Senior Packaging Technologist: TFG Beauty

Senior Packaging Technologist: TFG Beauty Western Cape, South Africa Job Description Key Responsible: Developing Beauty Packaging Design Concepts and Solutions: Develop and Approve Packaging Design Concepts & Solutions in line with the TFG Beauty Private Label Product Development strategy Create and design product CADs in line with supplier capability and commercial requirements Collate the correct packaging die lines (primary, secondary packaging) Define and approve the print and substrate technical specifications in line with the designs Review and approve packaging concept whilst providing feasible solutions. Develop and source cost effective packaging aligned with brand. Work with suppliers to ensure required packaging is approved Submit initial sample request, concept, product specifications, labelling / packaging format to suppliers. Request sampling during development to ensure the samples met the design requirements Request, review and approve packaging die lines and worksmaps. Approve DTP artworks that are in line with conceptual designs Ensure accurate packaging completion of artwork briefs as per approved concept. Ensure correctness of artwork and specification prior supplier submission. Review all packaging formats and ensure suitability and functionality. Approve samples and packaging standards and ensure conformance to specifications and TFG Beauty standards. Initialise artwork amendments post submission as required. Ensure packaging development within critical path. Packaging Sourcing Alignment Provide recommendations to buying teams of the most effective packaging sources Support researching of new packaging and innovative constructs Conduct supplier packaging audits in line with TFG Beauty requirements Discuss issues with suppliers who border, fail or will not comply and review action plans with supplier (which may result in return audit if supplier has shortfall). Advise buying groups and contract manufacturers when new packaging suppliers are approved. Manage and monitor the progress of initial orders with new suppliers and provide ongoing support until the supplier is performing to consistent levels of acceptable delivery. Send all packaging technical manuals and relevant guidelines to new suppliers. Packaging Innovation and Sustainability Provide regular updates to Buying Groups on latest packaging innovation and technology trends. In-Season Trading – Packaging Review product in line with competitor /market analysis. Post Season Analysis Conduct packaging project review – review accuracy of launch and identify areas that impact delivery (e.g. bottlenecks, supplier challenges, communication breakdowns, etc.) Experience & Qualification: A Design Qualification Understanding of Print and Packaging Use of Design tool including the Adobe Suite Skills: Designing and conceptualising packaging material Highly conceptual and creative Behaviours: Builds Networks - establishes and nurtures internal and external relationships in order to create robust, and mutually beneficial, partnerships Collaborates - effectively works with others to achieve shared goals Customer Focus - understands, anticipates, and meets the needs and expectations of customers Ensures Accountability - takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets Persuades - effectively influences others by gaining support and commitment in the delivery of organisational goals and objectives Plans and Aligns - develops plans and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act About Us Who we are is because of our people. They are our greatest asset. TFG is an internationally diversified retail portfolio of 34 speciality lifestyle and apparel brands that Inspire our Customers to live their Best Lives and are woven into the lives of millions. Our vision is to create the most remarkable omnichannel experiences for our customers. TFG is more than a workplace, it's a launchpad for your growth. Join us and explore endless growth opportunities across our diverse brands. We’re a purpose-led business, and on this team, you’ll share the pride of making an impact across a whole industry. We’re the designers, the makers, the shakers and the teams behind the scenes. #J-18808-Ljbffr