Manager, Global Packaging Production - Le Labo

Intro to Le Labo & Job Summary

Le Labo fragrances was born in Grasse (France), raised in New York (USA) and offers artisanal genderless scented creations (fine perfumery, home fragrance as well as formulas for body, hair, and face). Le Labo stands for "the lab" in French: Each of our boutique’s function like an open laboratory designed as an entertainment park for the senses where people can take the time to smell and touch raw ingredients to awaken their olfactory system and trigger emotions. We freshly hand-blend our fragrances on site, to the order and each label is personalized with the date and place of the formulation as well as a message chosen by our client. Creating soulful Beauty with Care through our craft of slow perfumery is the heartbeat of our company. We work with a community of craftspeople who shape our world: the flower harvesters, the local family farms, the candle hand-pourers, the reclaimed wood artisans, the lab technicians etc.

Joining Le Labo means joining a scented Revolution initiated 20 years ago as the antidote to mainstream fragrances and conventional marketing approaches. Being able to nurture our "small" roots and artisanal ethos while scaling our actions to become "big" and reach more people is our current balancing act for which we need support. Check out our manifesto online if you are intrigued, and please only engage if you truly connect with it.

JOB SUMMARY

Le Labo is looking for a Packaging Production Manager to develop technical specifications and detailed drawings for the production of packaging, small scale print (apparel, brand merchandise), and large-scale print materials (hoarding, lightboxes, murals, collateral, etc.). This candidate will work with cross-functional teams including Product Development, Design, and Product Marketing to ensure that designs meet quality standards and can be manufactured accurately and efficiently. She/he/they will collaborate with internal and external partners to develop innovative and cost-effective solutions for packaging, brand merchandising, and large-scale print projects. The Associate Design Director will conduct research on emerging trends, materials, and production processes to stay up-to-date with industry best practices. This candidate will report into the Creative Operations Director.

This role is based in our Williamsburg, Brooklyn Office.

Overview of Responsibilities

• Own the design process of each creation from start to finish collaborating across functions + with external partners
• Lead and create the Design Direction / Design Turnover Drawings / Color + Type Specs / etc.
• Partner closely with comp house and external model makers to execute comps for photo and video shoots; ensure comps are true to life
• Create layout and design for new creations as well as changes and updates for existing creations 
• Produce lo-res image files creation and turn over final hi-res files to the artwork team
• Collaborate with product marketing to create and update an artwork style guide for the variety of different labels and language variants based on the creation type 
• Work with the ELC artwork team and Product Development to ensure all labels are globally compliant and that updates are made and distributed as needed 
• Own design proposals for any new product launches (work closely with the product development team for how the product should be housed based on the formula) 
• Review and approve all new designs (and artwork) against the existing products for accuracy, necessary updates and consistency 
• Manage brand identity and design standards for each franchise
• Create 3D renderings from 2D designs and vice versa
• Design and oversee the production of 3D prototype models
• Manage timing and prioritization of design due dates
• Partner with Product Development and Creative Director to approve color and finish of new packaging
• Approve design details in artwork mechanicals
• Apply sustainability concepts in package design
• Collaborate with other departments as needed (Store Design, Product Development, Marketing, Visual Merchandising)

Champion and Steward Le Labo Values & Qualifications

CHAMPION AND STEWARD Le Labo VALUES

• Commit to broader responsibility & accountability for sustainability, diversity & inclusion while staying true to the Le Labo mission
• Demonstrate kindness and respect, empathy, inclusion, and humility, and ensure these are at the core of all interactions
• Embody the values of the manifesto through our actions, and drive accountability for contributing to the growing internal culture of Le Labo
• Create value and positive impact across all elements of our Brand, operations, teams, partners, and the broader world
• Exude passion for Le Labo and deeply appreciate, understand the Brand DNA
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Industrial Design, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in technical design with a focus on packaging, brand merchandising, and large-scale print.
• Strong knowledge of 2D rendering software such as Adobe Illustrator, as well as proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and other design software.
• Willingness to learn the various internal tools/platforms (Wrike, Frame. io, Adobe DAM, etc.) and their capabilities.
• Experience with print production techniques, including digital, offset, and large-format printing.
• Confidence and excitement to welcome any design challenge.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to effectively articulate design concepts to our brand president and internal clients.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of branding and marketing principles.