Associate Graphics Manager

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The Associate Graphics Manager is responsible for overall management of all packaged design initiatives for a selected set of brands. The position functions as the liaison between marketing/business managers and design consultancies, pre-press companies and print vendors. The Associate Graphics Manager will collaborate with marketing/business development for design development phases; lead the project through design approvals, information & content gathering and print production and work closely with cross functional teams throughout the process.

Core Responsibilities:

• Manages the daily art workflow process for package design and other selected projects collaborating with design consultancies, graphics management, print and pre-press vendors and marketing management to ensure timely implementation and production. 
• Anticipates obstacles/problems/bottlenecks and acts proactively to avoid and/or prepare contingencies. 
• Manages collection and organization of all content for packaging – dielines, photos/illustrations, cooking instructions, nutritionals, ingredients, UPCs, etc and communicate to design consultancies. 
• Orchestrates review and approval of all packaging design, working closely with cross-functional team (Marketing, Business Development, Regulatory, Commercialization, R&D, Operations, Engineering, & Plant personnel, etc.). 
• Establishes and maintains project timelines for design development and production, develops and manages budgets for production. 
• Attends weekly standing project and graphics team meetings, to track schedules and production timing across multiple projects. 
• Manages design development for corrugated displays & boxes. 
• Provides technical guidance and input across multiple printing processes to ensure that final printed packaging meets quality & color expectations. Attends initial press runs as needed.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accreditedfour-year college or university in Graphic Design, Marketing or related field and 3+ years relevant experience inproject management for print/marketing/package design, print production and/or agency/design firm client service, or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
• Experience acting as a lead by providing training, coaching or mentoring to less experienced staff or through managing a process or project. 
• Strong knowledge of print production management. 
• Moderate proficiency and knowledge of Adobe Illustrator. 
• Strong proficiency in Apple OS and MS Office. 
• Ability to make minor revisions to production files in Adobe Illustrator, a plus. 
• Strong attention to detail in both written and verbal communication. 
• Ability to communicate effectively and develop positive relationships when part of a dynamic and cross-functional team. 
• Well organized and able to handle multiple projects & priorities. 
• Willingness to learn new things and with a focus on continuous improvement. 
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time. 
• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment. 
• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.