About the role

  • Manage internal suite of new and existing packaging files, and execute changes or file updates on existing packages.
  • Coordinate with design agency for new package graphics and concept renderings.
  • Work with packaging vendors to bring new packages to life, including color proofing, on-site press checks, and file review proofing process.
  • Partner with Sr. Innovation Manager, finance, and operations to vet opportunities and understand business impact and resource requirements.
  • Support sales team with new package image requests, mockup sample requests, and sell-in needs.
  • Maintain and update an executive summary weekly to roll up progress, challenges, and decisions for Exec Team alignment.
  • Proactively seek packaging improvements with ops packaging engineer to improve margin, environmental impact, speed-to-market, and quality.
  • Manage project timelines, workback schedules, and multiple concurrent packaging initiatives from greenlight to shelf.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree required – in Marketing or Business preferred.
  • Minimum of 3-5 years of work experience with consumer-packaged goods required.
  • At least 1 year of Print production experience (especially in packaging) is a huge plus.
  • Fluent in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with Illustrator and Photoshop.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to identify and collaborate cross-functionally internally and with customers as needed.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment.
  • Ability to travel on an as-needed basis to press checks and can pilots.
  • Availability and willingness to work outside of normal office hours as needed.
  • Multi-tasker who can take the lead and juggle multiple projects at once.

Benefits

  • The salary range for this position is $75,000 to $85,000 and is dependent upon the candidate’s experience prior to joining Spindrift.
  • Short-term incentive programs specific to level and department.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with a current employer contribution rate of 80% towards monthly premiums, regardless of plan type selected.
  • Company-paid life insurance, and a 401k retirement savings plan with a company match.
  • Monthly cell phone allowance.
  • Annual allowances for personal use of Spindrift product, health and wellness, professional development, and social justice education.
  • A host of voluntary benefits including but not limited to additional life insurance, short-term disability and long-term disability insurance.
  • Paid parental leave, vacation, sick, personal, bereavement, community service, and holiday time (in addition to any paid leave benefits required by regulation).

Job title

Packaging Innovation Manager

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

$75,000 - $85,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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