Senior Designer, Packaging

C.H. Robinson is looking for a creative and strategic Senior Designer - Packaging to bring bold ideas to life across integrated marketing campaigns and packaging initiatives. In this role, you will lead the development of compelling visual experiences from concept through production, ensuring brand consistency, regulatory compliance, and exceptional design quality. You will collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to transform business objectives into impactful creative solutions while serving as a trusted design expert and mentor to junior team members. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment where creativity, strategic thinking, and leadership come together, we’d love to hear from you.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and execute a user-centric content strategy for integrated marketing campaigns across various platforms, driving brand alignment, cross-platform adaptability, and strategic storytelling
• Create graphic designs and themes for campaigns and other marketing efforts using style guides and develop new guidelines for product launches as needed
• Serve as a subject matter expert on design best practices and tools
• Act as a resource for junior team members by answering questions and providing guidance to support their work
• Provide constructive feedback and mentorship to less experienced designers
• Collaborate with Marketing team and stakeholders to translate vision into impactful visual solutions and to create final assets
• May assist creative managers with overflow work or projects on an as-needed basis
• Contributes ideas for continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance the team’s creative output
• Other duties or responsibilities as assigned according to the team and/or country specific requirements
• Lead the complete packaging design lifecycle, from concept through production-ready artwork, including graphics, labels, dielines, structural layouts, mockups, renderings, and required labeling components.
• Ensure packaging meets applicable regulatory, food safety, customer, brand, licensing, and production requirements, collaborating with internal teams, printers, suppliers, co-packers, growers, and licensing partners.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, and/or Marketing
• Minimum 2 years of experience creating marketing campaigns across multiple deliverables (e.g., paid ads, websites, print, video, etc.) using design software
• Experience creating packaging artwork and production-ready files for consumer packaged goods (CPG), food, beverage, produce, or retail packaging.
• Knowledge of FDA labeling requirements, Nutrition Facts Panels, packaging compliance, and GS1 barcode standards

Preferred:

• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and other design software (Ex: Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite of Programs
• Exceptional ability to conceptualize and execute innovative design solutions
• A portfolio demonstrating expertise in a variety of design disciplines
• Proven experience in project management, with the ability to lead complex initiatives, manage timelines, and collaborate cross-functionally to drive successful outcomes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and develop effective solutions
• Ability to motivate and encourage change, able to get positive results in a very large, dispersed organization
• Values a diverse and inclusive work environment
• Experience supporting both packaging design and broader marketing/creative initiatives
• Portfolio demonstrating expertise across packaging design, branding, print production, and marketing communications

Disclaimer:

This job description is intended to generally describe the nature and level of work to be performed by employees in this position. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required of employees performing this role.

We will review applications for this role on an ongoing basis and encourage all interested candidates to apply at their earliest convenience.

Compensation Range

The base pay range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum base pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Your individual base pay within this range is determined by work location, which takes into account geographic cost of labor, and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base pay only and do not include additional variable compensation.

Questioning if you meet the mark? Studies have shown that some individuals may be less likely to apply unless they match the job description exactly. Here at C.H. Robinson, we’re building an inclusive workplace where all employees feel they belong. If this position excites you, we welcome you to apply whether you check all the preferred qualifications or just a few. You may just be our next great fit!

Equal Opportunity

C.H. Robinson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a workplace and performance culture that reflects the strengths of our worldwide marketplace. We value unique experiences and diverse backgrounds of our people within our company, our business relationships, and our communities. We’re committed to providing an inclusive environment, free from harassment and discrimination, where all employees feel welcomed, valued and respected.

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Benefits

Your Health, Wealth and Self

Your total wellbeing is the foundation of our business, and our benefits support your financial, family and personal goals. We provide the top-tier benefits that matter to you most, including:

• Three medical plans which include

• • Prescription drug coverage

  • Enhanced Fertility benefits

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Health Savings Account (including employer contribution)

• Dental and Vision

• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

• Paid observed holidays

• 2 paid floating holidays for U.S. hourly employees

• Flexible Time Off (FTO) offered to U.S. salaried employees - no accruals and no caps. Paid Time Off (PTO) offered to all other employees in the U.S. and Canada

• Paid parental leave

• Paid time off to volunteer in your community

• Charitable Giving Match Program

• 401(k) with 6% company matching

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Plus a broad range of career development, networking, and team-building opportunities

Learn more about our benefit offerings on our BENEFITS & WELLBEING page