Global Packaging Artwork Lead

Wella Operations US LLC; Polska; Hybrid; PLN 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

A flexible hybrid work model with the

Remote work from EU up to 30 days

Birthday day off

Annual recognition program

Luxmed medical coverage

Life insurance

Lunch card

Multisport card

Commute support

Product samples

Team bonding funding

Referral bonuses

Modern workspace

Product discounts

Job summary

Wella Company is seeking a Packaging Artwork Project Specialist to lead the development of packaging artwork from design through production release. You will manage multiple projects concurrently, collaborating with cross-functional teams and external suppliers to ensure on-time delivery and high quality.

You will drive schedules, coach teams, analyze artwork metrics, and implement improvements while maintaining strong partnerships with internal studios and printers.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in supply chain, project management, or artwork.
• Fluent English, written and spoken, and proficiency in MS Office.
• Nice to have experience with ESKO WebCenter and/or MS Project, as well as knowledge of pre-press, printing processes, materials and substrates.

Responsibilities

• Drive development of packaging artwork from design phase to printing and production release.
• Lead artwork project schedules, collaborating with cross-functional teams and external suppliers.
• Coach and train cross-functional team members on artwork processes and tools.
• Own delivery of key artwork process metrics.
• Initiate and lead artwork meetings to address issues and drive decisions.
• Lead root-cause analysis and implement fixes for final artwork rejections.
• Drive continuous improvements and efficiency in artwork processes.
• Build and maintain relationships with studio and suppliers and review performance.

Skills

Ownership

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Growth mindset

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Fluent English

Tools

MS Office

ESKO WebCenter

MS Project

Pre-press knowledge

Job description

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Packaging Artwork Project Specialist (Artwork Project Specialist) role is to lead artwork development process for new product initiatives, from the design phase until production release to the supplier. You will manage simultaneously multiple projects that may be at different points in the project cycle, and you will need to be comfortable with a high level of complexity.

You will join the Global Hair Artwork Team which contributes to global initiatives delivery. We collaborate cross-functionally and strive to deliver 100% of artworks right-first-time, on-time, with zero quality defects and with high contribution to cost saving.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Drive on your own the development of packaging artwork from the design phase until printing as a trusted artwork expert and a valued business partner.
• Lead the artwork project schedule to deliver artwork in synchronization with the overall initiative schedule and per initiative success criteria, collaborating with a multi-functional team and external suppliers.
• Lead, coach and train your multi-functional team members on artwork process and tools.
• Own the delivery of key artworkprocess metrics.
• Initiate and lead artwork meetings to address, resolve or escalate issues, driving the decision-making process within Initiative team and with external business partners.
• Lead root-cause analysis and implementation of structural fixes in case of final artwork rejections, and request action plans from a multi-functional team for results improvement.
• Drive continuous improvements and efficiency in Artwork processes.
• Build strong relationships and maintain them with the graphic artwork studio, print suppliers, and lead their regular performance reviews.

WHAT WE WANT YOU TO BRING ALONG

Strong ownership, autonomy, and ability to effectively prioritize work in a dynamic environment.

Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate with and influence cross-functional teams and external suppliers.

Growth mindset, resilience to change, and ability to quickly adapt plans and actions to changing circumstances.

Strong analytical skills, with the ability to translate data into clear insights and support decision-making.

High attention to detail.

Minimum 2 years of experience in supply chain, project management, or artwork.

Fluent English, written and spoken, and proficiency in MS Office.

Nice to have: Experience with ESKO WebCenter and/or MS Project, as well as knowledge of pre-press, printing processes, materials, and substrates.

WHAT WE OFFER

At the heart of our company is a commitment to nurturing growth, health, and happiness. That’s why we offer:

• A flexible hybrid work modelwith the bonus of shorter Fridays all year long.
• A birthday gift of a day off—spend it with those who matter most!
• The freedom to work remotely from EU for up to 30 days annually on a permanent contract.
• A day off for every full year with us (up to five extra days) to celebrate your dedication.
• Quarterly and annual recognition program that comes with financial rewards.
• Comprehensive Luxmed medical coverage.
• Life insurance to keep you and your loved ones protected.
• A lunch card to fuel your productivity.
• A Multisport card to keep you active and healthy.
• Support for your commute (public transport)
• Exciting product gifts four times a year and opportunities to sample new products.
• Funding for team bonding and integration activities.
• Bonuses for life’s special moments (like marriage or the birth of a child) and for long-term service.
• Generous referral bonuses when you recommend new talent.
• A modern workspace with collaborative areas and a calendar full of cool events and gatherings.
• Discounts on our products in the online shop.

ABOUT THE WELLA COMPANY

Together,WEenable individuals to look, feel, and be their true selves.

Wella Company is one of the world’s leading beauty companies, comprised of a family of iconic brands such as Wella Professionals, Clairol, OPI, Nioxin and ghd. With 6,000 employees globally, presence in over 100 countries, Wella Company and its brands enable consumers to look, feel, and be their true selves. As innovators in the hair and nail industry, Wella Company empowers its people to delight consumers, inspire beauty professionals, engage communities, and deliver sustainable growth to its stakeholders.

We offer equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Wella Company with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us at: https://www.wellacompany.com/consumer-affairs

We strongly believe that cultivating a diverse workplace gives a company strength. The combination of unique skills, abilities, experiences and backgrounds creates an environment that produces extraordinary results. EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled.

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