Packaging Design & Sourcing Specialist

Packaging Design & Sourcing Specialist 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 167 Rumery Street, South Portland, ME 04106 Hybrid work Full-time Brickell Men's Products 5 reviews

Full-time Packaging Development & Sourcing Specialist Location:

South Portland, Maine Reports to: Director - Creative & Product Design Role Overview We are looking for a highly organized and technical Packaging Development & Sourcing Specialist to lead the end-to-end lifecycle of our physical products. You will sit at the intersection of brand vision and manufacturing reality, turning creative concepts into high-quality, cost-effective, and market-ready packaging solutions. Your mission is to ensure every component—from glass jars to gift-with-purchase (GWP) items—upholds our brand's premium aesthetic while meeting rigorous quality and margin targets. Key Responsibilities1.

End-to-End Packaging Development Concept Execution:

Translate brand vision into functional, visually compelling packaging. Partner with the creative team to select materials, finishes, and structures that differentiate us in the market.

Technical Design:

Collaborate with design refine artwork, inserts, and structural components.

Brand Consistency:

Ensure color matching and finish consistency across all SKUs, materials (glass, plastic, paper), and production batches. 2.

Global Sourcing & Vendor Management Strategic Sourcing:

Identify, vet, and onboard domestic and international suppliers.

Factory Relations:

Act as the primary daily point of contact for manufacturers to track production and troubleshoot real-time issues (e.g., color shifts, tooling errors).

Sampling Management:

Lead the coordination of all sampling stages, from initial prototypes to Pre-Production (PP) and Top-of-Production (TOP) samples. 3.

Cost Optimization & Negotiation Margin Management:

Negotiate unit pricing, Minimum Order Quantities (MOQs), and payment terms to hit aggressive margin targets.

Strategic Savings:

Proactively identify cost-saving opportunities through material engineering or supplier competition.

Market Intelligence:

Monitor global material trends (resin prices, freight, etc.) to manage cost fluctuations. 4.

Quality Assurance & Compliance Rigorous Testing:

Partner with QC to perform durability, compatibility, and "real-world" testing (leakage, stability, shipping resilience).

Compliance & Proofing:

Oversee the final proofing of all labels and packaging copy to ensure regulatory compliance and 100% accuracy.

Quality Standards:

Establish clear SOPs for pre-shipment inspections and ongoing quality audits.

Qualifications Experience:

3-5+ years in packaging development, sourcing, or production (Beauty/CPG experience highly preferred).

Technical Mastery:

Deep understanding of manufacturing processes across plastics, glass, and secondary paper packaging.

Negotiation Skills:

Proven track record of lowering COGS without sacrificing quality.

Detail Obsession:

A "eagle eye" for color, typography, and structural integrity.

Communication:

Ability to manage international vendors across different time zones and cultural nuances.

Cross-Functional Project Leadership:

Proven track record of spearheading complex, multi-departmental initiatives by aligning diverse stakeholders, managing end-to-end project lifecycles, and utilizing [Agile/Waterfall/Scrum] methodologies to deliver results on time and within budget.

Physical Requirements:

This position requires continuous work on a computer for up to 8 hours per day. Candidates must be able to remain in a stationary position for an extended period with or without reasonable accommodation. Compensation is negotiable depending on the depth and relevance of your demonstrated experience.

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): Please review the job description and confirm 'Yes' or 'No' that you able to perform the duties and meet the physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates who do not respond to this question will be automatically rejected. What level of experience do you have in Adobe Illustrator? Basic, Intermediate, Advanced. What level of experience do you have in Adobe Photoshop? Basic, Intermediate, Advanced? Ability to

Commute:

South Portland, ME 04106 (Required)

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in South Portland, ME 04106