufacturing, packaging engineering, regulatory, etc.) and with external agencies and printing companies.
• Strong problem solving and collaboration skills, keeping projects on brand, budget and on time.
• Manage project estimates, budget and timelines with internal and external partners.
• Adapt and work well with defined approaches, systems, best practices and processes.
• Ability to learn and adapt to new systems and processes as needed.
• Build and maintain relationships with key internal and external agency partners.

Skills and Expertise:

• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited university, preferred.
• A minimum of 10 combined years of working experience in project management and/or production art management within corporate, creative, agency and/or printing industry.

Additional qualifications:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in packaging artwork production with strong graphic design acumen.
• In-depth packaging design knowledge and experience with print production.
• Knowledge of packaging regulation and uniform packaging laws is important.
• Knowledge of consumer goods packaging industry.
• General understanding of current print processes (offset, flexo, digital, gravure, etc.).
• Ability to manage high volumes, shifting priorities, and tight timelines.
• Strong skills in communication, collaboration, time management and attention to detail, combined with a strategic approach.