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Project Manager - Packaging & Display


Company : PPP


Location : Pickering, Ontario


Created : 2026-03-27


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job Description You will own display and packaging projects frominitialestimate through finaldelivery,responsible for costing, vendor selection, production execution, and overall project performance. Working with leading CPG brands and retail programs, you willdeterminethe most effective path to deliver each project-balancing in-house manufacturing and external partners to meet cost, quality, and timeline requirements. This role requires strong judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to make decisions in a fast-paced production environment. You are accountable for getting the estimate right, executing to plan, and delivering projects on time and on budget. Who we are: Promotional Print & Packaging (Promotionalprint.ca) - PP&P specializes in Point-of-Purchase (POP) displays, Co-packing, and Logistics,operatingin125,000sqftlogisticsand manufacturing facility. Our reputation for reliability, execution, and customer service has been well earned and shown by the trust and loyalty of clients we have served for over 30 years. JuicyFlutes(Juicyflutes.com)- An online retailer specializing in custom packaging. It is your one-stop-shop for custom shipping boxes,labelsand retail store POP displays. Click,createand ship within minutes to deliver a total package to your customers for that perfect unboxing experience! Whatyoullbe responsible for: Estimate & Production Strategy Buildaccurateestimates and quotes for all assigned projects, and own estimate-to-actual performance including margin, cost control, and variance analysis Determinetheoptimalproduction approach for each project (in-house vs. outsourced),leveraginginternal manufacturing capabilities while making informed vendor selection decisions based on cost, capability, capacity, and risk Negotiate pricing, timelines, and production methods to meet project goals Project Ownership & Execution Own projects from order turnover through final delivery, including scheduling, workbacks, and overall execution Create andmaintainaccurateBOMs, routings, purchase orders, and production documentation Lead coordination across Sales, Design, Production, Co-Pack, and Logistics to ensure alignment from estimate through production Identifyrisks early, communicate changes clearly, and resolve issues quickly to keep projects on track Quality & Delivery Systems Ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to specification,maintaininghigh standardsof quality across all stages of production Set up andmaintainaccuratedata within ERP, ensuring allpurchasingand documentation aligns with the estimate Maintain clean,accuratejob records and contribute to improving estimating accuracy, vendor performance, and internal processes You should be familiar with: Corrugated display and POP manufacturing processes (in-house and outsourced production) Print production methods (offset, digital, litho-lam, large format) Paper, corrugated, and alternative materials (plastic, foam core, specialty substrates) Dielines, CAD drawings, and structural design concepts Bill of Materials (BOMs), routings, and production workflows Vendor sourcing, procurement, and make-vs-buy decision-making Cost drivers across both in-house manufacturing and outsourced production (materials,labour, tooling,logistics) Retail program requirements, including large-scale rollouts and compliance-driven environments (e.g., Costco, national CPG brands) ERP systems and production planning tools Ideally,youllhave: 3-7+ years of experience in corrugated displays, POP, or packaging production Proven experience building estimates and quotes for custom display or packaging programs Demonstrated ability to manage projects independently from estimate through final delivery Experience sourcing and managing both in-house production and external vendors Strong understanding of cost drivers and ability to balance cost, quality, and timelines Experience working with large CPG brands or retail programs with tight timelines and compliance requirements Hands-on experience with ERP systems, including item setup, BOMs, and production workflows A track recordof delivering projects on time and within budget NOTE: We may use technology, including AI-assisted tools, to support the review and evaluation of applications. These tools support, but do not replace, human decision-making.