Artwork Process Management Specialist

Artwork Process Management SpecialistA part of Colgate-Palmolive since 1976, Hill's Pet Nutrition offers the highest-quality pet nutrition available through product lines Prescription Diet® and Science Diet®. Veterinarians worldwide recommend and feed their own pets Hill's products more than any other brand of pet food. Available in approximately 80 countries around the world, our extensive line of products includes more than 60 Prescription Diet brand pet foods and more than 50 Science Diet brand pet foods. We believe all animals should be loved and cared for during their lifetimes. That is why we are proud our pet foods can make a difference in your pet's life. A career at Hill's Pet Nutrition or Colgate-Palmolive is an excellent opportunity if you seek a global experience, constant challenge, and development opportunities in an environment that respects work/life effectiveness.Role Summary: This role ensures the smooth and efficient flow of all packaging artwork throughout the production and approval lifecycle. The Specialist is responsible for monitoring, executing, and overseeing the day-to-day routing and approval of all packaging artwork in Colgate's global project management system. You will act as the central coordinator, driving process adherence under pressure and liaising between cross-functional teams and external providers to guarantee all timeline milestones and file-to-printer dates are met. The single most important function is to maintain process discipline with consistent speed, ensuring timely and accurate artwork production.Responsibilities:Monitor, execute, and oversee the day-to-day routing and approval of all packaging artwork in the global artwork approval/project management system, ensuring completion of all required tasks by cross-functional teams is met within the allotted KPIs and timelines.Coordinate and facilitate artwork approvals through team communication and flow of information, including alerting leadership of delays and making recommendations for mitigation steps.Review each round of the artwork mechanical proofing, confirming readiness, and providing accurate, complete technical artwork direction/scope into the workflow tool for the artwork provider.Review, interpret, and clarify feedback from cross-functional teams (e.g., Marketing, Legal, Regulatory, R&D) in each round of mechanical proofs, coordinating resolution to issues or inconsistencies with external artwork providers and printers.Lead weekly status calls with artwork provider(s) and primary business partners, such as Regional Artwork Leads and Packaging Engineering Teams.Provide training and guidance to new and existing users of the global artwork approval system, and support artwork process continuous improvement projects.Required Qualifications:BS/BA degree.2+ years of experience in artwork trafficking, project management, or artwork production.Very strong knowledge of artwork trafficking and approval processes.Very strong workflow tool usage skills.Preferred Qualifications:Strong project management, prioritization, follow-up, attention to detail, and organizational skills.Strong relationship building and communication skills, with proficiency in understanding and being understood by technical and non-technical stakeholders.Strong capabilities in continuous improvement.Basic knowledge of design software applications (Photoshop, Illustrator).Basic design sensibility: Ability to assess whether a design/artwork adheres to pre-established brand packaging guidelines.Compensation and Benefits Salary Range $86,000.00 - $107,500.00 USD Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles. Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.Our Commitment to Inclusion Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business. Equal Opportunity Employer Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.