Label & Print Project Manager at FOODMatch

The Label and Print Project Manager is responsible for overseeing activity around the project management production printing ordering and inventory of labels packaging merchandising equipment and select printed marketing materials as needed.The ideal candidate must be a strong team player with excellent communication skills who has the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously while collaborating cross-departmentally with internal teams.This is an operations/project management role on the Brand team and reports to the Director of Creative Services. A key function of this role is being able to interpret the strategic needs of the Brand team and business into achievable projects budgets and results; maintaining high standards of output clear communication and adherence to strict timelines.Essential FunctionsLabel and Packaging OversightThis role is responsible for ensuring the compliance timely design and file release printing quality and inventory of product labels and packaging. This role handles all label production for owned brands as well as for private label customers.Project KickoffGather data and assets from Sr. Product Marketing Manager QC Sourcing PurchasingCoordinate with internal teams and suppliers to establish overall timeline and project milestones understanding internal processes and SOPsWrite a comprehensive creative brief and kickoff projects with Creative Services Director to ensure design team is fully briefed on project scopeCommunicate with suppliers when necessary to confirm product or specification detailsProject Review & ManagementReview all labels for FDA CFIA Marketing and QC compliance per established guidelines and regulationsCommunicate edits or changes in project scope to Creative Services teamUpdate project creative brief as neededMonitor project timelines in conjunction with Creative Services team and cross-functional teamsPrivate label items: manage communication with external customers and producers to route reviews changes asset collection timing as well as other important information with internal and external stakeholders.Production & Inventory ManagementCoordinate file releases and printing with external printers factories etc.Ensure proofing and quality for all printed labels and packagingReview for content and route proofs for review by Creative Services Director and communicate approvals or changes.Create label and packaging production manuals for use by QC team and suppliers.Manage inventory and reprints with internal and external partnersPrint & Production Responsibilities Marketing and Merchandising EquipmentManage post-design approval print production for marketing and merchandising needs. Including but not limited to: notebooks calendars signage shelf talkers stickers coupon booklets cardboard and permanent in-store displays.Coordinate with Marketing Project Manager on project completion and delivery detailsDevelop relationships with current vendors as well as research new vendors for more competitive pricing and quality.Quote projects and obtain required cost approvals issue POs and track projects through vendor approvals proof approvals shipping and delivery.As required work with transportation and logistics teams to organize pick-up and delivery of items.Qualifications : Bachelors Degree in a related fieldPMP Certification preferred but not requiredPrint production project management experience at an agency or as part of an in-house team is required. Preferably 3-4 years of experienceStrong attention to detail and ability to stay on track and on budgetExperience working with a project management platform (preferably Wrike)Ability to multi-task working on a variety of projects with different timelines and prioritiesExperience working closely with creative compliance and logistic teamsCalm friendly demeanerA customer-first approach to service; this role liaises with our sales team customers factories and printersAdditional Information : This role is based in New York City and works from our NY office 3 days per week and from home 2 days per week.Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:401(k)Dental insuranceFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offProfessional development assistanceVision insuranceRemote Work : NoEmployment Type : Full-time Key Skills Project Management Methodology,Project / Program Management,Construction Estimating,Construction Experience,PMBOK,Visio,Construction Management,Project Management,Project Management Software,Microsoft Project,Project Management Lifecycle,Contracts Experience: years Vacancy: 1