What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Management Specialist position at V R Della Infotech Inc?
BRIEF DESCRIPTION
Core Responsibilities :
Ensure that all packaging artwork flows efficiently through the artwork production process. Coordinates and facilitates artwork approvals through team communication / flow of information
Monitor, execute and oversee the day-to-day routing and approval of all packaging artwork in client's artwork approval / project management system, ensuring completion of all required tasks by all cross-functional teams is met within the allotted KPI's, and that timeline milestones are maintained and file to printer dates are met. Alerts leadership of delays and makes recommendations for mitigation steps
Provide accurate and complete technical artwork direction / scope for each required artwork into the workflow tool for the artwork provider
Review each round of the artwork mechanical proofing and confirm its readiness to present prior to routing through cross-functional teams for review
Review, interpret and clarify feedback from cross-functional teams in each round of mechanical proofs posted in workflow tool prior to return of mechanical proofs to the artwork provider.
Provide training and guidance to new and existing users of the global artwork approval system. Participate in the development of formal tools and training, delivering as needed
Coordinate resolution to issues / inconsistencies in artwork approval feedback by cross-functional partners and external artwork providers and printers, elevating to Global Packaging Design Execution Manager as needed.
Support artwork process continuous improvement projects
Lead weekly status calls with artwork provider(s)
Experience & Education :
2 years of experience in artwork trafficking, project management, or artwork production
BS / BA degree
Needed Skills :
Excellent prioritization, follow-up, attention to detail, and organizational skills
Very Strong knowledge of artwork trafficking and approval processes
Very strong workflow tool usage skills Strong project management skills
Strong relationship building
Strong capabilities in continuous improvement
Basic knowledge of design software applications [Photoshop, Illustrator]
Basic design sensibility : Ability to assess whether a design / artwork adheres to pre-established brand packaging guidelines.
Key Competencies :
Process Discipline w / Consistent Speed - ability to manage competing projects and timelines.
Manage process adherence under pressure while maintaining focus on timeline adherence
Good communicator. Proficiency in understanding and being understood by technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Primary Day-to-Day Business Partners
Cross Functional Artwork Approvers [Marketing, Legal, Regulatory, R&D, etc]
Regional Design Integration Manager / Packaging Print Production Specialist
Artwork agency
Regional Artwork Leads Print Suppliers Packaging Engineering Teams
