Senior Associate, Packaging Development

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Harry’s is a men’s grooming brand that was built out of respect for quality craftsmanship, simple design, modern convenience and for guys who know they shouldn’t have to overpay for a great shave. We are able to deliver exceptional value and experiences to our customers because we are vertically integrated. From grinding steel into fine razors blades at our factory in Germany to selling our products directly to customers on our website and select retailers, we own the entire process.

Since launching in early 2013, we have been blown away by the customer response to our brand. Today, we have over 3 million customers and are growing fast. We’re now looking to bring amazing people, like you, together to redefine the way people interact with brands online and in stores across the country.

About the Team

The Product Development Team at Harry’s is responsible for all soft product launches (anything that is not a razor, think Shave Gel, After Shave Balm, Face Lotion, etc.…) from concept to launch, as it pertains to packaging, product development, and project management. As Harry’s continues to grow as a Men’s Grooming brand, the Product Development Team will be the primary driver of new product innovation.

About the Role

The Senior Associate of Package Development will support the global packaging vision for the Harry’s brand. Working closely with cross functional teams including Design, Marketing, and Supply Chain, will bring products to market that is true to Harry’s brand image. We seek a strong team player with a passion and appreciation for design and aesthetics. The candidate should be energized by working in a fast-paced, creative environment, and have prior consumer products experience, with a desire to build a foundation for future growth.

What you will accomplish:

  • Support the vision for packaging philosophy and contribute to the strategy for future development.
  • Access the systems and tools to manage all global packaging geographies, sku variants, and sampling programs.
  • Partner with Product Development and Marketing for assigned categories by synergizing new technologies in packaging in parallel with new formula development
  • Collaboration between Design and Supply Chain colleagues to identify potential suppliers for new development based on capabilities, capacity and performance history.
  • Tracking of package development timeline events with suppliers for assigned programs.
  • Seeks out innovation in packaging trends and and shares findings with packaging team.
  • Attends sourcing trips/press runs/line trials as needed.
  • Identify potential cost savings and price stability opportunities.
  • Maintain a collaborative relationship with suppliers and internal colleagues.

This should describe you:

  • Creative Problem solver - Energized by puzzles, and can't sleep until a solution is found
  • Engineer at heart - Fascinated by how things are made and interact with one another, down to the last detail.
  • Life-long learner: hunger for knowledge, admits when they don’t know answer and diligently works to find it
  • Proactive doer: Gets things done before being asked to do them.
  • Process/systems builder: Creates new systems/processes so that every detail has a place and every place has its detail
  • Professional, enthusiastic, a solid team player and possess a drive for results.
  • Extremely organized, dependable and self-motivated with the ability to excel in a hands-on, fast paced environment.
  • You thrive on direct, honest, and supportive communication.
  • To you, there’s nothing more exciting than a new challenge
  • Sense of humor -- we take our work seriously and ourselves un-seriously

Here's who you'll work with:

  • You’ll report into the Director of Packaging Development
  • You’ll work with internal teams including Marketing, Product Development, Design, Supply Chain, Project Management, Quality and external packaging vendors, contract manufacturers.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Packaging or other related engineering fields from an accredited college/university required.
  • Proven track record of high level performance with a minimum of 3 years experience in packaging, preferably in the cosmetics, consumer goods or related field
  • Experience working in dynamic teams, driving process, interacting with vendors and key partners to ensure delivery of projects against aggressive timelines.
  • Knowledge of decorating techniques and materials used on primary, secondary and tertiary packaging
  • Experience creating package test plans used to validate component/package performance
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively at all levels in the organization and with suppliers to manage multiple projects and changing business needs.
  • Responsible, dependable, self-starter/proactive with strong initiative.
  • Willing and able to travel as needed - domestic and international.

Harry’s is committed to bringing together individuals from different backgrounds and perspectives. We strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, feel a sense of belonging, and do great work together. As an equal opportunity employer, we prohibit any unlawful discrimination against a job applicant on the basis of their race, color, religion, veteran status, sex, parental status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information. We respect the laws enforced by the EEOC and are dedicated to going above and beyond in fostering diversity across our company.

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Location

Usually you will find us in SoHo (NYC) or Covent Gardens (London)! Both office locations are easy to get to and have lots of fun restaurants, bars, and shopping nearby.

An Insider's view of Harry's Inc.

What are some social events your company does?

I thrive at Harry’s because we have programs that support all of me as a black gay man. From leading our LGBTQIA+ ERG to cultural events like our annual Juneteenth celebration, I feel heard and seen in intentional ways.

Darren

CX Manager, Flamingo

What kinds of technical challenges do you and your team face?

As Harry's expands beyond razors, we are focused on building a platform that can support multiple brands, which is transforming our technical infrastructure. We're also collaborating with our data analytics team to better understand our customers, both present and future, and serve personalized and curated experiences to them.

Natalie

Software Engineer

What makes someone successful on your team?

Passion, creativity, and thoughtfulness—with a splash of silliness. You have to be willing to move quickly, test-learn, and be different (even if we fail sometimes)

Nicole

Head of Creative and Communications

How do you make yourself accessible to the rest of the team?

Each week my co-founder & I speak at our all-hands meeting, allowing us to openly share what’s on our minds. We host Q&As, Fireside Chats, Lunch N’ Learns, & I co-sponsor our Women’s Employee Resource Group, where I work with folks at all levels within the company.

Andy

Co-Founder & Co-CEO

How do your team's ideas influence the company's direction?

