PACKAGING PROJECT MANAGER

Location: Framingham, Massachusetts
Job Type: Contract
Compensation Range: $35 - 40 per hour

We are seeking a Packaging Project Manager to coordinate and manage multiple creative projects from inception to delivery. You will work closely with Product and Packaging teams, balancing priorities and ensuring projects meet deadlines. This role requires expert communication, resource forecasting, and problem-solving skills to remove obstacles and keep projects on track. Strong leadership and the ability to work independently in challenging situations are key to success in this position.

Responsibilities:

• Facilitates the coordination of creative projects by managing workflow and communication to ensure deadlines are efficiently and consistently met from inception to project delivery.
• Partners with Product and Packaging Teams to identify priorities and balance project workload throughout the creative process.
• Manages the workflow of multiple projects simultaneously through Development, Production, and Photography Studio processes; ensuring projects are completed on time and in alignment with project specifications.
• Forecasts resource needs, proactively identifies barriers and provides recommendations to senior leaders for problem resolution; Expert communication skills both orally and in writing with all levels (management and support staff).
• Leads team discussions to ensure projects stay on track and are solution oriented.
• Independent judgment and the ability to work in the gray to remove obstacles and maintain focus in challenging situations to deliver results.

Qualifications:

• 5 project management experience managing creatives, preferably in a design agency or internal packaging team.
• Knowledge of creative, print production, process and timetables preferred.
• PMP certification preferred.
• Must be detail oriented, resourceful and have the ability to work with ambiguity, strategize and prioritize.
• Ability to multi-task, set priorities and meet multiple deadlines in an ever-changing environment; the ability to follow-up and follow through.
• Manage the movement of projects through milestones of creative development, the approval & revision process, and delivery.
• Ability to make decisions, often under tight time constraints.
• Must be flexible in order to respond quickly and positively to shifting demands and opportunities.
• A dynamic self-starter with a strong work ethic, who understands the details within a larger context and demonstrates good judgment.
• Manage and lead all project meetings.
• Workflow experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Job ID: 1077774
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At Cella, a randstad digital company, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Cella by randstad digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.