This a Full Remote job, the offer is available from: United States, Egypt, Réunion, Brazil, Indiana (USA), Mississippi (USA), Oregon (USA), Texas (USA)

Responsibilities:

Creating an emotional link between the products we make and our customers is the work of our H-E-B Own Brand Team. The Own Brand Regulatory team ensures the high quality of H-E-B packaging and labels.

As a Packaging Specialist I, you'll work with multiple vendors, brokers, Buyers, Business Development Managers (BDMs), Quality Assurance, Regulatory, Own Brand Managers, and the Own Brand Design Team to execute on-time delivery of package development, recommend timelines, and accurately communicate revisions and corrections.

Once you're eligible, you'll become an Owner in the company, so we're looking for commitment, hard work, and focus on quality and Customer service. 'Partner-owned' means our most important resources--People--drive the innovation, growth, and success that make H-E-B The Greatest Omnichannel Retailing Company.

Do you have a:
HEART FOR PEOPLE... desire to build collaborative relationships across and outside H-E-B?
HEAD FOR BUSINESS... ability to stay organized and detail-oriented in a rapidly changing work environment?
PASSION FOR RESULTS... drive for consistent success working cross-functionally on tight deadlines?

We are looking for:
- a related degree or comparable training or experience

What is the work?
With minimal guidance / supervision
Quality Assurance / Quality Control / Compliance:
- Supports activities for style-guided Own Brand packaging-related needs, maintenance (e.g., label updates)
- Ensures accurate spelling, graphics, copy, brand, color, imagery, Regulatory / Quality Assurance compliance on OB packaging within established design parameters
- Coordinates with Own Brand Managers / Regulatory / internal Design team to edit / make minor changes to packaging content
- May adjust / enhance layouts based on style guides in conjunction with Packaging Specialist II or above
- Approves color proofs for packaging
- Facilitates confirmation of UPC and item codes
- Facilitates updates to Own Brand style guide and color standards, as needed
- Stays current on Quality Assurance and Regulatory requirements
- Participates in photoshoots
- Develops strong relationships

Project Management:
- Manages multiple packaging projects with multiple stakeholders; achieves on-time delivery of multiple, simultaneous timelines
- Ensures project work is properly tracked, documented, reviewed, agreed upon by all stakeholders; uses Own Brand systems as needed; collaborates to solve issues
- Communicates precise, accurate information to cross-functional stakeholders; shares project information for launch awareness
- Applies understanding of when to involve Own Brand Manager / Own Brand leadership for support to keep projects on time
- May coordinate / execute / participate in special projects (e.g., department-wide design updates, miscellaneous activities)
- May collaborate with Own Brand Managers to support end-to-end Own Brand process as needed

What is your background?
- A related degree or comparable formal training, certification, or work experience
- 0+ years of experience in marketing, advertising, or retail-related field (preferred)

Do you have what it takes to be an H-E-B Packaging Spec?
- Knowledge of pre-press and printing processes
- Understanding of importing process / timelines, and related impacts on package development
- Strong skills in MS Office, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Illustrator, and Photoshop
- Strong verbal / written (proofing, editing) communication skills
- Strong organization and time management skills
- Project management skills
- Analytical skills
- Negotiating and influencing skills
- Ability to learn H-E-B systems (e.g., Hivemind, GSS, OBPS, Product Management System)
- Ability to interpret processes and shifting priorities
- Ability to work with a virtual team of non-U.S. vendors and Partners
- Ability to work well autonomously and as part of a team
- Ability to participate in cross-functional teams and on multiple projects under tight deadlines
- Self-motivated
- Attention to detail

Can you...
- Function in a fast-paced, retail, office environment
- Travel by car or plane with overnight stays
- Work extended hours; sit for extended periods

02-2023