The People Team works to build and sustain a values-driven work culture that is centered around our employees by being progressive, fair and inclusive, and steeped in learning and development. We design and run thoughtful, people-first benefits and processes. We invest in our people's growth.

Nate

Executive Assistant to CPO and Head of DE&I

What are Harry's Inc. Perks + Benefits

Harry's Inc. Benefits Overview

We’re committed to providing our team with benefits that enhance their mental, physical, and overall well-being. Everyone has different needs, but we are happy to have benefits such as medical, dental, vision, FSA, as well as a 401K, access to Eden Health, and a quarterly wellness reimbursement. That's not to mention our bountiful snacks and catered lunch and breakfast once a week, in addition to free products from all of our brands!

Culture
Volunteer in local community
We participate in local events such as charitable races and local school events!
Partners with nonprofits
Every year, we set aside 1% of our sales to donate to charitable organizations that share our ambition to bring quality mental health care to men everywhere.
Open door policy
OKR operational model
Team based strategic planning
Pair programming
Open office floor plan
Employee resource groups
Employee-led culture committees
Quarterly engagement surveys
Hybrid work model
In-person all-hands meetings
Flexible work schedule
Remote work program
Diversity
Dedicated diversity and inclusion staff
Highly diverse management team
Our management team is a representation of our staff! We have a VP and C-Suite that is comprised of 50% women, and have hired from underrepresented communities throughout the leadership group.
Mandated unconscious bias training
We partner with Paradigm to deliver yearly unconscious bias training, and supplement with the People team's own efforts.
Diversity manifesto
Diversity employee resource groups
The Advocates, African Ancestry Collective, All Equals Women's Group, DNA (People of Color at Harry's), Fuerza Latina, and Pride at Harry's
Hiring practices that promote diversity
Health Insurance & Wellness Benefits
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Our FSAs are designed to stretch your dollars farther. These accounts trim off as much as 30% from your health care or dependent care costs because the money you put into an FSA comes out pre-tax.
Disability insurance
Harry's automatically provides a certain level of coverage for you, plus you have the option to purchase additional insurance for yourself and your dependents.
Dental insurance
We have two plans, one Standard and one Enhanced, with both plans covering preventative care at no cost.
Vision insurance
Our vision plan has Warby Parker as an in network provider!
Health insurance
We have three health plans based on your needs with varying deductibles, and no-to-moderate premium costs.
Life insurance
Wellness programs
We offer a variety of benefits - access to Eden Health, a Wellness Reimbursement Program, and a new fitness reimbursement program through our new medical provider.
Team workouts
Mental health benefits
Online and In-Person Mental Health resources, as well as Company wide mental health days!
Transgender health care benefits
Wellness days
Abortion travel benefits
Financial & Retirement
401(K)
401(K) matching
Harry's provides our 401K through Betterment. We match 2% of contributions up to 4% of an employee's annual salary.
Company equity
Every employee is offered a standard welcome grant of equity based on their level, with vesting over a 4 year period. Additionally, we have annual continuation grant bonus programs!
Pay transparency
Child Care & Parental Leave Benefits
Generous parental leave
We offer 16 weeks of paid leave for all new parents, which applies to birth, adoption, and all paths to parenthood.
Family medical leave
Return-to-work program post parental leave
Fertility benefits
Vacation & Time Off Benefits
Unlimited vacation policy
Generous PTO
"My Time" - a flexible time-off policy that includes vacation, sick, and personal time. Additionally, we offer 16 weeks of paid parental leave, plus four weeks of customized re-boarding
Paid volunteer time
You have the opportunity to volunteer up to five full days per year. We also set aside 1% of sales to go back to charitable organizations and causes.
Sabbatical
A four-week, fully paid sabbatical after five years at Harry's. Unplug, unwind, and come back refreshed and ready to tackle the next big challenge.
Paid holidays
10 company-paid holidays per year.
Paid sick days
Flexible time off
Bereavement leave benefits
Company-wide vacation
Office Perks
Commuter benefits
We offer pre-tax commuter benefits through WageWorks.
Company-sponsored outings
Harry's has an annual company-wide offsite, holiday party, and other celebrations based on our big milestones!
Free snacks and drinks
Other snacks and drinks are provided, not to mention cold brew on tap.
Some meals provided
We provide catered breakfast every Wednesday before our company-wide Team Meeting, and catered lunch every Thursday.
Company-sponsored happy hours
Join the #happyhours slack channel to plan the next casual outing!
Pet friendly
Harry's pet policy is dog-friendly daily.
Relocation assistance
Fitness stipend
We give $150 a quarter towards health and wellness.
Home-office stipend for remote employees
Mother's room
Professional Development Benefits
Job training & conferences
Lunch and learns
Our CEO's Jeff and Andy host quarterly AMAs during lunch! In addition, other teams will share out what they're working on as various share-outs, beer & learns, and lunch & learns.
Promote from within
Mentorship program
Continuing education stipend
We have an incredible L&D program that allows you to use a yearly stipend for continuing education or other L&D-related expenses.
Continuing education available during work hours
We recently instituted "Grow Forth Friday" - a 2-hour block with internal and external learning opportunities offered.
Customized development tracks

Additional Perks + Benefits

The best thing about Harry's is we're constantly improving based on employee feedback. Our employee engagement survey, plus consistent feedback loops with our employees means that every year we are getting better and better. In 2019 we implemented a 401k match, more transparent People processes, an L&D stipend, and much more!

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