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Design Program Manager - Packaging | San Francisco, CA
Design Program Manager - Packaging
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San Francisco , CA

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Remote

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Contract

San Francisco, CA

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Remote

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Contract

Job ID 73587|Posted Feb 25, 2026
JOB DESCRIPTION

Join an exciting opportunity to manage and nurture the creative execution of packaging solutions for globally renowned products. Lead collaborative efforts in a dynamic environment to ensure high-quality delivery.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee program intake, define scope, and develop comprehensive workback timelines.
  • Co-ordinate the creation and management of regional program schedules effectively.
  • Guide the creative development of international packaging and in-box designs.
  • Direct cross-functional teams, vendors, and suppliers to achieve excellent artistic results.
  • Maintain accuracy in design, ensuring robust production and artwork execution outcomes.
  • Streamline artwork approval processes and manage the release to print activities.
  • Facilitate clear and consistent communication regarding schedules and deliverables.
  • Dispatch final project files to vendors in compliance with established SOPs.
  • Address and resolve unexpected challenges while safeguarding quality standards.

Skills

  • Proven experience in program management within packaging and creative design sectors.
  • Adept at navigating various creative development, management, and proofing systems.
  • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities across multiple projects.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, are essential.
  • Attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills are crucial.

Preferred Skills

  • Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Experience working in fast-paced, high-mix environments with a focus on results.

We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply and join our mission to drive innovation and creativity.

By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that Horizontal Talent may contact you regarding your application using automated technology, including phone calls, SMS/text messages, or email, which may be delivered by our virtual AI recruiter, Alex.

Horizontal is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. 

We seek to provide employment opportunities to talented, qualified candidates regardless of race, color, sex/gender including gender identity and/or expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under federal, state or local law.

In addition, Horizontal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application or interview process, please contact us.

All applicants applying must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.

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