Product Packaging Development Associate

Product Packaging Development Associate

Requirements

• 1 to 4 years industry experience in either Textile and/or Apparel Manufacturing, Sourcing, Merchandising or Product Development
• Bachelor’s Degree or a minimum of 4 years of additional industry experience directly related to apparel Sourcing or Product Development
• Intermediate understanding of apparel construction and design, fabric qualities, product costing, printing techniques, and merchandising and product development activities
• Advanced grammar and communication skills; capable of interpreting and conveying international business concepts
• Intermediate skills using Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Strong analytical and project management skills; ability to anticipate and proactively arrive at viable solutions
• Demonstrate strong, consistent problem-solving abilities; results driving communication

Responsibilities

• Daily communication with internal teams (Merchandising, Marketing etc.) and PDC partners to lead communication on creative intent development needs.
• Engineer and develop innovative packaging solutions that meet product specifications that aligns with manufacturing capabilities and regulatory requirements.
• Kickoff and communicate all development and changes related to product packaging & labeling.
• Engage in cost negotiations for nominated suppliers and communicate to cross-functional teams.
• Work with Sr Manager to ensure ESG goals are a part of the development process.
• Approve all layouts and colors for packaging vendors for nominated suppliers prior to bulk production.
• Manage all development translations for specific packaging items for international countries.
• Ensure approval of all packaging and labeling development are completed on time.
• Maintain correct and timely packaging & labeling information in Flex PLM, including cost, image and relevant supplier information.
• Maintain size and weight charts for all brands for use on packaging in collaboration with TD and Merchandising.
• Partner with Sr Manager and CGS to remove roadblocks for any production related issues that arise.
• Partner with Product Integrity to ensure all labeling and packaging requirements include care instructions, fiber content and other regulatory requirements for both domestic and international countries of distribution are considered with developing each component.
• Support Sr Manager on special projects to meet customer needs and drive productivity (i.e. Product Packaging Manual, seasonal guidelines, size charts, etc).

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional conduct and communication with matrix-based organizations and global teams
• Ability to assist with special projects such as performing competitor/internal product aesthetics and cost analysis
• Ability to lift small parcels weighing up to 30 lbs.