Melissa & Doug
Design Coordinator Contractor
Melissa & Doug, Wilton, Connecticut, us, 06897
Imagine working for a company with a mission you can truly believe in, a playful and energetic culture, a talented team of coworkers, and a bright future! Melissa & Doug, the toy company committed to nurturing childhood wonder, is looking for a Design Coordinator Contractor. In this role, you'll be an essential part of our mission to inspire creativity and imagination in children throughout the world with thoughtfully designed toys that spark free play.
ROLE OVERVIEW
We are seeking a Design Coordinator Contractor to be located onsite in our Wilton, CT headquarters, and will report to the Packaging Director. Our Design Coordinator Contractor will support the Design team with operational and administrative support related to product and packaging development. This highly organized individual should be a great communicator, enjoy working collaboratively, be able to multi-task, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. This position will play an important role in the support of developing our new products. Responsibilities include submitting text and graphic assets for review and approval, entering product updates into systems, and preparing files for external business use. The Design Coordinator will work independently under tight deadlines, proactively communicate any comments to cross-functional teams, and escalate issues to management when needed.
Responsibilities:
Submit artwork, designs, and packaging for review/approval with external companies, licensors, and/or regulatory agencies. Document the status of approvals in a tracker sheet.Submit and track translation and proofreading requests. Document the status of progress in a tracker sheet.Input product set-up information in licensors' Approval Systems- SKU#, Bar code #, timing, territories, etc.Route comments and/or approvals to management.Upload and download files to/from external vendors, place them in their respective locations, and notify the necessary teams.Take notes at key meetings.Document samples for product development and approval.Send and track sample shipments to licensors.Collaborate with and support cross-functional teams to develop product lines.Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree strongly preferred2-3 years of experience in Project ManagementExceptional organizational skills and attention to detailSolid knowledge of Microsoft Office. A basic understanding of Adobe Creative Suite and Smartsheet is a definite plus.Strong problem-solving and decision-making skillsExcellent communication skills with the ability to work with cross-functional teams and influence without authorityGreat relationship builder with external partnersEffective time managerSelf-motivated with high energy and positive attitude
OUR STORY
It all started in 1988 with a boy, a girl, and a dream to make meaningful toys that would inspire hands-on, imaginative play. From classic wooden toys to realistic pretend play sets, Melissa & Doug makes well-crafted toys that are developed with care to be passed down from generation to generation or shared family to family. Whether it's creating high-quality toys that are made to last, planting trees to restore the resources we use, or ensuring our products encourage open-ended play for all kinds of kids, we're on a journey to make the world a better, more sustainable place. While the company approaches $1 billion at retail annually, the quality of every toy, the experience of every child, and the trust of every parent remains at the center of everything we do. To learn more about our mission and commitment to sustainability, go to MelissaAndDoug.com
Melissa & Doug proudly goes beyond being an equal opportunity employer, we work hard to sustain and enhance the natural and organic inclusivity that is fostered every day, by every associate. We don't do this because anyone tells us this is important, we do it because we genuinely want every person who comes to work here to be treated with respect and dignity and to be comfortable being their most authentic, genuine selves.
We hire for character, kindness, humanity, and experience . . . therefore, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; religion; age; sex; national origin; color; ancestry; physical, mental, or learning disability; sexual orientation; transgender status; gender identity and expression; veteran or military status; along with any and all other legally protected characteristics. In that light, we will provide reasonable accommodations consistent with applicable law as it relates to disability and religious beliefs/practices.
ROLE OVERVIEW
We are seeking a Design Coordinator Contractor to be located onsite in our Wilton, CT headquarters, and will report to the Packaging Director. Our Design Coordinator Contractor will support the Design team with operational and administrative support related to product and packaging development. This highly organized individual should be a great communicator, enjoy working collaboratively, be able to multi-task, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. This position will play an important role in the support of developing our new products. Responsibilities include submitting text and graphic assets for review and approval, entering product updates into systems, and preparing files for external business use. The Design Coordinator will work independently under tight deadlines, proactively communicate any comments to cross-functional teams, and escalate issues to management when needed.
Responsibilities:
Submit artwork, designs, and packaging for review/approval with external companies, licensors, and/or regulatory agencies. Document the status of approvals in a tracker sheet.Submit and track translation and proofreading requests. Document the status of progress in a tracker sheet.Input product set-up information in licensors' Approval Systems- SKU#, Bar code #, timing, territories, etc.Route comments and/or approvals to management.Upload and download files to/from external vendors, place them in their respective locations, and notify the necessary teams.Take notes at key meetings.Document samples for product development and approval.Send and track sample shipments to licensors.Collaborate with and support cross-functional teams to develop product lines.Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree strongly preferred2-3 years of experience in Project ManagementExceptional organizational skills and attention to detailSolid knowledge of Microsoft Office. A basic understanding of Adobe Creative Suite and Smartsheet is a definite plus.Strong problem-solving and decision-making skillsExcellent communication skills with the ability to work with cross-functional teams and influence without authorityGreat relationship builder with external partnersEffective time managerSelf-motivated with high energy and positive attitude
OUR STORY
It all started in 1988 with a boy, a girl, and a dream to make meaningful toys that would inspire hands-on, imaginative play. From classic wooden toys to realistic pretend play sets, Melissa & Doug makes well-crafted toys that are developed with care to be passed down from generation to generation or shared family to family. Whether it's creating high-quality toys that are made to last, planting trees to restore the resources we use, or ensuring our products encourage open-ended play for all kinds of kids, we're on a journey to make the world a better, more sustainable place. While the company approaches $1 billion at retail annually, the quality of every toy, the experience of every child, and the trust of every parent remains at the center of everything we do. To learn more about our mission and commitment to sustainability, go to MelissaAndDoug.com
Melissa & Doug proudly goes beyond being an equal opportunity employer, we work hard to sustain and enhance the natural and organic inclusivity that is fostered every day, by every associate. We don't do this because anyone tells us this is important, we do it because we genuinely want every person who comes to work here to be treated with respect and dignity and to be comfortable being their most authentic, genuine selves.
We hire for character, kindness, humanity, and experience . . . therefore, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; religion; age; sex; national origin; color; ancestry; physical, mental, or learning disability; sexual orientation; transgender status; gender identity and expression; veteran or military status; along with any and all other legally protected characteristics. In that light, we will provide reasonable accommodations consistent with applicable law as it relates to disability and religious beliefs/practices.