fresh (LVMH Perfumes & Cosmetics) is hiring a LVMH Perfumes & Cosmetics Associate Manager, Packaging ...

fresh, part of LVMH Perfumes & Cosmetics, is looking for an Associate Manager, Packaging Development to support company growth by developing and implementing innovative packaging for our Promo Category, including set boxes, GWP, and collateral items. Reporting to the Vice President, Product Innovation, you will work cross-functionally with Global partners and external vendors, with a focus on sustainable packaging and project management.

What You'll Do

• Execute the development and qualification of packaging solutions for Promo category that meet brand aesthetics, consumer use, manufacturing capability, quality, 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 We're Looking For

• BS/BA degree in Package Engineering/Technology/Science or related engineering field.
• Minimum 3 years relevant experience in Packaging Development.
• 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.

Nice to Have

• Experience in Gifting packaging development.
• CAD literacy.

Team & Environment

Reports to the Vice President, Product Innovation. Works cross-functionally with Global partners inclusive of Marketing, Product Development, Packaging Design and Operations.

Benefits & Compensation

• Compensation: USD 80,000 - USD 105,000 yearly.
• 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.
• Free professional consultation, referrals and counseling through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Free 24/7 confidential mental health support.
• 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 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 can’t access care.
• Back-up dependent Care and Tutoring.
• 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).
• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• 401k with Company Match + Additional Employer Contribution at eligibility.

Work Mode

This role will be based in Jersey City, New Jersey.

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.