Job Description
Cpl in partnership with our client are seeking an Artwork Planning Specialist to join the team for a fixed term contract.
Position Summary: Ensure accurate creation, maintenance, and technical approval of all artworks for packaging and associated documentation and systems in line with regulatory implementation timelines. Liaise with plant, markets and outsourced artwork creation centre for issues related to artwork changes and new artwork development to ensure packaged products meet customer needs which are compliant with Marketing Authorisations.
Key Responsibilities:
* Ensure strict adherence to site policies/procedures, cGMP and environmental, health and safety regulations.
* Execute responsibilities in line with Right First Time principles.
* Resolve or escalate issues as necessary.
* Execute validated artworks system for transactions and progress internal Requests for Artwork Amendment in a timely manner, maintaining regulatory compliance throughout.
* Review and approve artwork components technically.
* Create new components in SAP (Enterprise Resource Planning System) and generate associated Purchasing Specifications.
* Create new Bill of Materials and production versions in SAP, manage effectivity dates and generate associated documentation to meet production needs.
* Act as key site contact with market contacts.
* Generate New Product Introduction Questionnaires and manage E2E activities in relation to artwork creation and launch to market.
* Monitor tasks closely to ensure department metrics are adhered to.
* Report to the department manager.
Supporting Detail Artwork and Packaging Operations
* Lead creation of artwork briefs and completion of Machine Compatibility Technical Reviews.
* Act as main liaison between site and external/internal stakeholders including artwork contractors, Country Offices (COs), Global Packaging Services, Affiliate Packaging Quality Organizations (APQO), Global Labelling Operations (GLO), and Global Product Teams.
* Manage artwork implementation activities aligned with regulatory timelines and change control processes.
Change Control & Documentation:
* Manage documentation, packaging, and artwork changes via ePALMS Change Control and Site-specific Change Control systems.
* Create and maintain accurate records in ePALMS, ensuring all implementation dates are agreed upon and tracked with relevant markets and supply chain planners.
* Ensure timely availability of specifications in line with production schedules.
GMP Documentation – Creation & Maintenance:
* Packaging Specifications
* Purchasing Specifications
* New Product Introduction (NPI) Questionnaires
* Perform technical checks and approvals for artwork files.
SAP Systems Maintenance:
* Load, create, and maintain data related to packaging and purchasing:Bills of Materials (BOMs)Material MastersProduction VersionsPurchasing Master Data
Inventory & Supply Chain Coordination:
* Support inventory management and ensure implementation dates align with market demand.
* Collaborate closely with Planning team to ensure production and supply plans meet regulatory and market requirements.
Cross-functional Technical Liaison:
* Coordinate with Packaging Technology, Incoming Quality, Operations, Purchasing, and Packaging Vendors to ensure seamless packaging operations.
Qualifications:
* A third-level qualification in Purchasing, Materials Management, Business, or Science-related field is preferred.
* Relevant experience combined with right attitude and behaviors may be considered in lieu of formal education.