Senior Packaging Strategy Lead - Data Management & Sustainability Specialist - arenaflex

About arenaflex

arenaflex stands at the heart of one of the world's most beloved and recognizable brands, our Possessed Brand Management and Product Design organization. We thrive on the magic of finding that perfect product and infuse everything we do with our passion for sustainable aesthetics. We conceptualize, develop, create, and deliver the stylish new favorites that arenaflex customers expect and deserve. As ultra-intuitive trend and style experts, we stay ahead of the curve, proactively identifying our market's needs and exceeding them every time. Join one of our dynamic and creative teams to influence the style, quality, and value that firmly establish arenaflex as an industry leader. Your contributions will have a meaningful impact across numerous categories. Here, you'll be at the center of developing and reinventing arenaflex-owned brands that delight and surprise our customers, wherever and whenever they love to shop.

About arenaflex Packaging

A position with arenaflex Packaging represents a valuable opportunity to contribute to the development of packaging for arenaflex's most beloved owned brands, exclusive collaborations, and travel packaging. Your influence will drive sales and grow brand love through packaging that is customer-focused, on-brand, competitive "at shelf," and category-relevant. In this role, you'll leverage internal and external partnerships, collaborate on research and analysis to support packaging optimization, establish best practices for scalability, and support sustainability initiatives. As part of a global team, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with arenaflex offices, product vendors, and packaging suppliers across the United States, China, India, and other international locations. This position will support and impact all areas of the Owned Brand business. Most importantly, your commitment to diversity and inclusion will come to life every day as you work with multicultural teams to create the best, most sustainable packaging for all of our customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop Data Infrastructure: Build fundamental data requirements, taxonomy structures, and specification compliance to support packaging design optimization and sustainability efforts across all Owned Brand businesses.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Consult with key merchandising, design, store operations, marketing, supply chain, properties, and compliance program owners in establishing relevant data requirements and adaptable standards that consistently reflect our commitment to safety, reliability, cost-effectiveness, and performance.
• Change Management: Create and oversee change processes to ensure accurate packaging document management portfolios across multiple systems and partner teams.
• Training & Communication: Develop, manage, and execute innovative training and content on resources for internal and external audiences to drive comprehensive understanding of standards, specifications, and data accuracy best practices.
• Requirements Optimization: Evaluate data requirements, standards, and specifications to optimize safe, reliable, and cost-effective solutions that align with industry standards, enhance engineering best practices, are consistent with risk tolerance thresholds, and maintain a leadership position in the industry.
• Guidance & Support: Provide support and guidance to cross-functional teams and colleagues to ensure proper interpretation and implementation of packaging data requirements, standards, and specifications.
• Regulatory Compliance: Consult with appropriate internal regulatory and compliance subject matter experts, identifying impacts on current data requirements and standards, taking action to mitigate risks and identify opportunities for improvement in compliance.
• Global Partnerships: Facilitate cross-functional global partnerships to drive effective communication and roadshows regarding product development goals, compliance, and data accuracy best practice requirements and expectations.
• Performance Measurement: Leverage data to identify trends or issues, in partnership with technology teams, to measure the effectiveness of training delivered and communications sent.
• Industry Research: Research industry trends and evaluate arenaflex's corresponding data and standards practices, sharing insights and recommendations with appropriate stakeholders for change and compliance.
• Leadership & Mentorship: Provide leadership and guidance to others, driving effectiveness and efficiency in team outcomes.
• Team Culture: Create and maintain a positive team culture by demonstrating behaviors consistent with arenaflex's values of Inclusivity, Connection, and Drive; ensure ongoing, effective communications to the team, and support individual development by providing regular performance feedback, coaching, recognition, and evaluation.
• Additional Responsibilities: Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential Requirements

