Business Development Representative

RISTICH is looking for an Business Development Representative

Ristich is a Los Angeles–based product and packaging development firm working with premium brands across beauty, wellness, lifestyle, CPG, hospitality, and entertainment. We help teams move from early concept through engineering, manufacturing, and delivery — with a strong focus on real-world execution, cost discipline, and production feasibility.Our work lives at the intersection of design and manufacturing. We partner closely with suppliers, engineers, and brand teams to create packaging systems that are not only compelling, but manufacturable, scalable, and reliable.We’re looking for an Industrial Packaging Designer who is comfortable operating inside real constraints and excited to design things that actually get made.

The Mission:

As an Industrial Packaging Designer at Ristich, you’ll be responsible for developing packaging concepts and systems that balance brand intent, material performance, manufacturing realities, and cost targets. You’ll work closely with internal teams and external suppliers to bring packaging from concept to production — often across multiple iterations.This role is ideal for someone who enjoys both creative problem-solving and technical rigor, and who understands that great packaging design is inseparable from how it’s produced.

Mission Qualifications:

Experience designing physical packaging that has gone to production

Strong understanding of materials, structures, and manufacturing processes

Comfortable working within cost, tooling, and supply-chain constraints

Clear communicator — able to explain design decisions to non-designers

Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects

Proficient with relevant design tools (Adobe CC, CAD or packaging software as applicable)

Experience working with consumer goods, retail packaging, or manufacturing partners is a strong plus.

Mission Compensation:

Competitive salary, based on experiencePerformance-based bonusesRemote work flexibilityExposure to a wide range of packaging formats, suppliers, and product categoriesOpportunity to work on real, production-scale projects for premium brands

Here’s what you can expect once you apply

We keep our hiring process straightforward and respectful of your time.After you apply, our team will review your background and reach out if there’s a potential fit. Qualified candidates can expect a brief introductory conversation focused on experience, communication style, and alignment with the role.From there, you may be asked to complete a short practical exercise or participate in a deeper conversation with our leadership team to assess how you approach outreach, qualification, and real-world scenarios. Final steps typically include a discussion around expectations, compensation, and next steps.We aim to move efficiently, communicate clearly throughout the process, and ensure there’s a strong mutual fit before making any decisions.