NPD & Design Coordinator

Exceed Human Resource Consultants; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment consultancy in Stellenbosch is seeking an experienced Graphic Designer to provide in-house graphic and packaging design services. Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years' diploma in Graphic Design and 4 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include managing new projects through to first production and ensuring compliance with certification standards. This role involves significant interaction with clients and project management.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-year diploma or other Graphic design qualification.
• Four years' experience in similar environment/role.
• Driver's license essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide an in-house graphic and packaging design service.
• Manage new projects through to first production.
• Confirm all label certifications for accuracy.

Skills

Graphic design

Communication

Project management

Education

Minimum 3-year diploma in Graphic Design

Job description

Reference: 10651 CM

Consultant: Christa Mostert

Responsibilities

• Packaging and Artwork
  • Provide an in-house graphic and packaging design service.
  • Make range extensions and refreshes existing designs to accommodate client's requirements.
  • Liaise with sales representative / clients with regards to client's requirements for new concepts.
  • Prepare artwork for all certified wines for relevant certification approvals.
• Dry Goods
  • Acquire quotes for dry goods when necessary.
  • Maintain files on dry goods for reference and audit.
  • Confirm all label certifications (Fairtrade, SAWIS, Organic or any other necessary).
  • Dry goods checked for accuracy when delivered.
• New products
  • Manage new projects through to first production, ensuring all requirements are met.
  • Ensure that full NPD trials are completed in time for all new products before first production and trial records are always up to date.
• Product Specifications & Production
  • Check SAGE specs for completeness and accuracy before it is produced.
  • Mock up samples of products for production line.
  • Sign-off first bottle from production line.
• Quality Management System
• Health & Safety, Housekeeping
• Administration

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-year diploma or other Graphic design qualification
• Four years' experience in similar environment/role
• Driver's license essential

How to Apply

• Email your comprehensive CV to [e-mail].
• If you are already registered, please forward your CV and the relevant reference number to the consultant with whom you are currently registered in order to avoid duplicity on our system.
• We reserve the right to only conduct interviews with candidates of choice.
• Applicants who have not received feedback within 30 days from the closing date must please accept their application as unsuccessful.