Manager, Packaging Workflow Project Lead

Within the Marketing division, the Manager, Packaging Workflow Project Lead supports the operational execution, optimization, and continuous improvement of the end-to-end packaging graphics workflow for the North America Operating Unit. This role works to ensure speed-to-market, governance, reduced manual work, and quality compliance through technology-enabled packaging workflows. The Manager collaborates with Sr. Manager's - Packaging Workflow Technologists (PWT), Marketing, Design, Packaging Graphics, Legal/SRA, Commercial, and Supply Chain teams to operate and maintain efficient and accurate workflows with real-time visibility, while providing proper support for system users. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Project Lead responsible for overseeing packaging graphics workflows in Adobe Workfront and Esko Web Center, serving as a platform expert. Partner with PWT Sr. Manager's to help influence system configurations, templates, and reporting to ensure stability and optimize performance. • Manage routine workflow operations, including tracking milestones, drafting briefs, securing approvals, and coordinating proofs for innovation and base business packaging projects. • Monitor quality standards for branded packaging and ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and design integrity requirements. • Utilize workflow optimizations such as AI-enabled features (e.g., compliance checks, proofing accelerators) to improve efficiency and accuracy. • Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to support packaging briefing excellence and ensure accurate translation of brand strategy into workflow inputs. • Ensure that all packaging workflows and assets meet compliance requirements, including trademark integrity and brand consistency, and that all approvals are documented in Workfront or Esko Web Center. • Support governance routines, such as pipeline reviews and risk assessments, by preparing operational insights and reports. REQUIREMENTS: • 5 years of experience in Project Management, packaging graphics, Marketing Operations, workflow management, or creative/production operations required. • Understanding of packaging development workflows, including prepress, color management, and print production processes required • Experience with workflow design and administration in Workfront, Esko Web Center, or similar tools required • Familiarity with automation, AI tools, digital proofing, or workflow integrations is a plus. • Strong stakeholder management and collaborative skills, with experience working on cross-functional teams. • Analytical and organizational skills, with the ability to maintain and improve reporting tools and workflow visibility. • Proficiency with workflow tools like Adobe Workfront. • Knowledge of Esko Web Center or other packaging workflow platforms. • Familiarity with digital proofing solutions and color management tools. What We Offer • A collaborative environment where you'll play a key role in optimizing tech-enabled packaging workflows. • Opportunities to work with iconic brands and leverage modern MarTech tools to improve speed-to-market. • A chance to contribute to process innovation and enhanced operational excellence in a high-performing team. Skills: Cross-Functional Teamwork, Marketing Operations, Operational Marketing, Project Management, Project Planning Pay Range: United States: 106,800 - 135,000 USD Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered. Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage: 15 Annual Incentive reference value is a market-based competitive value for your role. It falls in the middle of the range for your role, indicating performance at target. Location(s): United States of America City/Cities: Atlanta Travel Required: 00% - 25% Relocation Provided: No Job Posting End Date: November 1, 2026