Coordinator, Package Development

HOURGLASS COSMETICS — Coordinator, Package Development (Hybrid Role)

Connected by creativity and driven by purpose. Hourglass Cosmetics is a vegan and cruelty-free beauty brand, redefining luxury cosmetics with high-performance products, innovative formulas, and award-winning franchises. Recognized by Forbes, Fast Company and Time Magazine as one of the most inventive beauty companies, Hourglass leads the industry with its breakthrough products and its commitment to animal welfare. Founded in 2004, Hourglass is globally available in 32 markets and over 4,600 doors including Sephora, Ulta, Neiman Marcus, Selfridges, Space NK and more. Hourglass became part of the Unilever Prestige division in 2017. Discover more about the Hourglass brand story and mission on our website hourglasscosmetics.com.

The Coordinator of Package Development reports to the Director of Package Development. The Package Development team is responsible for all new development with a focus on innovation and sustainability. This role provides general support to the Packaging team while gaining an in-depth understanding of the development process for color and skincare packaging from concept through execution.

What You Do

• Support the Packaging team in all stages of development
• Develop in-depth knowledge and understanding of timelines, materials, deco processes, testing, etc.
• Create bill of materials and fill and assembly instructions
• Create and submit artwork requests for all primary and secondary packaging by collecting dielines and all required pack information for the Production Artist or Creative department
• Review and approve artwork for accuracy and completeness checking every aspect of packaging materials, labels, and product details to minimize errors and maintain consistency across packaging
• Assist in developing secondary packaging with vendors
• Review and distribute primary packaging range boards
• Create and issue primary packaging and finished good standards
• Maintain and organize packaging retains and archive
• Help maintain packaging and product specification databases
• Create packaging PO’s for tooling, dies, samples, etc.
• Support team in coordinating product samples for photoshoots, retailers, and marketing needs
• Send and receive packages
• Gain an understanding of project quotations and cost of goods
• Establish and build relationships with internal and external partners
• Responsible for coordinating meetings and attend as needed
• Additional projects as assigned
  
  

What You’ll Gain

• A deep knowledge of packaging from a technical, aesthetic, and quality perspective
• In-depth and holistic understanding of the specific details of the Package Development process
• In-depth understanding of the brand’s calendar, strategy, and innovation opportunities
• An understanding of Hourglass’ voice and point of view in the luxury beauty space
• An opportunity to take part in creating new and innovative color and skincare products
• Develop collaboration skills with cross-functional teams
  
  

YOU’LL LOVE THIS JOB IF

• You are PASSIONATE about beauty packaging: You are eager to learn about Hourglass as a brand and the luxury beauty space.
• You are a SELF-STARTER and highly RESOURCEFUL: You can work independently by following and executing directions given and come to the table with solutions.
• You are extremely ORGANIZED and AGILE: You are not overwhelmed by the thought of tackling multiple tasks at a time and are able to prioritize tasks by urgency.
• You are meticulously DETAIL ORIENTED: You appreciate the importance of having detailed and precise information and have an impeccable eye for aesthetics.
• You are a strong COMMUNICATOR: You are a people person and collaborate well with others.
  
  

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience working at a cosmetics brand
• Luxury experience is preferred, but not required
• Meticulous attention to detail, consistency, and accuracy
• Strong skills in anticipating needs and demonstrating a proactive approach to job responsibilities
• Exceptional time management and organization skills and able to tackle multiple tasks based on priority
• Agile and able to switch gears immediately when necessary
• Creative thinker and able to think outside the box
• Comfortable asking questions
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Positive personality: able to take on new challenges as they come
• Proficient in Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook
• Must be able to work from Corporate Office at least 60% of the time
  
  

The expected hourly range for this position is $30 - $33/hr. The exact base salary is determined by various factors including experience, skills, education, geographic location, and budget.

This position is also eligible for participation in the company discretionary bonus plan, based on personal performance and company results.

In addition to base salary, Hourglass Cosmetics offers a competitive benefits package to eligible employees, including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, disability insurance, retirement savings plans and company match, paid family leave, education-related programs, paid holidays, discretionary vacation time, and more.

Hourglass is an organization committed to diversity and inclusion to drive its business results and to create a better future every day for its diverse employees, global consumers, partners and communities. If you are an individual with a disability and need accommodation in order to apply for a job listing, please contact us at 310-392-7799 or careers@hourglasscosmetics.com.

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