We’ve been trusted to serve Aussie communities since 1914 and grown to become a top 30-listed on the ASX with 120,000 team members and a portfolio of iconic brands. At Coles Group, you’ll not only get to make a difference to millions of Aussie lives—you’ll also get to see your impact.About The TeamFrom baby food to coffee blends, our team members use their passion and innovative thinking to develop and deliver Coles’ own brands of quality products and best value solutions for our customers.About The RoleAs our Category Design Manager, you will be part of executing first class packaging design/artwork to build brand equity in which customers can trust, across multiple product categories. This is a permanent opportunity and will see you work and deliver on design and artwork projects with great shelf presence and demonstrating high print quality.Please note that applications will close on the 6th of NovemberAs part of this role, you will also Oversee the total design and artwork process and deliver to project timelinesLead the design briefs and liaise with varied internal and external stakeholders to ensure clear design directionPartner with creative agencies to co-ordinate and attend food photo shootsManage the approval of design and artwork files which are executed inline with brand style guides; identify any errors or discrepancies and execute corrections efficiently to ensure that the artwork is high quality and meets Coles standards.Constantly challenge costs with various agencies and be accountable for all artwork costs/budgetsAbout You And Your SkillsIn this role, you will have the opportunity to bring your proven design experience and join a diverse team of experts. Your background as part of a design studio or agency will be beneficial in landing successfully in this role. You will manage the end to end of varied artwork/design projects and have genuine impact in the work you will do!You will also have Proven experience in packaging design and artwork exposure is highly desirableDemonstrated experience in strong project management of design projectsPrevious management of multiple projects, deadlines and budgetsAbility to work cross functionally to influence with impactExperience in marketing and design, particularly around new product development and packagingWork autonomously by meeting own deadlines, manage priorities and adapt to moving timeframesCapacity to communicate effectively, partner and influence with senior stakeholdersTake your next step into something bigger, apply nowWith us it’s not about the discounts (although you do get those), it’s about joining a team where your wellbeing and professional development is our investment and celebrating your contributions is the norm. And because everyone leads unique lives, we offer flexible work, additional leave and parental leave entitlements.We’re continuing to build a gender equitable team, and a culture that is just as diverse, inclusive and welcoming as the communities we serve. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe and respectful for our team. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.We’re happy to adjust our recruitment process to support candidates with disability. For further information and additional contact details visit the ‘Our Recruitment Process’ section of our careers site or email inclusionrecruitment@coles.com.auJob ID 126975Employment Type Full time
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