Artwork & Design Manager - Berkshire - £60 -70k basic + bonus

Our client is a leading company in its sector with a global presence. A recent change in ownership has triggered a rebrand, and we need a Packaging Lead to drive this initiative.
Primary Purpose of the role

Manage graphical and physical redesign projects across the packaging portfolio.
Provide end‑to‑end packaging solutions to Marketing and R&D teams, from approved creative concepts to full commercialization of designs.
Manage packaging design for the 1100 SKUs undergoing company redesign.
Oversee artwork amendment, repro design, and studio work.
Handle ownership, licences, and development of a new brand identity.
Set up a master artwork management system.
Deliver packaging for the NPD pipeline, developing 10‑12 projects over an 18‑month cycle plan.
Lead packaging development for the first launch of a design, collaborating with local teams, agencies, and suppliers.
Key Accountabilities

Partner with designated agencies to develop creative concepts and create all components of commercial packaging design, selecting materials, print finishes and structural layouts.
Develop, define and establish successful conversion of packaging designs on a global scale within varying technical constraints across the global supply base.
Provide technical solutions for consistent deployment of designs in all regions and efficient transfer of technological know‑how between converters and deployment teams.
Collaborate with Quality and Brand groups to define quality criteria for new packaging designs aligned with marketing expectations.
Support procurement in supplier selection, qualification and capability building.
Identify industry trends and new enablers in materials, construction and production processes.
Experience and Qualifications

Sound technical knowledge with a design background.
Appreciation of regulatory requirements around packaging.
In‑depth knowledge of print, material conversion, industry trends and standard methodologies.
Strong communication skills, comfortable in both technical and marketing environments.
Understanding of marketing principles and strategies for international brands.
Ability to chair a diverse group of internal partners and lead discussions with external suppliers.
Graduate or equivalent, preferably in a technical field.
Excellent oral, written, influencing, and collaborative partnership skills.
Effective listening, flexibility, strong work ethic, strategic thinking, and ability to handle a heavy workload.
Sound business judgment, attention to detail, learning agility, high energy.
Creative thinking combined with strategic and analytical skills.

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