Job Description
Part of the Interparfums group founded in 1982, Interparfums USA develops, manufactures and distributes prestige fragrances as the exclusive worldwide licensee for Abercrombie & Fitch, Anna Sui, DKNY, Donna Karan, Dunhill, Graff, GUESS, Hollister, MCM, Oscar de la Renta, Roberto Cavalli, Salvatore Ferragamo and Ungaro. Through its global distribution network, the Company’s products are sold in over 120 countries.
The Senior Manager, Packaging Development & Sourcing will manage, develop and launch new product and packaging solutions into the market, in addition to cost-saving initiatives and continuous improvement opportunities. This role may manage direct reports at the Jr Manager or Manager level.
To succeed in this role, you will have a technical background in packaging engineering, understand various fragrance packaging materials and configurations, and are able to execute multiple projects at once. Prior people management experience is required.
This position is based in office from Mondays-Thursdays, and remote on Fridays.
Key Responsibilities
Manage packaging solutions for up to two brands, providing comprehensive feasibility and influencing of each concept in terms of manufacturability, cost of goods, investments, and preliminary lead times
Work with outside vendor and subcontracting partners to define specifications, design criteria, quality parameters, and expectations from component production through filing and assembly
Responsible for recommendation of sourcing and supply chain strategy within a global portfolio of vendors
Ensure all programs meet the needs of the Brand while maintaining design, quality, cost, functionality, manufacturability objectives, and on time delivery
Evaluate risks and develop clear mitigation plans to the Operations team
Drive innovation by presenting new packaging concepts, technologies, and market trends both within and outside o the industry to continuously support innovation
Support on-going business to ensure stock coverage
Coach and develop direct reports.
Perform other related duties as assigned
Education/Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering or related field
5+ years of packaging development or engineering experience within Fragrance/Cosmetics/CPG industries
Prior people management experience.
Required Skills
Relevant understanding of packaging manufacturing, contract manufacturing production processes
Technical competency and materials knowledge including but not limited to: injection molding, glass forming and decoration, dispensing systems, folding carton/rigid box design
Excellent communication skills, including written, verbal, and presentation; comfortable and credible with both internal and external partners
Self-starter who will thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environment
Possess a strong sense of urgency and ability to multi-task and pivot
We Offer
The salary range for this position is
$160,000 – $190,000 annually , commensurable with skills, experience, and qualifications
Bonus opportunity based on personal and business performance
Robust healthcare, insurance, and benefit options
Paid time off policies including vacation, personal, holiday, and sick days
401K plus company match
Options to support development, including complimentary access to LinkedIn Learning
An entrepreneurial career with a dynamic environment where all voices are heard and appreciated
Low hierarchy with high visibility to C-Suite on a regular basis
A growing company with a proven track record of solid financial stability
Interparfums USA, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing fair and equitable employment opportunities in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
