Job Description

Duration: This contract position is temporary through 12/31/2025.

Strategic Leadership in Brand Design:

• Manage and lead medium complexity and medium impact business initiatives with a day-to-day perspective of the organization.
• Drive the strategic development and implementation of the overall design vision for select brands.
• Collaborate with marketing teams and design partners to ensure the execution of design principles that align with the broader brand strategy.
• Assist in maintaining global brand consistency by contributing to and adhering to brand governance frameworks

Collaboration with Cross-Functional Teams:

• Partner with cross-functional teams, including Marketing, Packaging, Engineering, and Insights, to align design strategies with overall business goals.
• Work closely with Senior Brand Design Manager, providing input and support to ensure design initiatives reflect the global brand vision and marketing strategy.

Project and Resource Management:

• Lead the planning and execution of design projects in collaboration with the Senior Design Manager, managing tasks within defined schedules and budgets.
• Support the creation of Design Briefs and Project Plans, ensuring high standards in packaging and other brand experience projects.
• Collaborate with external creative partners, such as agencies, photographers, and illustrators, to maintain quality and consistency in design work.
• Monitor project timelines and budget adherence, ensuring seamless handoffs and integration from design to production.

Communication and Influence:

• Effectively communicate and execute design vision and strategy to internal stakeholders to ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Develop and deliver presentations that convey creative strategies and influence design decisions throughout the organization.

Requirements:

• Complex CPG brand portfolio experience is critical.
• Creative and Strategic Thinking - Would love to see candidates who have led large transformations in a business.
• Leader - While you may not focus on overseeing the entire project, your strengths lie in your ability to dive into the work, ensure quality and precision, and efficiently execute their responsibilities.
• Organization Skills - Hyper important you can use your left brain to organize and be aware of all details.
• A Bachelor's Degree in Design or a related field is required.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in brand design.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, GSuite, and other relevant design software/tools.
• A portfolio showcasing expertise in CPG design and design strategy.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement successful design strategies.
• Familiarity with printing processes.
• Strong understanding of the design process from concept to execution.
• Laser-sharp project management skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with cross-functional collaboration.
• Meticulous attention to detail, with excellent typography and color management skills.
• Ability to inspire and contribute to a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Flexible, open team player with a positive attitude and the ability to work autonomously in a global context

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