About this role
<div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Summary</H2> </div><div><p>Lidl US is searching for the next <strong>Packaging Engineering Manager</strong> to join our <strong>Branding & Packing team</strong>! The Packaging Engineering Manager is a strategic and dynamic role that will lead a team of analysts through collection and verification of packaging assets needed for the development of private label artwork; including both food and non-food items. Based at our head office in Arlington, Virginia, you will own workload planning and reporting on project milestones. A core focus of this leadership position will be spearheading an initiative to optimize shelf-ready packaging (SRP) for store efficiency and product presentation. You will serve as a bridge across Lidl, building relationships and driving cross-functional alignment with both internal stakeholders and external vendors to champion our packaging standards. </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">What You’ll Do</H2> </div><div><p><strong>Essential Functions </strong></p> <ul> <li>Effectively delegate and guide the work of other team members in accordance with Company principles and management model</li> <li>Implement and manage assigned programs, processes and initiatives through effective delegation and collaboration with stakeholders</li> <li>Analyze and evaluate current processes and projects for recommended optimization</li> <li>Lead, mentor, and develop a team of packaging analysts, managing daily workload allocation, setting clear performance expectations, and fostering professional growth</li> <li>Strategically plan project priorities, balance team capacity, and establish, track, and report on critical project milestones to ensure the timely delivery of all packaging assets to the Brand & Packaging (BAP) team </li> <li>Spearhead the initiative to optimize Shelf-Ready Packaging (SRP), leveraging technical insights to maximize in-store handling efficiency and improve shelf appearance according to Lidl guidelines</li> <li>Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships across internal business units—including Purchasing, Brand & Packaging, Supply Chain and Merchandising </li> <li>Serve as the primary escalation point and strategic partner for external vendors, overseeing the collection and verification of dielines and material specifications</li> <li>Provide high-level technical guidance regarding packaging components, corrugate manufacturing, materials and printing</li> <li>Implement and manage assigned programs, processes and initiatives through effective delegation and collaboration with stakeholders</li> <li>Analyze and evaluate current processes and projects for recommended optimization</li> <li>Manage job details, timelines, and proactively raise questions and provide solutions within the packaging management process</li> <li>Advise Sr. Manager of potential conflicts, issues or delays to the design, implementation, production and release of final print files</li> <li>Establish cost standards across SRPs types</li> <li>Ensure the planning, controlling, monitoring and closing projects in assigned area of responsibility </li> <li>Communicate Lidl US packaging requirements with suppliers</li> <li>Review supplier submitted information to confirm both its accuracy and compliance within guidelines</li> <li>Complete product specifications</li> <li>Review packaging specifications to identify correct recycling information</li> <li>Update project trackers with work completed/not completed</li> <li>Assist suppliers with developing new packaging and continuously improving existing packaging within Lidl guidelines</li> <li>Perform other duties as assigned</li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">What You’ll Need</H2> </div><div><p><strong>Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities </strong></p> <ul> <li>Excellent management and supervisory skills</li> <li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills</li> <li>Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills</li> <li>Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail</li> <li>Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines</li> <li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills</li> <li>Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate</li> <li>Proficient in Google Workspace Tools and/or Microsoft Office Suite</li> <li>Ability to guide junior team members, conduct performance reviews, and foster professional development</li> <li>Ability to manage several concurrent projects</li> <li>Ability to provide actionable feedback to design and production agency partners</li> <li>Strong knowledge of consumer/market trends</li> <li>Knowledge of packaging design and brand management</li> <li>Fundamental knowledge of brand building, brand architecture and packaging design in the private label or national brand environment </li> <li>Fundamental knowledge of packaging materials including: paperboard, corrugated, rigid and flexible polymers, glass, and metal </li> <li>Basic understanding of printing processes including: flexographic, lithography, rotogravure, and digital printing</li> <li>Proficiency with CAD and 3D software (Artois CAD, CAPE, Adobe Illustrator, Studio Visualizer, Store Visualizer, Solid works etc.)</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities </strong></p> <ul> <li>Knowledge of packaging design and brand management (marketing) in CPG, FMCG, or grocery retail</li> <li>Strong knowledge of consumer/market trends in the retail/grocery field</li> <li>Intermediate to advanced understanding of printing techniques</li> <li>Advanced understanding of packaging components, structures and materials</li> <li>Advanced knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and design principles</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>Required Education, Certifications/ Licenses, Related Experience </strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree</li> <li>3-5 years of experience in a related field</li> <li>In lieu of degree, 5+ years of experience in related field will meet the education and related experience requirements listed above</li> <li>Proven track record of directly managing, mentoring, or leading a team in a professional setting</li> <li>Strong fundamental knowledge of brand building, brand architecture and packaging design in the private label or national brand environment</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>Preferred Education, Certifications/ Licenses, Related Experience </strong></p> <ul> <li>8-10 years of consumer packaging experience</li> <li>CPG, FMCG or retail food packaging experience</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>Physical Job Requirements </strong></p> <ul> <li>Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer</li> <li>Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times</li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">What You’ll Receive</H2> </div><div><p>At Lidl, we know that in order for our people to do their best, they must be at their best. That’s why as a company, we offer one of the most generous benefits packages in the industry.</p> <p> </p> <p>All our Lidl employees are eligible to receive the following benefits:</p> <p> </p> <ul> <li>Starting pay of $125,000 (with potential to earn $145,000 in the future) </li> <li>Medical & Prescription | Dental | Vision coverage</li> <li>Paid Holiday & Paid Time Off (PTO) to use for sickness or vacation</li> <li>Dedicated training plans to ensure you are set up for success</li> <li>401K Plan (+ 5% company match)</li> <li>Voluntary Term Life & AD&D Insurance</li> <li>Total Well-Being Program</li> <li>DailyPay, a voluntary benefit to offer employees access to their pay on their own schedule </li> </ul> <p> </p> <p>Lidl US views our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) through a lens of actions that are Good for the Environment, Good for People, and Good for You.</p> <p> </p> <p>#LI-MS1</p></div></div></div>