Packaging Development Manager

SKIMS; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with match

Unlimited PTO

Employee discounts

Free weekly catered lunch

Job summary

SKIMS Beauty is seeking a Packaging Development Manager to design and develop primary and secondary packaging across its portfolio. The role blends creative excellence with technical rigor, translating brand vision into manufacturable packaging solutions.

You will partner with Product Development, Brand, Creative, Regulatory, and Operations to deliver packaging that is iconic and scalable, while supporting sustainability initiatives and cost efficiency.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of packaging design experience in beauty, cosmetics, consumer goods, or luxury brands.
• Strong portfolio showing packaging design, structure thinking, and brand expression.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop).
• Experience with 3D mockups and advanced packaging tooling.

Responsibilities

• Design primary and secondary packaging across beauty categories.
• Translate brand strategy into functional packaging concepts and dielines.
• Develop structures and artwork in collaboration with engineers and suppliers.
• Collaborate with Product Development, Regulatory, Quality and Operations to ensure compliant, scalable packaging.

Skills

Packaging design

Brand expression

Adobe Suite

3D tools

Cross-functional

Production knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in design

Tools

Adobe Dimension

Cinema 4D

Artios CAD

Job description

Compensation: $120,000 - $135,000 / year

Department: Production and Sourcing

Location: Los Angeles HQ

Compensation: $120,000 - $135,000 / year

Description

About SKIMS Beauty

SKIMS is a solutions-oriented brand redefining modern essentials through innovation, inclusivity, and design excellence. With the expansion of SKIMS Beauty, packaging plays a critical role in shaping the consumer experience—where performance, aesthetics, and brand storytelling meet.

We are seeking a Packaging Development Manager to create innovative, elevated, and commercially scalable packaging solutions that bring the SKIMS Beauty brand to life across all products and channels

Role Overview

The Packaging Development Manager will be responsible for designing and developing primary and secondary packaging across SKIMS Beauty’s portfolio. This role blends creative excellence with technical rigor—translating brand vision into manufacturable, compliant, and best-in-class packaging solutions.

You will partner closely with Product Development, Brand, Creative, Regulatory, and Operations to deliver packaging that is both iconic and operationally sound.

Key Responsibilities

Packaging Design & Development

• Design primary and secondary packaging across all beauty categories.
• Translate brand strategy and product briefs into distinctive, functional packaging concepts.
• Develop dielines, structures, and artwork in collaboration with engineering and suppliers.

Brand Expression & Visual Excellence

• Ensure all packaging reflects SKIMS Beauty’s visual identity, tone, and premium positioning.
• Partner with Creative and Brand to evolve packaging systems and design standards.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Product Development, Regulatory, Quality, and Operations to ensure packaging is compliant, scalable, and manufacturable.
• Support packaging readiness for new product launches.

Technical Execution

• Prepare production-ready files, specs, and documentation.
• Review proofs, samples, and pre-production runs for accuracy and quality.

Vendor & Production Support

• Partner with packaging suppliers and manufacturers on feasibility, cost, and timelines.
• Participate in vendor reviews, sampling, and troubleshooting.

Sustainability & Innovation

• Support sustainable packaging initiatives and material innovation.
• Identify opportunities to improve functionality, cost, and environmental impact.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• 4+ years of packaging design experience in beauty, cosmetics, consumer products, or luxury goods.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating packaging design, structural thinking, and brand expression.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop)
• Adobe Dimension, Cinema 4D, Blender, Artios CAD or a similar 3D mock up tool
• Working knowledge of packaging materials, printing processes, and production workflows.
• Experience working cross-functionally in fast-paced product development environments.

Core Competencies

• Strong design sensibility with attention to detail and craft
• Highly collaborative and cross-functional partner
• Technically curious with strong production discipline
• Organized, deadline-driven, and solutions-oriented
• Passion for beauty, design, and brand storytelling

Why Join SKIMS Beauty

This is an opportunity to help define the packaging language of a new global beauty platform. As Packaging Designer, you will play a key role in shaping how consumers experience SKIMS Beauty—from shelf to unboxing to everyday use.

Benefits, Culture and Perks

Benefits and Culture

• Up to 100% Company Paid Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
• Kind Body Fertility Benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with up to 4% match
• Unlimited PTO
• Full Access to LinkedIn learning
• Employee Discounts

Perks (HQ Location)

• Free weekly catered lunch at HQ – M/T/W/Th
• Dog-Friendly office on a Thursday and Friday
• Free Swag Giveaways
• Annual Holiday Party
• Annual Summer Party
• Invitations to pop-ups and other company events
• Complimentary daily office snacks and beverages