Packaging Project Lead

prattexternalcareersite; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Pratt Industries, America's 5th largest paper and packaging company, is seeking a Project Manager to lead customer and product-group initiatives. You will coordinate with account management, graphic design, marketing, sourcing, production and shipping to keep projects on schedule.

The ideal candidate has a 4-year degree and 1–3 years in retail or related fields, with strong communication, leadership, and process skills. You will participate in continuous improvement and ensure GMPs and safety.

Qualifications

• 4 Year Bachelor Degree.
• 1–3 years’ experience in the Retail Industry or related field such as product design, printing, corrugated or advertising.
• Understands the basics of printing and converting for packaging and/or displays, as well as product sourcing and development processes.
• Strong Computer Skills (Windows, Email, Word, Excel, Team Work/Project Scheduling).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates leadership ability and can work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead project management for assigned customers or product groups.
• Serve as liaison among cross-functional teams to keep on critical path.
• Develop project plans, schedules, and data for downstream tasks.
• Source products/components through outside vendors as needed.
• Coordinate design and structure resources to meet targets.
• Obtain quotes and relay status to stakeholders.
• Ensure on-time delivery and inventory planning for launches.
• Support invoicing and resolve AR issues.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Scheduling

Retail industry knowledge

Printing knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office (Word/Excel)

ERP software

Job description

Pratt Industries, America's 5th largest paper and packaging company, is seeking a Project Manager to lead customer and product-group initiatives. You will coordinate with account management, graphic design, marketing, sourcing, production and shipping to keep projects on schedule.

The ideal candidate has a 4-year degree and 1–3 years in retail or related fields, with strong communication, leadership, and process skills. You will participate in continuous improvement and ensure GMPs and safety.