Aquent

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Project Manager – Packaging Design & Department: Creative Operations/Project Management Reports to: Senior Creative Project Manager Position Summary: Aquent Studios is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee and drive packaging design and production projects for a fast-paced Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) company. This role is responsible for managing multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring they are executed on time, on budget, and aligned with brand and production requirements. Reporting to the Senior Creative Project Manager, this individual will work independently to lead projects, coordinate cross-functional teams, and manage project timelines, budgets, and resources. They will also contribute to refining project management processes and ensuring adherence to best practices. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with strong organizational and leadership skills, capable of managing complex projects from kickoff through final production while ensuring smooth communication between stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: Project Leadership & Execution: Independently manage multiple end-to-end packaging design and production projects, ensuring successful delivery on time and within budget. Drive project kickoff, planning, execution, and completion, maintaining accountability for scope, schedule, and deliverables. Ensure all necessary project details, assets, and approvals are gathered before work begins. Partner closely with creative, marketing, and production teams to maintain alignment and troubleshoot any challenges. Track and proactively manage project risks, dependencies, and roadblocks, escalating as needed to the Senior Creative Project Manager. Cross-functional Coordination & Communication: Act as the primary point of contact for assigned projects, facilitating seamless collaboration between creative, marketing, production, and external vendors. Schedule and lead project meetings, including status updates, creative reviews, and production check-ins, ensuring alignment across all teams. Clearly communicate project timelines, expectations, and key milestones to stakeholders at all levels. Manage vendor relationships to ensure production timelines and quality standards are met. Process ; Workflow Contribution: Work within established project intake, estimating, and workflow management processes. Contribute input to refining and improving project management best practices, working closely with the Senior Creative Project Manager. Maintain accurate documentation, project reports, and budget tracking to support ongoing efficiency improvements. Budget & Resource Management: Track and manage project budgets, ensuring financial accountability and cost control. Work with internal teams to allocate resources effectively, ensuring project timelines and workloads are balanced. Coordinate with vendors on print production, material sourcing, and approvals to maintain project quality and efficiency. Qualifications & Education Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Business, Marketing, or a related field. 5+ years of project management experience in a creative, design, or packaging production environment. Experience managing packaging design and production projects within CPG is strongly preferred. Skills & Competencies: Proven ability to lead complex projects independently, from concept to final execution. Strong understanding of packaging development, print production, and workflow. timelines. Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Asana, Workfront, Monday.com, Trello). Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience collaborating across creative, marketing, and production teams. Why Join Us? Lead impactful packaging design projects for a top-tier CPG company. Work in a collaborative, fast-moving creative environment. Competitive compensation, benefits, and career development opportunities.