Director of Packaging

At RAA, we trust and believe in our associates to fashion their future.

Randa Apparel & Accessories is one of the world’s leading fashion clothing and accessories companies, operating across 11 countries with a portfolio of 30 iconic brands, including Levi’s, Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein, Totes, Isotoner, and Columbia Sportswear. With over 100 years of industry leadership, RAA continues to produce exceptional products and services, delighting customers and empowering partners worldwide. From the #1 dress pant brand in North America to the #1 belt and wallet, RAA sets the standard for excellence and innovation

We empower our associates, create growth opportunities at every level, and strive to make RAA the best place to build a career. 

Want to work at a diverse, equitable, & inclusive workspace where associates are encouraged to bring their true, authentic selves?  

Apply today and fashion your future with RAA. 

Salary: $105,000 - $115,000

Required: Must submit portfolio of work during the application process. 

Position Summary:

The Director of Packaging will provide strategic and creative leadership for the end-to-end packaging design and development process. This role is responsible for delivering innovative, high-quality, and sustainable packaging solutions that align with brand vision and business objectives. The Director will lead a team and collaborate closely with cross-functional partners, including licensors, sales, merchandising, factories, and offshore manufacturing teams, to ensure seamless execution and optimal results. 

Essential Job Functions:

• Brand Alignment & Design Leadership: Lead the design and development of packaging and in-store fixturing/floor plans that consistently reflect and enhance the brand's aesthetics and values, ensuring a cohesive customer experience.
• Concept Development & Execution: Oversee the ideation, prototyping, and execution of packaging concepts, ensuring they meet brand guidelines, customer requirements, and market trends.
• Production Development Review (PDR) Management: Manage the PDR process to ensure timely and accurate execution of packaging concepts and updates, adhering to established timelines and budgets.
• Project Management & Budget Control: Manage multiple packaging projects simultaneously, ensuring on-time delivery within budget constraints, and providing regular progress updates to stakeholders.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with licensors, sales, merchandising, factories, and offshore manufacturing teams to facilitate effective communication and project alignment.
• Process Optimization & Cost Savings: Lead productivity initiatives to optimize packaging processes, identify cost-saving opportunities, and implement strategies to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
• Strategic Sourcing & Negotiation: Oversee the sourcing of packaging materials and services, negotiate favorable contracts with suppliers, and manage vendor relationships.
• Sustainability Leadership: Champion sustainability initiatives, including material reduction, the adoption of eco-friendly packaging solutions, and the implementation of circular economy principles, aiming for measurable reductions in environmental impact.
• Team Leadership & Development: Mentor and develop a team of packaging designers and engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment, and ensure team members are growing in their technical skills.
• Consumer & Market Insights: Utilize consumer insights and market research to inform packaging design decisions, ensuring optimal shelf appeal and alignment with customer preferences, while adhering to all relevant regulatory compliance standards.

Education/License Requirements: 

• Required: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent degree/experience

Minimum Qualifications:

• Required: 5 years of experience in packaging design, graphic design, or a related field.
• Experience in packaging design and development in fashion or consumer goods.
• Strong expertise in materials, production process and sustainability best practices.
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, 3D modeling, and AI skills.
• Strong leadership, communication and presentation skills.

What we Offer: 

• Competitive base salary.
• Hybrid work schedule.
• Three weeks of paid time off within the first year of employment.
• Company provided life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid parental leave. 
• Health, vision, and dental insurance options with low employee contributions.  
• Commuter benefit plan.  
• Optional supplemental life insurance, pet insurance, and accident & critical illness insurance offered at a group discount rate. 
• 401(k). 
• Unlimited access to our award-winning online fitness, and wellness program.
• A great place to work, fast-paced, with terrific career growth