About the role

  • Project Manager overseeing packaging operations within the cosmetics industry. Collaborating with engineering and client management teams to deliver on-time projects.

Responsibilities

  • Go-to source for status, risks, updates; push proactive communication; maintain real-time records
  • Deliver weekly updates, risks, milestones to leadership
  • Partner with Packaging Managers on timing, samples, production timelines, and or Program Manager alignment
  • Collaborate with Client Management Specialists and Sales Team on order tracking, customer needs, deliverables/specs, and client communication
  • Build accurate, competitive quotes using existing cost data; include assumptions, lead times, MOQs; present professional packages; revise quickly
  • Lead timeline creation—map critical path (design freeze, mold fab, range boards and color matching, printing, sampling, QA, trials); use established vendor data
  • Coordinate receipt, inspect with Engineering for defects, functionality, color accuracy, and spec adherence; document, repackage, ship client-ready samples; escalate issues
  • Maintain master schedules (MS Project/ERP) including current purchase orders of repeat items; assign/track tasks; send reminders; escalate blockers
  • Capture, route, verify completion with uncompromising attention to detail
  • Organize cost/timeline-accurate quotes + samples to win business
  • Be part of the development process on customer calls to support needs/requests and keep projects on pace
  • Keep projects moving with oversight and behind-the-scenes support—lead full-cycle launches: custom molded components, range boards, color matching, and customer approvals

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s in Engineering (Packaging, Mechanical, Chemical, or Industrial preferred)
  • 6+ years in cosmetics/personal care packaging PM
  • Experience with MS Project or similar PM software
  • Familiar with: molding processes, printing, FDA/EU, quality systems (CAPA/NCR), cost analysis is highly desired

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible working arrangements

Job title

Project Manager

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Tech skills

Location requirements

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