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VP, Packaging Design

New York Metropolitan - Hybrid

Our Story

Launched in 2015, Sol de Janeiro is a globally recognized, award-winning beauty brand, drawing inspiration from Brazil’s beauty rituals, warmth, and spirit. Sol de Janeiro delivers a sensory experience beloved by multi-generational consumers worldwide, with clinically proven results, transformative textures, and transportive fragrances.  

Headquartered in New York and launched as a digitally native brand, we have expanded globally with teams in Paris, London, and Germany. Our commitment to excellence has earned high-profile honors, including being named one of TIME100’s 2024 Most Influential Companies, Fast Company’s 2024 World's Most Innovative Companies, and WWD Beauty Inc’s Power Brands of 2024, underscoring its leadership in the beauty industry and outstanding workplace. These accolades highlight our dedication to being a leading brand in the beauty industry and an exceptional workplace. 

What You’ll Do

As our VP, Packaging Design, you’ll shape the future of Sol de Janeiro’s visual identity through packaging that is as joyful and performance-driven as the products inside. This leader will drive creative innovation across all packaging touchpoints—from primary and secondary packaging to gifting and limited editions—while fostering strong collaboration with cross-functional partners to bring ideas to life with excellence.

You will report to the Chief Creative Officer and lead a best-in-class team responsible for concepting, designing, and executing packaging that resonates globally, elevates our brand, and delights our customers.

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What You’ll Be Working On

  • Lead the creative vision, strategy, and execution for packaging design across all product categories
  • Inspire, manage, and grow a high-performing packaging design team
  • Drive innovation in form, structure, material, and storytelling while upholding Sol de Janeiro’s joyful and sustainable brand DNA
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Product Development, Global Marketing, Operations, R&D, and Regulatory to bring concepts to market on time and on budget
  • Ensure packaging meets both aesthetic and consumer experience standards, while considering functionality, manufacturability, and sustainability
  • Partner with external agencies, suppliers, and production teams to deliver packaging excellence at global scale
  • Oversee design timelines and project management tools to maintain visibility, alignment, and efficiency
  • Serve as a brand guardian and advocate for packaging design in global forums and executive discussions

 

Must Haves

  • 12+ years of experience in packaging design, with a strong portfolio of brand-defining work in beauty, CPG, or luxury
  • 5+ years of creative leadership experience with direct team management
  • Deep expertise in brand storytelling through packaging, from concept sketches to production-ready files
  • Strong understanding of global markets, cultural nuance, and packaging trends
  • Passion for material innovation, sustainability, and consumer-first design
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills with executive stakeholders
  • Experience working collaboratively with technical packaging development teams (engineering, R&D, supply chain)
  • Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design, Graphic Design, Packaging Design, or a related field

Cross-Functional Partnership

This role will collaborate closely with the Packaging Development and Engineering teams within Supply Chain and R&D to ensure designs are technically feasible, scalable, and aligned with manufacturing realities. The VP, Packaging Design owns the creative vision and execution, while the technical development and validation sit with our operational partners.

 

How You’ll Know You’re a Fit

  • Entrepreneurial attitude in driving new merchandising opportunities and ownership mindset for all programs. 
  • Deep appreciation for company values and culture, embracing diversity, teamwork, and innovation. 
  • Collaborative mindset, capable of driving cross-functional alignment and achieving shared goals. 
  • Results-oriented with a focus on driving sales and profitability through strategic planning and execution. 
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. 
  • Positive attitude, adaptability, and resilience in the face of challenges. 
  • Passion for the beauty industry and commitment to staying abreast of industry trends and developments. 

 

 

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Salary Range

$225,000 - $275,000 USD

Why Sol de Janeiro?

  • Competitive salary and bonus program
  • Flexible hybrid work environment with opportunities for collaboration and growth
  • Inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives and celebrates individuality
  • The chance to be part of a fast-growing, award-winning global beauty brand

 The information contained herein is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee, as these may change or new ones may be assigned at any time. 

Sol de Janeiro is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. 

Requests for accommodation due to a disability or any other protected characteristic can be made at any stage of the recruitment process and during employment by contacting our People Experience Team at careers@soldejaneiro.com. 

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