• Four-year degree or equivalent experience
• 4+ years of experience developing and managing documentation and standards programs, preferably including packaging design and development
• Ability to influence without authority, manage projects, facilitate meetings, resolve conflict, build consensus, establish rapport, and collaborate effectively, both locally and remotely, across all levels of an organization
• Experience with documentation best practices, technical writing, and reporting
• Skilled at developing and advising on content, structure, and delivery of effective training platforms, roadshows, and communications
• Experience leading teams and/or projects, driving collaboration, empowerment, and teamwork
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, creative thinking, and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Flexibility and resilience; open to working in ambiguous and ever-changing environments
• Ability to prioritize, manage multiple tasks, and work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work, communicate, and lead in a highly collaborative environment
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel), Visio applications
• Respects, appreciates, and values diverse voices and approaches
• Committed to creating equitable experiences and fostering an inclusive team

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with packaging or consumer goods manufacturing
• Knowledge of sustainability practices in packaging design
• Experience with cross-functional international project management
• Familiarity with industry-specific packaging software and tools
• Background in brand guidelines and retail packaging standards

Skills & Competencies

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop long-term packaging strategies aligned with business objectives and sustainability goals.
• Data Management: Expertise in creating and maintaining complex data systems and documentation frameworks.
• Project Leadership: Experience leading cross-functional projects from conception to implementation.
• Communication Excellence: Exceptional skills in creating clear, compelling documentation and presentations for diverse audiences.
• Problem Solving: Ability to identify complex packaging challenges and develop innovative, data-driven solutions.
• Collaboration: Proven ability to work effectively with diverse teams across multiple locations and cultures.
• Technical Acumen: Strong understanding of packaging technologies, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with packaging regulations and compliance requirements across different markets.

Career Growth & Development

arenaflex is committed to the professional growth of our team members. As a Packaging Strategy Lead, you'll have numerous opportunities for advancement through our comprehensive development programs. We offer regular training sessions on industry trends, packaging innovations, and leadership skills. Our mentorship program pairs experienced professionals with team members to guide career progression. Additionally, arenaflex supports continuing education through tuition reimbursement and attendance at industry conferences and workshops. Your path to senior leadership positions within our packaging strategy, product development, or sustainability teams is well-supported through structured advancement opportunities and performance-based promotions.

Work Environment & Culture

At arenaflex, we foster a dynamic, inclusive, and innovative work environment where diverse perspectives are valued and collaboration is encouraged. Our team culture is built on the foundation of inclusivity, connection, and drive. We believe that when team members feel respected and empowered, they deliver their best work. Our modern, state-of-the-art facilities provide an inspiring workspace designed for both focused individual work and collaborative team projects. We offer flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance, including hybrid work options and flexible scheduling. Our commitment to sustainability extends to our workplace practices, with eco-friendly facilities and initiatives that align with our packaging sustainability mission.

Compensation & Benefits

arenaflex offers a competitive compensation package designed to attract and retain top talent. The hourly rate for this position is $26, with opportunities for performance-based bonuses and incentives. Our benefits package includes comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, and vision) for employees and their dependents, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching, and generous paid time off including vacation days, personal days, and holidays. Team members enjoy exclusive discounts on arenaflex products and services, including special rates on our owned brands. We provide educational assistance programs to support continuous learning and development, and wellness initiatives that promote physical and mental health. Additional benefits may include life insurance, disability insurance, and family care support programs.

Why Join arenaflex?

Choosing to build your career with arenaflex means joining a company that values innovation, sustainability, and meaningful impact. As a Packaging Strategy Lead, you'll play a crucial role in shaping the future of packaging design and sustainability initiatives that touch millions of customer lives daily. Our commitment to professional development ensures that you'll continuously grow your skills and advance your career in a supportive environment. At arenaflex, we don't just offer jobs—we offer opportunities to make a real difference in how products are presented, protected, and experienced by our customers. Our culture of collaboration and inclusion means your contributions will be valued and recognized, and your ideas will have the potential to influence our brand's direction on a global scale.

How to Apply

Ready to make your mark on the future of packaging strategy? We encourage qualified candidates to apply for this exciting opportunity at arenaflex. Join our team and contribute to packaging solutions that balance aesthetic appeal with environmental responsibility, helping us deliver on our promise of style, quality, and value to our customers worldwide.