Packaging Development Coordinator at Shoprite Group of Companies

Project Coordination

• Coordinate work allocated to the Packaging development department – route effectively.
• Ensure each packaging specification is up to date, in order and monitored.
• Ensure the packaging development project status is up to date for weekly status meetings.
• Coordinate document management to improve workflow, to enhance collaboration among team members.

Coordinating packaging process

• Ensure the take-on process and documentation for all projects are effectively managed.
• Efficiently capture packaging jobs on the prescribed system during the roll-out stage (e.g., packaging specs, copy & component forms to agent, applications, reverts check & final sign-off & disking).
• Coordinate signoffs between various parties (internal and external) as per business requirement.
• Maintain a clear paper trail for each packaging project and update status document.

Quality Control

• Ensure each debrief is actioned according to the prescribed standard before Packaging Projects Manager/Technologists sign-off occurs.
• Monitor the quality and accuracy of debriefs.

Stakeholder Relationships

• Work with suppliers, buyers, internal and external design agencies regarding any packaging issues or feedback and record the responses.
• Investigate opportunities for improved service and product offering.

Ad-hoc Administration

• Perform administrative tasks for Private Label Packaging leadership team as per business requirements.
• Assist with the preparation of regular status reports and updates for project stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Marketing, Business or related field - (essential).

Experience

• +2 years relevant experience in a Packaging Development role, with experience in administration, management support and coordination, and knowledge of packaging process. (essential)
• Proven experience in a similar role within a retail - (desired).