- Lead the packaging design process from concept to completion, ensuring consistent brand imagery.
- Collaborate with the Creative Director and Lead Designers to introduce new products timely and within budget
- Oversee the product personalisation process and manage projects from inception to delivery
- Effectively communicate with suppliers on packaging development and brand styling
- Monitor design and production stages, ensuring adherence to quality, quantities, and budget
- Offer insights into brand trends and heritage, ensuring designs cater to customer lifestyles and needs
- Mentor junior designers, ensuring accurate and timely delivery of specification sheets and samples
- Liaise with suppliers and factories, providing technical specifications and reviewing samples for modifications
- Manage critical paths and handle additional responsibilities to meet pressing deadlines
- Collaborate on group projects for the Joma Jewellery brand to meet tight schedules.
- Strong portfolio, demonstrating the ability to execute designs from concept to finished sample in a relevant industry.
- Previous experience in Packaging Design & POS Design.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, AI, and ID.
- Exceptional visual communication skills, with proficiency in AI, Photoshop, and freehand drawing.
- Ability to provide precise written communication and exhibit exceptional numeracy skills.
- Demonstrable organisational skills, ensuring timely design deliveries.
- Experience in a fast-paced retail setting with a proactive, collaborative attitude.
- Comprehensive understanding of brand packaging development strategy.
- Ability to mentor, with an inclination towards fostering team growth.
- Design qualification and/or experience in fashion, jewellery, or lifestyle industries.
- Hybrid Working, with flexibility based on business needs. Typically 3 days a week at the Head Office in Banbury.
- 25 days holidays, rising with service duration.