Manager, Packaging Development & Sourcing

Institute of Packaging Professionals; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunity

Healthcare options

Paid time off

Job summary

Interparfums USA, LLC is seeking a Manager of Packaging Development & Sourcing to lead and launch new packaging solutions for prestige fragrances. You will evaluate manufacturability, cost, and timelines while coordinating with vendors worldwide.

The role requires a Packaging Engineering background and 5+ years in fragrance packaging development, including glass forming. Office-based with Monday–Thursday onsite and remote Fridays, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering or related field
• 5+ years in packaging development within Fragrance/Cosmetics industries
• Prior experience with glass forming is required
• Experience with packaging manufacturing and contract manufacturing production processes

Responsibilities

• Provide feasibility assessments of concepts/packages in terms of manufacturability, cost of goods, investments, and lead times
• Collaborate with outside vendors to define specifications, design criteria, quality parameters, and expectations from production through filing and assembly
• Recommend sourcing and supply chain strategy within a global vendor portfolio
• Ensure programs meet brand needs while balancing design, quality, cost, functionality, and on-time delivery
• Identify risks and develop mitigation plans for Operations
• Drive packaging innovation by presenting new concepts, technologies, and market trends
• Support ongoing business to ensure stock coverage
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills

Packaging manufacturing

Packaging materials knowledge

Communication skills

Self-starter

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering or related field

5+ years packaging development in Fragrance/Cosmetics

Glass forming experience

Job description

Part of the Interparfums group founded in 1982, Interparfums USA develops, manufactures and distributes prestige fragrances as the exclusive worldwide licensee for Abercrombie & Fitch, Anna Sui, DKNY, Donna Karan, Dunhill, Graff, GUESS, Hollister, MCM, Oscar de la Renta, Roberto Cavalli, Salvatore Ferragamo and Ungaro. Through its global distribution network, the Company’s products are sold in over 120 countries.

The Manager, Packaging Development & Sourcing will manage, develop and launch new product and packaging solutions into the market, in addition to cost-saving initiatives and continuous improvement opportunities. To succeed in this role, you will have a technical background in Packaging Engineering, understand various fragrance packaging materials and configurations, and are able to execute multiple projects at once.

This position is based in office from Mondays-Thursdays, and remote on Fridays.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive feasibility and influence of each concept or package in terms of manufacturability, cost of goods, investments, and preliminary lead times
• Work with outside vendor and subcontracting partners to define specifications, design criteria, quality parameters, and expectations from component production through filing and assembly
• Responsible for recommendation of sourcing and supply chain strategy within a global portfolio of vendors
• Ensure all programs meet the needs of the Brand while maintaining design, quality, cost, functionality, manufacturability objectives, and on time delivery
• Evaluate risks and develop clear mitigation plans to the Operations team
• Drive innovation by presenting new packaging concepts, technologies, and market trends both within and outside o the industry to continuously support innovation
• Support on-going business to ensure stock coverage
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering or related field
• 5+ years in of packaging development of engineering experience within Fragrance/Cosmetics industries
• Prior experience with glass forming required.

Required Skills

• Relevant understanding of packaging manufacturing, contract manufacturing production processes
• Technical competency and materials knowledge including: injection molding, glass forming and decoration, dispensing systems and folding carton/rigid box design
• Excellent communication skills, including written, verbal, and presentation; comfortable and credible with both internal and external partners
• Self-starter who will thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Possess a strong sense of urgency and ability to multi-task and pivot

Travel Requirements

This position may require travel based on business needs. Travel may include visits to company locations, clients, vendors, industry events, or other business-related activities. The frequency and duration of travel will vary depending on business demands and may include occasional overnight stays. Employees must be able and willing to travel as required to successfully perform the essential functions of the role.

We Offer

• The salary range for this position is $130,000 – $150,000 annually, commensurable with skills, experience, and qualifications
• Bonus opportunity based on personal and business performance
• Robust healthcare, insurance, and benefit options
• Paid time off policies including vacation, personal, holiday, and sick days
• 401K plus company match
• Options to support development, including complimentary access to LinkedIn Learning
• An entrepreneurial career with a dynamic environment where all voices are heard and appreciated
• Low hierarchy with high visibility to C-Suite on a regular basis
• A growing company with a proven track record of solid financial stability

Interparfums USA, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing fair and equitable employment opportunities in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.