Manager, Package Development
- Pay
- $100,000 – $120,000 per year
- Location
- New York Metropolitan - Hybrid
- Job type
- Full-time
- Level
- Director
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Listed
- 30 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- packaging development
- packaging materials
- supplier management
- product commercialization
Also useful
- ESG sustainability
- contract manufacturing
What You'll Do
The Manager, Package Development is a hands-on technical leader responsible for driving packaging development for the body, hair, and lip categories from concept through commercialization. This role partners closely with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver innovative, high-quality, and scalable packaging solutions that meet brand, cost, supply chain, and sustainability goals. In addition to leading new development projects, this role will support selected technical transfers, cost savings, and continuous improvement initiatives.
What You'll Be Working On
- Lead end-to-end packaging development for new product launches from feasibility through commercialization
- Develop scalable, supply-chain-efficient packaging solutions aligned with brand, operational, cost, and quality objectives
- Support risk assessments, feasibility reviews, and technical recommendations to support project decision-making
- Own packaging specifications, testing, validation, and documentation to ensure robust execution and launch readiness
- Support technical transfers between suppliers, manufacturing sites, or regions as needed
- Assist with troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and resolution of packaging-related issues
- Support ESG-related initiatives within Package Development, including sustainability improvements, material optimization, and data gathering for EPR reporting
- Contribute to continuous improvement efforts across processes, testing standards, supplier strategies, and cost-savings initiatives
- Collaborate with suppliers and contract manufacturers to align technical requirements, testing, and execution
- Identify opportunities to enhance accuracy, speed-to-market, technical rigor, and sustainability outcomes
Must Haves
- Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field preferred
- 5+ years of packaging development experience, with strong preference for experience in the body care, hair, and/or lip categories
- Proven experience leading packaging projects from concept through commercialization
- Strong understanding of packaging materials, componentry, testing, and supplier capabilities
- Experience working with contract manufacturers and global suppliers
- Exposure to sustainability or ESG initiatives preferred
How You'll Know You're a Fit
- Strong technical judgment and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Clear, confident communicator who can influence without direct authority
- High level of ownership, accountability, and attention to detail
- Collaborative mindset with the ability to partner effectively across functions
- Comfortable navigating ambiguity and balancing speed with rigor
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Our Story
Launched in 2015, Sol de Janeiro is a globally recognized, award-winning beauty brand, drawing inspiration from Brazil's beauty rituals, warmth, and spirit. Sol de Janeiro delivers a sensory experience beloved by multi-generational consumers worldwide, with clinically proven results, transformative textures, and transportive fragrances.
Headquartered in New York and launched as a digitally native brand, we have expanded globally with teams in Paris, London, and Germany. Our commitment to excellence has earned high-profile honors, including being named one of TIME100's 2024 Most Influential Companies, Fast Company's 2024 World's Most Innovative Companies, and WWD Beauty Inc's Power Brands of 2024, underscoring its leadership in the beauty industry and outstanding workplace. These accolades highlight our dedication to being a leading brand in the beauty industry and an exceptional workplace.
Why Sol de Janeiro?
- Competitive salary and bonus program for full-time team members
- Flexible hybrid work environment with opportunities for collaboration and growth
- Inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives and celebrates individuality
- The chance to be part of a fast-growing, award-winning global beauty brand
The information contained herein is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee, as these may change or new ones may be assigned at any time.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
Sol de Janeiro is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
Requests for accommodation due to a disability or any other protected characteristic can be made at any stage of the recruitment process and during employment by contacting our People Experience Team at.
From Sol de Janeiro's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 10, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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Common questions
What is the salary for the Manager, Package Development role at Sol de Janeiro?
The Manager, Package Development posting at Sol de Janeiro states compensation of $100,000 – $120,000 per year. It is listed as a full-time position. Final pay may depend on location, experience, and interview evaluation on Sol de Janeiro's official career site.
Where is the Manager, Package Development job at Sol de Janeiro located?
This Manager, Package Development position at Sol de Janeiro is located in New York Metropolitan - Hybrid (Hybrid). Always check Sol de Janeiro's application page for specific state eligibility or relocation policies.
What qualifications are required for Manager, Package Development at Sol de Janeiro?
For the Manager, Package Development role, Sol de Janeiro highlights 5+ years of relevant experience; a bachelor's degree; experience with packaging development, packaging materials, supplier management, product commercialization. Rolev.ai can score your existing resume against these requirements and show any skill gaps before you apply.
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