Packaging Creative Manager

About the role

We are seeking a Packaging Creative Manager to lead the development and execution of trend forward brand packaging across multiple home product categories. This role partners closely with product development, merchandising, and cross functional stakeholders to deliver high quality packaging solutions from concept through shelf. You will guide creative teams, manage vendors, and ensure packaging meets brand, quality, regulatory, and timeline standards in a high volume retail environment. Duration: 7 month. Location: Onsite in Framingham, MA. This position is onsite and requires you to work closely with other individuals in a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the creation of trend forward brand packaging across multiple home categories
• Partner with product development and merchandising to address lifestyle and category needs
• Collaborate with senior product development leaders and trend teams to deliver compelling packaging solutions
• Direct designers, freelancers, contractors, and interns across design and content execution
• Manage packaging from concept through shelf, including approvals, proofing, and pre press readiness
• Ensure vendor packaging quality through established review and approval processes
• Maintain strict adherence to timelines, milestones, and delivery schedules
• Establish acceptable tolerances for print, color, and construction while improving efficiencies
• Manage packaging photography needs, including styling direction and quality standards
• Partner with legal and trademark teams to support brand name research and compliance
• Support special projects as assigned

Qualifications

• Experience in packaging design, packaging development, or creative production
• Proven experience leading designers, freelancers, and external vendors
• Strong knowledge of packaging print production, materials, and color management
• Experience managing timelines, approvals, and cross functional workflows
• Background partnering with product development and merchandising teams
• Familiarity with regulatory, legal, and trademark review processes
• Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining quality and deadlines

Schedule

40 hours per week