Packaging Producer Jobs

Summary

At Beats by Dre, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and consumer experiences very quickly. If you bring passion and dedication to your job, then there's no telling what you can accomplish.

Beats by Dre is looking for a Packaging Producer to oversee packaging across NPI, Line Extensions, Drops, and Customs. This role will work hands on with marketing, engineering, design, and product teams from inception to delivery.

Key Qualifications

5+ years packaging production experience.
Creative, production and project management experience.
Demonstrated ability to understand and manage design files within the Adobe suite.
Highly adaptive, able to identify issues and proactively problem solve.
An agile self-starter, results oriented and work through ambiguity.
Drive execution, foster innovation and collaborate well with others.
Ability to maintain momentum on projects with excellent attention to detail from inception to completion.
Ability to juggle multiple projects within a fast-paced environment and change priorities rapidly as required by the business.
Calm under pressure while exuding competence with a “can do” attitude.
Communicates effectively (written and oral) with all cross functional contacts (internal and external).
Strong writing and presentation skills.
Hungry and curious - constantly bringing new insights, ideas and opportunities to the brand.
Passion for a brand that moves fast and shapes culture.
Experience working with a category leading brand(s).
Agency experience preferred.
Graphic Design background preferred.

Description

Oversee customs packaging initiatives from brief through execution by initiating and maintaining timelines and breakthroughs.

Intake packaging requests from the core team or other cross-functional members within marketing & product.

Compile information from key partners to formulate the brief and overall strategy for packaging projects considering bandwidth and resources.

Work with requestor, brand design, vendors and any other cross-functional members to oversee packaging programs from inception to final delivery.

Manage timelines, partners, designers, vendors, estimates, budgets, sampling, production & leadership approvals.

Ensure that all programs are implemented flawlessly according to Apple’s quality standards and integrate environmentally responsible solutions as much as possible.

Manage relationships with current (and new) packaging suppliers and vendors, including: production of digital or 3D renders, designs and physical samples, and on-site visits for inspections and pack-outs.

Help manage seeding lists and oversee final distribution of all finished goods.

Logistics - In addition to developing the packaging, it is necessary to deliver the final products on time. The Packaging Producer will work with our Logistics teams and vendors to ensure timely delivery.

Ensure timely & accurate file hand-offs between marketing and engineering.

Partner with design & engineering to propose packaging sleeve designs that meet feasibility & cost requirements.

Work closely with product team to ensure packaging delivers on features messaging and strategically fits within the overall product portfolio.

Oversee in-box components, working closely with Beats digital, and other Apple business units when applicable.

Propose process solutions with the goal of continuing to optimize workflow.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred

Pay & Benefits

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $104,000 and $158,800, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Role Number: 200496903