Packaging Account Coordinator - Contract

Fish Agency; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in retail design seeks a Packaging Account Coordinator in Winnipeg. The ideal candidate will support project management and coordinate packaging design and rollout for major Canadian brands. This role requires strong organization, communication skills, and a background in packaging or retail merchandising.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-3 years related experience, preferably in retail or CPG.
• Track record of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience in client communication and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects through all stages of execution and delivery.
• Coordinate internal workflows and gather package assets.
• Oversee production timelines and manage project-related controls.

Skills

Project Management

Account Coordination

Attention to Detail

Communication

Education

Post-secondary program

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Position Title:Packaging Account Coordinator - CONTRACT

ROLE SUMMARY

Are you interested in joining an innovative team who’s transforming the retail landscape? Are you passionate about retail and making a difference for your clients? If so, let's talk.

At the Fish Agency, we’ve been at the cutting edge of retail design for 25 years, helping brands connect with consumers in meaningful ways. We’re driven by a passion for creating bold, sales-driving brands and experiences that make an impact. We specialize in brand design, packaging, communications, and store experiences, offering a comprehensive range of services spanning traditional and digital channels.

Our approach is rooted in creativity and strategy. From branding to store design, we create experiences that enhance how consumers interact with products and brands. Our work is thoughtful, strategic, and focused on creating intuitive, compelling touchpoints that drive conversion and engagement at every level.

We're looking for a Packaging Account Coordinator to join our growing team. The ideal candidate has strong project and account coordination skills with a background in packaging design and rollout. Experience in similar environments (retail merchandising, etc.) is also considered very relevant.

This role is based in Winnipeg and will be on-site at our client, an iconic Canadian retailer.

ROLE DESCRIPTION

• Help to manage projects as part of a team through all stages of execution and delivery to ensure the work is on time, accurate, and on budget.
• Specifically, supports the delivery of brand and campaign assets in alignment with our client’s marketing calendar
• Understand business requirements, gather package assets, write briefs and coordinate internal workflows while working with all internal and client stakeholders in the context of a well-defined process
• Works with our client teams to develop packaging refresh schedule
• Oversees packaging workflow and timelines, ensures production timelines are met, identify risks and roadblocks and proactively works to prevent or resolve them.
• Review creative, copy/layout with a keen eye for accuracy and brand and strategic compliance.
• Report on project progress to agency and client and other stakeholder teams.
• Manage project-related controls such as dockets, cost trackers, digital asset libraries and workflow tools.
• Help manage financial aspects of projects - including estimates, billing spreadsheets, reconciliations and budget management.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• You completed a post-secondary program and have a minimum of 1-3 years’ related experience either on client or design studio side – some studio/professional services experience preferred but not mandatory.
• You have experience working with clients, ideally (but not essential) in the retail or CPG industry or have similar experience in industry.
• You’ve successfully coordinated multiple, simultaneous projects, delivering on time and on budget.
• Your superior organizational skills with acute attention to detail help you meet deadlines without sacrificing quality.
• You enjoy working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• You work well within a team environment, have lots of fun and roll with the punches.
• You are respectful and considerate of other points of view and collaborate well with colleagues and clients.
• You confidently communicate with your peers, superiors and client partners.
• You confidently use MS Office tools (Word, PowerPoint and Excel) or similar