Artwork Project manager

Propelis; Madrid; Hybrid; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Propelis is seeking a Graphic Packaging Manager/Artwork Project Manager to coordinate packaging artwork projects for a premier beverage brand. The role links marketing, studios and production partners to ensure quality, consistency and timely delivery across a multi-market packaging portfolio.

The position requires 3–4 years in graphic arts or packaging artwork management, strong knowledge of printing processes, and a collaborative, solutions-focused mindset. Hybrid work arrangement in Madrid.

Qualifications

• 3–4 years design/pre-press agency experience in project management, artwork coordination, print and production industry or similar role on the client side.
• Strong technical skills, knowledge of the graphic chain and packaging (artwork and reprography), printing processes (offset, dry offset, flexo, rotogravure), proofing and colour management.
• Experience in cross-functional teams, managing agency relationships, and packaging artwork projects from brief development through to print execution.
• Collaborative, proactive problem-solver with attention to detail and customer service focus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the artwork production between our team and clients.
• Follow-up of the production and deadlines, manage and coordinate projects, and be responsible for the On-time & On-quality delivery.
• Be responsible for the development and execution of packaging ranges.
• Perform quality control.
• Support teams and provide training to new members of our customer teams involved in the artwork process.
• Drive continuous improvement pipeline for artwork process and ensure alignment with global artwork process.
• Be the guardian of brand guidelines.
• Build, maintain and develop effective & positive working relationships across the supply chain.

Skills

Graphic arts

Project management

Artwork coordination

Packaging workflows

Tools

Reprographics

Job description

With more than 150 years of industry-leading experience, the businesses of SGS & Co and SGK are uniting to form SGX—a powerful force in innovative packaging production. Building on the legacy of trusted service since 1947 and 1953, SGX will deliver the full suite of packaging graphics, plate and cylinder production, and metal deco services to brand owners, retailers, and printers—all with a focus on reducing complexity, delivering flawless in-market execution, and leveraging global reach to drive consistency and impact at scale.

We are looking for a Graphic Packaging Manager/ Artwork Project manager to join our onsite team and support one of the world's most recognised beverage brands. In this role, you will coordinate packaging artwork projects across multiple stakeholders, ensuring the smooth delivery of graphic assets from briefing through to final artwork approval.

Acting as the link between marketing teams, artwork studios and production partners, you will help drive quality, consistency and operational excellence across a diverse packaging portfolio. The ideal candidate will bring experience in FMCG packaging, artwork management or graphic production, together with a strong understanding of packaging workflows and print production processes.

Key responsibilities:

• Coordinate the artwork production between our team and clients
• Follow-up of the production and deadlines, manage and coordinate projects, and be responsible for the On-time & On-quality delivery
• Be responsible for the development and execution of packaging ranges
• Perform quality control
• Support teams and provide training to new members of our customer teams involved in the artwork process
• Drive continuous improvement pipeline for artwork process and ensure alignment with global artwork process
• Be the guardian of brand guidelines
• Build, maintain and develop effective & positive working relationships, and wider supply chain becoming a trusted advisor and enabling first class service.
• Take full ownership of the daily on-site relationship with the relevant marketing team and supporting departments

You will have…

• Experience in graphic arts - 3-4 years design/pre-press agency experience in project management, artwork coordination, print and production industry or similar role on the client side
• Strong technical skills, excellent knowledge of the graphic chain and packaging (artwork and reprography), printing processes (offset, dry offset, flexo, rotogravure), proofing and colour manage
• ment.Experience in working in cross-functional teams, managing agency relationships, and experience managing packaging artwork projects from brief development through to print execution.
• A collaborative, positive and solutions focused-mindset and proactive problem-solver. Agile and independent, with the desire to take the initiative on projects and learn/grow.
• Unparalleled attention-to-detail and quality. Ability to evaluate and approve artwork files for accuracy.
• A rigorous mindset, coupled with an organized approach and a customer service focus
• Exposure to complex FMCG environments (e.g. beverage or multi-market packaging portfolios)
• The ability to work autonomously

Additional info:

Permanent contract , full time

Work arrangement: Hybrid 2 days working from office, 3 days working from home

Some travel might be required (normally twice a year)

The businesses of SGS & Co and SGK have united to form Propelis, a go-to-market ecosystem that enables marketers to move their brands forward with greater speed, clarity, and confidence. Our broad range of integrated solutions include brand creative, packaging, print solutions, branded environments, and content production. Services are delivered through our family of brands: SGX, Marks, Equator, Collide, and 5Flow. With a combined legacy spanning more than 150 years, Propelis commences operations with 10,000 employees in 30+ countries, nearly $1 billion in annual sales, and a diverse client base of over 2,000 leading companies.