Associate Manager, Packaging Development

MAIN JOB OBJECTIVE

The Associate Manager Packaging Development will support the company growth by developing and implementing innovative packaging for the Promo Category. This includes but not limited to development of set boxes GWP and collateral items. Reporting to the Vice President Product Innovation the Associate Manager will work cross-functionally with many Global partners inclusive of Marketing Product Development Packaging Design and Operations. Additionally the Associate Manager Packaging Development will be a key contact with external packaging vendors a critical element of the position.

With an excitement for sustainable packaging the Associate Manager Packaging Development will have exceptional project management skills and constantly operate with a solution-oriented mindset.

Qualifications :

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Execute the development and qualification of packaging solutions for Promo category that meet the needs for brand aesthetics consumer use manufacturing capability quality and cost and market requirements
• Support the conceptualization initiation development validation and implementation of new and improved packages and processes including design generation engineering specifications mold qualification functionality and quality testing
• Support operations cost savings and efficiency initiatives and quality investigations towards continuous improvement
• Fully own technical milestones in project timelines
• Troubleshoot technical issues (supplier plant distribution quality etc.)
• Share and escalate roadblocks cross-functionally
• Create package component specifications pre-Bills-of-Materials and Fill & Assembly specifications and quality control elements
• Collaborate with Marketing and Design on establishing feasibility for new packaging initiatives/concepts
• Validate artwork based on mandatory technical elements and subsequently validate proof per released artwork
• Ensure colors of packaging components meet Design expectations and are within molding and decorating process constraints outlined by external suppliers
• Understand and conduct package testing procedures and standards to support the effective design validation and implementation of new packages and packaging technology
• Manage external vendors/supplier relations to review project status elevate technical solutions and build innovation
• Attend Set Assembly startups as needed to ensure proper execution of design & function
• Support and drive engineering change initiatives
• Drive sustainability initiatives

What you will learn in the first 6 months:

• Gain full understanding of Fresh procedures and processes in Gifting New Product Development and ECRs (Engineering Change Request)
• Work closely with Packaging Development team understanding key packaging deliverables for new launches
• Build relationships with cross functional fresh teams internal LVMH partners and external vendors
• Conduct transit and homologation testing categorize key Gifting technical requirements and refine best practices for construction development

What you will achieve in 12 months:

• Optimize current packaging development processes and finding creative solutions for packaging innovation
• Partner with preferred vendors track current and future offerings related to sustainability innovation supplier constraints and capabilities
• Present to partners on innovative and sustainable packaging
• Source and establish new suppliers/vendors to source packaging solutions and cost savings

PROFILE

• BS/BA degree in Package Engineering/Technology/Science or related engineering field
• Minimum 3 years relevant experience in Packaging Development (preferred in Gifting)
• Demonstrated broad and in-depth knowledge of packaging materials and processes
• Demonstrated success of excellent communication skills both oral and written with internal partners and external vendors
• Self-motivated and self-disciplined individual able to work in relative autonomy
• Proficient PC skills - MS Office software and capable of building presentations on Excel and/or PowerPoint.
• CAD literacy will be a plus

Additional Information :

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

Training & Development and Culture

• Fresh and LVMH Sponsored Trainings and Workshops for Personal and Professional Development
• Opportunities for networking and building relationships with LVMH Community and Network
• Opportunities to join internal communities: DEIB Council Sustainability Champions LVMH Employee Resource Groups

Mental Health Support

• Free professional consultation referrals and counseling through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free 24/7 confidential mental health support

Paid Time Off and Flexibility

• Comprehensive paid time off inclusive of Floating Holidays and Summer Fridays
• Two fully-remote weeks throughout the year to encourage flexibility; additional holiday weeks remote

Fertility and Family Planning

• Fertility Services Maternity and Newborn Support Adoption and Surrogacy Assistance including cryopreservation when part of fertility treatment
• Paid Parental Leave (Inclusive of Maternity Paternity Adoption Surrogacy) at eligibility
• Travel & lodging for those who cant access care
• Back-up dependent Care and Tutoring

Fresh and LVMH Perks and Discounts

• Fresh In-Store Discounts and Gratis
• LVMH Group Friends and Family Sales across all divisions within LVMH: Wines and Spirits Watches and Jewelry Perfumes and Cosmetics Fashion and Leather Goods etc.
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits through Wage Works
• Additional Health Club Discounts Sporting/Entertainment Ticket Discounts Insurance Discounts (Pet renters home)

Health Care

• Medical dental and vision

Retirement and Additional Benefits

• 401k with Company Match Additional Employer Contribution at eligibility

Fresh provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race color religion religious creed national origin ancestry citizenship sex gender (including gender identity and expression) pregnancy age sexual orientation physical or mental disability medical condition genetic information sexual orientation marital status familial status veteran status or any other legally protected status under applicable federal state or local laws. We are committed to fostering a professional work environment free from discrimination and harassment including discrimination and harassment based on all protected categories.

The salary range for this role is $80000 - $105000 USD. 

This role is based in Jersey City New Jersey.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time