Launched in 2015, SOL DE JANEIRO is an award-winning, fast-growing premium global lifestyle beauty brand inspired by the beauty rituals and attitude of the beaches of Rio. Our brand purpose is to spark endless self-celebration and joy through the power and warmth of the Brazilian spirit. This philosophy extends from our products to our corporate culture. We are leaders, permanently inquisitive, category obsessed, incredibly diverse, self-demanding, true team players, and we are all Brazilian in Spirit.Headquartered in New York and launched as a digitally native brand, we have expandedglobally with teams in Rio, Paris, London, and Germany. Our commitment to excellence has earned us prestigious honors, including TIME100's 2024 Most Influential Company, Fast Company's 2024 World's Most Innovative Companies and 2023 Brands that Matter, Allure's 2024 Readers' Choice Awards, and WWD's 2023 Beauty Inc Award in the Prestige category. These accolades highlight our dedication to being a leading brand in the beauty industry and an exceptional workplace.The Packaging Development Coordinator is responsible for supporting the Packaging Development Team in the team's functions of packaging development, administrative tasks, shipping and receiving (and tracking) the team's incoming and outgoing FedEx packages, and creation and implementation of new packaging solutions and processes. This role involves proactively liaising on behalf of the Packaging Team between our internal and external partners: Design, Marketing, Operations, Procurement Suppliers, etc. They would also be helping manage quality standards, budget constraints, managing documentation, coordinating schedules, and assisting with project tracking tools to facilitate the development of innovative packaging solutions.Key Responsibilities
- Project Coordination: Assist in the management of packaging development projects from concept to production, ensuring timelines and milestones are met.
- Supplier Liaison: Coordinate with suppliers to source materials and components, ensuring they meet the required specifications and quality standards by helping manage this library of standards.
- Testing and Validation: Assist in the planning and execution of packaging tests to validate performance, durability, and compliance with industry standards.
- Documentation: Maintain detailed records of packaging specifications, test results, project progress, and any changes to design or materials.
- Cross-Functional Support: Collaborate with product development, marketing, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to ensure packaging solutions align with overall project goals.
- Cost Management: Assist in the evaluation of packaging costs and identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
- Continuous Improvement: Contribute to ongoing efforts to improve packaging processes.
- Administrative Support: Provide comprehensive administrative support to the packaging development team, including scheduling meetings, managing calendars, and organizing travel arrangements.
- Documentation Management: Maintain and organize all documentation related to packaging projects, including specifications, test reports, and regulatory compliance records.
- Project Coordination: Assist in tracking project timelines, milestones, and deliverables to ensure projects stay on schedule.
- Communication: Act as a liaison between the packaging development team and other departments, suppliers, and stakeholders, ensuring clear and timely communication.
- Data Entry: Enter and update information in databases and project management systems, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Report Preparation: Prepare reports, presentations, and other documentation as needed to support the packaging development team.
- Inventory Management: Assist in tracking and managing inventory of packaging materials and supplies.
- Quality Assurance: Support the team in maintaining quality standards by organizing and documenting test results and feedback.
Qualifications
- Experience: 3+ years of experience in packaging coordinator or a related field.
- Technical Skills: Familiarity with packaging design software (e.g., ArtiosCAD, Topps, CAPE) and an understanding of packaging materials, language and manufacturing processes.
- Project Management: Basic project management skills with the ability to assist in managing multiple projects.
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment. Proven track record of staying organized and facilitating organization amongst a team.
- Problem-Solving: Good analytical and problem-solving skills. Knowing how and when to escalate things to the team.
- Attention to Detail: High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
- Project Management: Basic project management skills with the ability to assist in managing multiple projects.
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Problem-Solving: Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Attention to Detail: High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
- Regulatory Knowledge: Basic understanding of packaging regulations
- Must be able to commute to job's location five days a week
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required.
#LI-HybridSalary Range$70,000-$80,000 USDIn addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with the possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results.The information contained herein is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee, as these may change or new ones may be assigned at any time.Sol de Janeiro is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.