Independently owned since its founding, Kaleidoscope has amassed nearly 30 years of experience integrating brand strategy, packaging design and packaging prototyping to solve complex CPG challenges with speed and agility. From emerging start-ups to global icons, we deliver results you can measure, quality craftsmanship you can hold, and, most importantly, a clear vision to propel brands forward toward their maximum potential.
Are you a master at turning ideas into reality? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where you can make things happen with a smile? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We seek a highly motivated and organized Project Manager to join our team and take charge of high-touch Realization projects from concept to execution.
As our Project Manager, you will be the go-to person for all project-related information. From customer service to estimating, documenting to tracking budgets, scheduling to quality control, and ensuring on-time delivery and invoicing, you will be the driving force behind our Realization and Strategic Design projects. You will collaborate with every discipline of our internal team, building strong relationships with Business Development, Production, Color Imaging, Model Making & Prototyping, Design, and Mock-Up, to name a few.
One of your key responsibilities will be fostering client partnerships and providing exceptional service to Account Management and the client. You’ll be the point person in communicating project scope changes and estimates, demonstrating confidence and professionalism while serving our clients’ needs. This is a full-time position that requires 5 days of onsite work in our studio.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Act as the main point of contact for the client, ensuring on-time delivery and exceeding expectations.
- Provide tactical and administrative support as the project owner to meet client requirements.
- Advise Account Management on budget estimates and create estimates as needed.
- Coordinate project kick-off meetings and provide project leads with planning breakdowns, budgets, and calendar milestones.
- Perform continuous follow-up and follow-through with all departments to ensure projects progress as planned and on time.
- Coordinate workflow and deliverables for project teams, maintaining quality control of final deliverables.
- Communicate job status consistently with Account Management and the client.
- Ensure project accuracy and timely delivery while preparing cost summaries for approval.
- Format invoices and submit them to the client’s Accounts Payable department for processing and payment.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to facilitate efficient project flow and collaboration.
- Outstanding interpersonal and customer service skills to build strong relationships with clients and internal teams.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail for meticulous project management.
- Strong time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address project challenges effectively.
- Strong leadership skills to inspire and guide project teams.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate to ensure project efficiency.
- Thorough understanding of project or product development or the ability to quickly learn.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
- At least four years of related experience in a production agency.
- PMP, PgMP, CAPM, or comparable project management certifications are highly desirable.
Supervisory Responsibility:
- While there are no direct supervisory duties, you will lead and direct project-related activities of the project team members.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Occasional lifting of up to 40 pounds.
At Kaleidoscope, we value our team members and strive to provide them with a competitive benefits package that supports their well-being and helps them achieve their financial and personal goals. In addition to a great studio space, unlimited Starbucks coffee, and awesome people (and sometimes dogs) to work with, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Competitive base pay.
- Generous PTO/Floating Holidays, Paid Holidays, and Paid Parental Leave to support work-life balance.
- Health, well-being, and retirement benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 100% employer-paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance.
- Voluntary Life Insurance for additional coverage for yourself, partner, and children.
- Voluntary Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance (STD and LTD) for added financial protection.
- 401(k) plan with a generous employer match to help you plan for your future.
- Employee Assistance Program – free and confidential support for you and your family.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Upon hire, candidates are required to provide proof of authorization to work in the United States.