Senior Manager, Packaging Development

What you'll do

• Lead packaging programs from concept and feasibility through tooling, qualification, production, and launch.
• Define specifications, assess technical risks, review testing, and resolve packaging performance issues.
• Manage suppliers and manufacturers against development milestones, quality standards, and cost objectives.
• Oversee component and artwork approvals, tooling trials, line trials, and initial production runs.
• Maintain Specright specifications and bills of materials while improving workflows and existing packaging.
• Advise cross-functional teams, mentor colleagues, and evaluate packaging innovations and sustainability opportunities.

What they're looking for

• 7+ years in packaging development or engineering, including substantial prestige beauty experience.
• Expertise in cosmetics, skincare, and fragrance packaging materials, tooling, manufacturing, and qualification testing.
• Experience independently leading complex packaging programs and resolving technical issues with suppliers.
• Strong project management skills and experience maintaining specifications, bills of materials, and change records.
• Relevant engineering or materials science bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience; ability to travel internationally and domestically.

Pay

$122,000 – $158,000 per year base pay, as published by the employer. Bonuses, equity and benefits, where offered, are confirmed by the employer.