Manager, Brand Applications (Packaging)

Abbott; Illinois; On-site; USD 99,300 - 198,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Free medical coverage

Retirement savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Health and wellness benefits

Job summary

Abbott is seeking a Manager, Brand Applications to enhance brand visibility and execute high-quality visual solutions globally. This role involves applying Abbott’s visual identity system across various platforms, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and providing guidance on brand interpretation.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in brand roles, strong project management abilities, and excellent communication skills. Abbott offers a comprehensive benefits package to support your health and wellness.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in brand, design, or marketing roles.
• Hands-on experience applying brand identity systems.
• Strong project management skills capable of managing multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Apply Abbott’s visual identity system across various platforms.
• Partner with teams to translate brand strategy into effective executions.
• Review and provide feedback on creative deliverables.

Skills

Brand identity systems application

Project management

Visual communication

Collaboration with teams

Education

Bachelor's degree in Design or a related field

Job description

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
• Free medical coverage for employees via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO.
• An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution.
• Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity

As Manager, Brand Applications, you will play a key role in bringing Abbott’s brand to life across global touchpoints through consistent, high-quality visual execution. This role sits at the intersection of strategy and execution, translating brand principles into scalable systems that drive clarity, impact, and cohesion. You’ll partner closely with cross‑functional teams to strengthen and evolve Abbott’s brand presence worldwide.

What You’ll Work On

• Apply Abbott’s visual identity system across packaging, product experiences, digital platforms, and marketing collateral.
• Partner with marketing, product, and brand teams to translate brand strategy into clear, effective executions.
• Ensure consistent and compliant use of brand elements across global applications.
• Support development and rollout of scalable design solutions across Abbott’s portfolio.
• Review and provide feedback on creative deliverables to ensure alignment with brand standards.
• Contribute creative thinking to elevate brand expression while maintaining system integrity.
• Develop, organize, and maintain brand assets, templates, and tools for global use.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external agencies to ensure high-quality, application-ready assets.
• Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, providing guidance on brand application and interpretation.
• Support the development and continuous improvement of brand guidelines and governance processes.
• Help teams navigate complex brand decisions with clarity and confidence.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Design or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in brand, design, or marketing roles (agency or in-house).
• Hands‑on experience applying brand identity systems across multiple touchpoints, including packaging and product experiences.
• Experience supporting or managing creative development across digital and traditional channels.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and timelines.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams and external partners.
• Excellent written, verbal, and visual communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to navigate ambiguity with a solutions-oriented mindset.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working within a global, matrixed organization.
• Background supporting brand systems across large, multi‑brand portfolios.
• Experience partnering with legal and regulatory stakeholders on brand applications.
• Familiarity with asset management systems and scalable brand toolkits.
• Strong design sensibility with the ability to balance creativity and system consistency.
• Experience contributing to or evolving brand guidelines and governance frameworks.

Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com

The base pay for this position is $99,300.00 – $198,700.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.