In-house Packaging Developer

Packaging Developer

At COTY, innovation is at the heart of everything we do. We are driving transformation and empowering our teams to lead in the beauty industry. Join the CtF NPD Innovation team as we accelerate the pace of product development, turning ideas into reality faster than ever before while keeping our core products at their peak.

As the Packaging Developer you will be instrumental in capturing innovations, building agile partnerships, and working with cross-functional teams to launch new products that delight our consumers as well as work on business continuity projects. In this role, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of packaging development. You will work closely with suppliers, and internal teams to ensure that packaging solutions meet quality, cost, and timeline requirements.

The position is based in Morris Plains, NJ but will require regular trips to our NY office.

Your main focus:

• Work Closely with Suppliers, TPMs, Procurement and Supply Chain on Packaging Solutions.
• Review and align on Design, learning plans as well as production needs.
• Ensure that packaging solutions are technically robust and meet quality standards and comply with regulatory and sustainability requirements, ensuring all testing deliverables are completed successfully.
• Ensure Technical Drawings are available for Creative, Artwork and Merchandising teams.
• Coordinate all other aspects of packaging development such as aesthetic development, specifications, etc.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders and cross-functional teams to ensure product quality, service excellence, and cost-effectiveness to source and develop packaging solutions, coordinating packaging timelines and deliverables.
• Establish unique partnerships with internal and external stakeholders that promote speed, transparency, and agility, facilitating the swift development and integration of new products as well as implementation of business continuity projects.
• Monitor and track costs related to packaging drivers to ensure projects stay within budget.
• Stay informed of industry trends and innovations in packaging technology.

We’d love to see candidates who:

• Are results-driven, possess excellent project management skills, and thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
• Have a
  
  B. S. Degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial design or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Packaging development with knowledge of packaging materials, processes and packaging regulations.
• Have strong project management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively as well as a strong track record of successfully launching projects.
• Have strong communication, interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to collaborate across teams and functions.
• Proficiency in CAD software and experience creating die lines is a plus.
• Proficiency evaluating technical drawings for accuracy, design intent and fit for use. Must be able to demonstrate competency in evaluating dimensional tolerances for various component types.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, agile environment.
• Experience working in international environments and matrix organizations.
• Fluency in English (near-native level).

As a Packaging Developer, this is a unique role with a genuine opportunity to make an impact. You’ll get to work in a diverse environment with a team of professionals who are passionate about the work they do and know how to have some fun along the way.

Coty’s global omni-working policy provides the option to work up to 50% of your month remotely. We believe that a more flexible philosophy of remote working will give everyone the freedom to choose what works for their individual circumstances and empower them to always perform at their best.

• Base Salary Range: $70,000 – $90,000. The listed salary range represents the good‑faith estimate, actual compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, qualifications, and internal equity.
• Additional Compensation:
  This position is eligible for an annual bonus, based on business and individual performance.

• Health, dental, vision…