Senior Account Manager (Packaging Design)

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Account Manager (Packaging Design) based in United States.

This role offers the opportunity to lead strategic client relationships within a dynamic creative environment focused on brand strategy, packaging design, and consumer experiences. The successful candidate will act as a trusted advisor, managing key accounts and driving business growth through innovative design solutions. Working at the intersection of creativity, strategy, and commercial impact, this position requires strong client leadership and a deep understanding of packaging and brand development. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality creative projects for recognized consumer brands. The role combines account management, creative problem-solving, and operational leadership to ensure successful project execution. You will help shape client partnerships, optimize workflows, and contribute to the continued growth of a global design-focused organization. This is a hybrid/remote opportunity ideal for a strategic thinker with a passion for design, branding, and client success

Accountabilities:: The Senior Account Manager (Packaging Design) will be responsible for managing client partnerships, overseeing creative workflows, and ensuring the successful delivery of packaging and brand design initiatives. This role requires balancing business objectives with creative excellence while driving portfolio growth and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.

Build and maintain trusted relationships with key clients, acting as a strategic partner and primary point of contact for account needs.

Oversee marketing and design initiatives across packaging, brand strategy, point-of-sale, digital, and social channels.

Lead account teams and coordinate cross-functional creative teams to deliver projects on time and within scope.

Translate client objectives into clear creative briefs, ensuring alignment between business goals and design execution.

Provide strategic guidance, creative feedback, and quality oversight to maintain high standards across all deliverables.

Lead project kickoffs, client meetings, brainstorming sessions, and workflow planning activities.

Present creative solutions, insights, and recommendations effectively to clients and senior stakeholders.

Develop proposals, estimates, statements of work, and project plans based on client requirements.

Track account performance, forecasts, budgets, invoices, and key business metrics.

Identify opportunities for account growth, process improvements, and increased operational efficiency.

Serve as an escalation point for client concerns and internal project challenges.

Collaborate with teams across disciplines to ensure successful delivery of integrated creative solutions.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in account management, packaging design, and creative strategy, with the ability to manage complex client relationships and guide teams toward successful outcomes. Strong communication skills, business understanding, and creative expertise are essential.

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Graphic Management Services, Design, or a related field.

7+ years of experience in brand stewardship, account management, or client-facing creative roles.

4+ years of experience managing packaging design projects, brand strategy, and creative adaptation.

4+ years of experience in visual communication and creative development.

Proven experience working within a packaging design, branding, or creative agency environment.

Strong understanding of the creative process, design effectiveness, and consumer-focused brand experiences.

Ability to communicate, present, and influence effectively with clients, including executive-level stakeholders.

Experience managing multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive and growth-oriented mindset.

Experience mentoring account teams or project managers is preferred.

Proficiency with PC and Mac platforms, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint or Keynote.

Experience with integrated marketing, digital commerce, and global consumer brands is preferred.

Background working with CPG, healthcare, wellness, or related industries is a plus.

Ability to travel periodically and collaborate with clients and internal teams as needed.

Benefits:

Competitive annual salary range of approximately $95,000–$105,000, depending on location, experience, and qualifications.

Hybrid/remote work flexibility.

Health insurance plans with prescription drug coverage.

Dental and vision insurance.

Life insurance coverage.

Flexible spending accounts and/or health savings account options.

Short-term and long-term disability benefits.

401(k) savings plan.

Opportunity to work with globally recognized brands and innovative creative teams.

Collaborative environment focused on professional growth, creativity, and continuous learning.

Career development opportunities within a global organization.

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