Packaging Design Manager

Dollar Shave Club

Durham, NC

Full Time

Senior

110k-125k

13 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

Dollar Shave Club is a disruptive, irreverent brand that revolutionized the shaving industry with humor and a direct-to-consumer model. Since 2011, the company has expanded internationally, offering grooming products and experiences that challenge industry norms. The role involves leading packaging design efforts to create standout retail packaging, displays, and marketing materials, while maintaining brand consistency and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the design and development of packaging including brainstorming, design, prototype development, and production, across our product portfolio, including core SKUs, seasonal/LTO items, and special collection ensuring deliverables are met within scheduled deadlines
Partner with brand, marketing, and product teams to align packaging with overall brand strategy and consumer insights
Collaborate with suppliers, printers, and vendors to ensure high-quality, production-ready files and cost-efficient execution
Design and oversee retail displays, end caps, and in-store signage that drive attention and conversion
Manage and mentor a Production Designer, providing creative direction, feedback, and career development
Own and evolve packaging guidelines and design systems, ensuring consistency and functionality while pushing for innovation
Stay current on packaging trends, sustainability practices, and retail merchandising innovations
Support broader brand design initiatives beyond packaging as needed

Requirements

6+ years of experience in packaging design, ideally within a CPG personal care brand
Strong portfolio showcasing packaging, retail displays, and LTO/seasonal work
Proven ability to manage projects from concept through to production
1-2+ years of experience mentoring or managing junior designers or production staff
Fluent in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and familiarity with 3D/mockup tools
Strong understanding of print production, dielines, materials, and retail merchandising
Ability to balance creative excellence with business needs and timelines
A proactive, collaborative mindset with sharp attention to detail
Bonus: Knowledge of shopper marketing and retail strategy

Nice to Have

Knowledge of shopper marketing and retail strategy

Qualifications

Educational background not explicitly specified, but implied experience in packaging design and related skills

Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive benefit plans with low premium options, including medical, dental and vision coverage, along with supplemental coverage options
Free life insurance, short term disability and long term disability
401(k) plan with a company match of 100% of the first 2%, and 50% of up to an additional 4% with no vesting period
Unlimited vacation and generous sick time
Half day Fridays year-round (subject to business needs)
12 weeks of fully paid parental leave
4 weeks of fully paid disability leave
Free Dollar Shave Club Products
Monthly cell phone and work-from-home stipends

Working at Dollar Shave Club

Dollar Shave Club fosters a disruptive, humorous, and innovative culture rooted in challenging industry norms and creating engaging experiences. The company values creativity, collaboration, and a proactive mindset, emphasizing fun and irreverence while maintaining a focus on quality and growth.

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