Senior Manager - Packaging Development

at  Huda Beauty

Who We Are: At Huda Beauty, our Vision is to lead in creating a democratized beauty industry where power is given back to people to define, create, and enjoy beauty for themselves! Launched by award-winning beauty powerhouse Huda Kattan in 2013, Huda Beauty is one of the world’s fastest growing beauty brands. As a company, we are fueled by purpose and not profit, this allows us to approach things differently so that we can create products, content, and a community like no other. A lot has changed since our launch in 2013, but something that will forever remain at the core of Huda Beauty is our focus on business excellence and our unwavering passion for kindness!
Summary: As the Senior Manager of Packaging development at Huda Beauty, you’ll play a crucial role in handling and implementing strategic initiatives for developing packaging within our product portfolio. You’ll report to the Senior Director of Packaging Development and Global Sourcing, leading a team of packaging engineers. Your leadership will draw upon your technical proficiency in packaging engineering, conducting functional and dimension analyses, understanding manufacturing processes, possessing material knowledge, and related expertise. Essentially, you’ll be at the forefront of innovating, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, aesthetically pleasing, and functional packaging. You’ll also streamline processes, implement excellence, best practices, and ensure top-notch quality in our packaging development efforts.

REQUIREMENTS

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

PROJECT MANAGEMENT SKILLS AND PACKAGING INNOVATION:

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple packaging development projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with overall product timelines.
• Drive the development of innovative and sustainable packaging solutions that align with Huda Beauty’s brand values and aesthetic.

Technical Expertise and Problem-Solving Skills:

• Utilize your deep technical expertise in packaging materials, manufacturing processes, and CAD design to drive excellence in product packaging.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies to incorporate the latest advancements into packaging designs.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to address complex issues related to packaging design, materials, and manufacturing.
• Lead initiatives for technical innovation in packaging development, exploring new technologies and sustainable practices.
• Drive continuous improvement in technical packaging development processes.
• Demonstrate advanced skills in technical risk management, addressing risks and disruptions.
• Implement robust technical risk management strategies.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS AND STRATEGIC THINKING:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Actively communicate insights and recommendations derived from purchasing data analysis to management for informed decision-making.
• A strategic mindset with the ability to align packaging development goals with overall business objectives and brand strategy.
• Communicate technical insights and recommendations derived from packaging data analysis to facilitate informed decision-making at the management level.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience of +5 years in packaging development within the cosmetics or beauty industry.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• In-depth knowledge of packaging materials, manufacturing processes, and industry trends.
• Proficiency in CAD design and rendering (Solidworks, KeyShot) is highly advantageous.
• Competence in 3D printing and prototyping.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Adaptability, curiosity, and a team player.

Please refer the Job description for details