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Do it Best Corp. Brand Packaging Project Manager in Fort Wayne, Indiana
Brand Packaging Project Manager Location: Fort Wayne, IN Level: Salaried Division / Department: Marketing/Ecommerce Reports to: Director of Brand Management Travel: TBD About the Role: The Brand Packaging Project Manager is responsible for executing and ensuring the consistent application of private brand strategy across all assigned products and packaging. Reporting directly to the Director of Brand Management, this role serves as the central project management lead for packaging initiatives—coordinating across Marketing, Global Sourcing, Merchandising, Legal, Creative, and external vendors. This position owns the end-to-end packaging workflow, ensuring projects move efficiently from concept through production, adhere to established brand standards, meet regulatory requirements, and launch on time. The role also drives continuous improvement through post-mortem reviews, competitive research, and process optimization. Responsibilities include:
Brand Execution & Standards
Oversee brand implementation on private label products, ensuring consistent brand identity across products, packaging, and labels
Ensure all packaging adheres to established brand standards, visual identity, and messaging guidelines
Maintain and update brand and packaging documentation, templates, and guidelines as needed
Project Management & Workflow Ownership
Lead end-to-end project management for packaging initiatives, from initial specifications through final production
Utilize Monday.com to manage timelines, deliverables, dependencies, approvals, and stakeholder accountability
Ensure all project inputs are accurate, complete, and delivered on time for the Creative team
Proactively identify risks, bottlenecks, and scope changes; recommend and implement solutions
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner closely with Merchandising and Global Sourcing to align on product, packaging, and label specifications
Work directly with Legal to ensure all trademarks, licenses, regulatory requirements, and packaging specifications are met
Serve as the primary point of contact between Brand, Creative, Sourcing, Merchandising, Legal, and vendors throughout the packaging lifecycle
Creative, Artwork & Proofing Management
Own and manage the packaging proofing process from initial artwork through final approval
Utilize Ziflow to execute, track, and document all artwork proofing and approvals with internal and external stakeholders
Ensure all required reviewers (Brand, Legal, Merchandising, Global Sourcing, and vendors) are engaged at the appropriate stages of the proofing process
Enforce proofing timelines and approval deadlines to prevent project delays
Review and proof packaging artwork, labels, instruction sheets, and diagrams for accuracy, compliance, and adherence to brand standards
Ensure all feedback is consolidated, clearly communicated, and properly resolved prior to final approval
Maintain organized proofing records and approval history to support audits, compliance, and future reference
Vendor & External Partner Management
Develop and maintain relationships with domestic and international vendors related to packaging design and execution
Collaborate with vendors on print guidelines, specifications, expectations, and due dates
Communicate design updates, revisions, and production changes clearly and efficiently
Legal, Trademark & Compliance
Initiate and manage trademark processes, including documentation and coordination with Legal and other partners
Ensure all packaging content meets legal, regulatory, and compliance standards prior to production
Data, Documentation & Quality Control
Maintain and audit private label product and packaging data across systems, databases, and files
Ensure accuracy and consistency of product information throughout the packaging lifecycle
Perform quality control checks, audits, and reporting related to packaging and brand execution
Competitive Research & Continuous Improvement
Conduct competitive and category research to evaluate packaging trends, claims, and consumer communication
Share insights and recommendations with Brand and Creative teams to keep packaging relevant and on trend
Lead post-mortem meetings following key projects to evaluate performance, identify improvements, and document learnings
Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and cross-functional collaboration
Additional Responsibilities
Support packaging-related operational planning and process documentation
Assist with reporting, summaries, and presentations as needed
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Education and Experience: Required
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience
3–5 years of experience in Marketing, Brand Management, Merchandising, Operations, Supply Chain, Retail, or Wholesale
Strong project management experience in a cross-functional environment
Advanced organizational, communication, and follow-up skills
Preferred
Experience with packaging design and development
Graphic design or creative production experience
Experience working with private label brands
Familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements for packaging
Skills and Abilities:
Monday.com – project management and workflow tracking
Ziflow – artwork proofing and approval management
Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop)
Adobe Acrobat Pro – proofing, annotations, and markups
Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Benefits available to you:
Full insurance benefits package including Medical, Dental, & Vision
Paid time off to foster work/life balance
Profit sharing
Bonus Pay opportunities
Retirement funding opportunities
Education reimbursement
Health club reimbursement
Career advancement opportunities
About Do it Best Group
Headquartered in Fort Wayne, IN, the Do it Best Group is the world's largest hardware, lumber, and building materials buying cooperative in the home improvement industry. With nearly $6 billion in annual sales, we support thousands of independently-owned locations across the United States and in more than 60 countries worldwide. Partners in the company have the flexibility to operate under the Do it Best, True Value, or their own local store identities, offering a diverse range of branding options to best serve their communities.
Culture:
Each team member is valued as an individual - with their intrinsic value at the forefront. We prioritize your career growth through one-on-one training, conferences, tuition assistance, mentoring and more. We encourage authentic relationships by hosting social events and fostering a culture where lasting friendships are made. In fact, the three most valued aspects of being a part of the Do it Best team are the culture, the compensation, and the level of fulfillment that each team member experiences from their role.
Our Philosophy : Serving others as we would like to be served
Our Mission : Making the best even better
Our Goal: Helping members grow and achieve their dreams
Please note that for this role, relocation assistance is not available. Candidates should be willing and able to work in Fort Wayne, IN without the need for relocation support. We encourage local candidates or those already planning to move to the area to apply.