Project Manager- Packaging

The Project Manager will oversee and coordinate projects within Packaging industry, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and aligned with company objectives. This role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Client Details

With a strong focus on innovation, design, sustainability, and operational excellence this client delivers end-to-end packaging solutions across color cosmetics, skincare, fragrance, and prestige beauty.

Description

• Manage multiple customer packaging projects from initial briefing through tooling, production, and launch
• Serve as the primary liaison between customers, sales, engineering, quality, sourcing, and global manufacturing teams
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, milestones, and risk assessments
• Coordinate sample development, approvals, qualifications, and change management
• Track project costs, tooling investments, and margin considerations
• Proactively identify risks related to timing, quality, or feasibility and drive corrective actions
• Ensure projects comply with customer standards, regulatory requirements, and internal quality processes
• Prepare and deliver clear project updates to customers and internal stakeholders
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in project execution and communication

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Profile

A successful Project Manager should have:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field
• 3-7+ years of project management experience, preferably in packaging, cosmetics, consumer goods, or manufacturing
• Proven experience managing cross-functional and international teams
• Strong understanding of product development cycles, tooling, and manufacturing processes
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and tight deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with PLM, ERP, or project management tools is a plus
• Willingness to work across time zones and support global teams

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from $100,000 to $120,000 USD annually.
• Comprehensive benefits package provided by the client.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development within the Packaging industry.
• A supportive work environment that values collaboration and results.

If you are a motivated Project Manager looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply and explore this exciting opportunity!

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.