STADA UK Thornton & Ross is on an exciting growth journey with more than 700 employees being fully committed to our purpose of Caring for People’s Health as a Trusted Partner. Together we are shaping the future of Thornton & Ross by living our values of Integrity, Entrepreneurship, Agility and One STADA. If you want to work in an open culture where your uniqueness is valued, join our Artwork Team.

STADA UK Thornton & Ross – Artwork & Packaging Project Coordinator

Huddersfield | U.K.| Full-time | 12-month Fixed Term Contract

Role Purpose

The Artwork & Packaging Project Coordinator is responsible for managing projects and processes around the generation of artwork, obtaining regulatory text, marketing designs, and technical specifications for packaging.

You will collaborate with a wide network of internal stakeholders, including global affiliates, as well as external partners such as contract manufacturers, printers, design agencies, and own-label customers. By bringing together all required documentation and design inputs within the artwork management system, you will enable the seamless creation of artwork by external suppliers.

Reporting to the Artwork & Packaging Manager, you will be accountable for delivering against agreed targets and deadlines.

The Artwork &Packaging Project Coordinator oversees end-to-end artwork and packaging projects, coordinating internal and external stakeholders, consolidating required documentation and design inputs in the artwork management system, and ensuring delivery against agreed targets and deadlines.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Lead and optimise end-to-end artwork and packaging processes, with a focus on efficient workflow and process management.

• Ensure all company artwork and barcode deliverables are produced accurately and on time in line with agreed schedules.
• Create, manage, and maintain company barcodes using defined systems, tools, and procedures.
• Take ownership of key responsibilities while collaborating effectively with colleagues and independently prioritising workload to meet business objectives.
• Champion continuous improvement by keeping systems, documentation, and artwork processes current, compliant, and aligned with legislative and stakeholder requirements.
• Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, confidently operate relevant artwork software tools, and uphold consistently high standards of accuracy.

Quality & Collaboration

• Meet KPIs aligned to varying project timelines and artwork requirements.
• Provide a high standard of customer service to colleagues, customers, and suppliers, both remotely and in person.
• Perform accurate proofreading and print technical checks
• Actively participate in external and internal stakeholder meetings and contribute to artwork project work updates.

What We Are Looking For

At STADA, we embrace Uniqueness, recognising the value that diverse perspectives bring to our work. Our core values; Entrepreneurship, Integrity, Agility, and One STADA, guide how we collaborate and innovate.

We are looking for a candidate who aligns with these values and brings the following:

•  Experience of managing projects in a FMCG / Pharma artwork coordination process.
• Ideally, experience within the pharmaceutical sector or another regulated industry.
• Adobe Acrobat Pro, Microsoft 365 apps, such as Excel, Outlook, Teams.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to high-quality output.
• Highly organised, proactive, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams, suppliers, and external stakeholders.

How We Care For You

At Thornton & Ross our purpose “Caring for people’s health as a trusted partner” motivates us every day. And what would be a better place than starting with our own employees. Which is why we give much in return:

💸 Competitive salary and annual bonus scheme.

🗝 Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme offering 6% employer contribution rates.

⌚ Hybrid working – we spend three days of your choice in the office, with the remaining days working at home.

🌴 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays with the potential to buy up to 5 additional days.

💉 Free winter flu jab.

🧠 Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme and KYAN Wellbeing – offering free coaching and counselling services for you and your family.

⚡ Electric Car Scheme through Octopus Energy, plus free on-site EV charging.

🚲 Cycle to Work Scheme.

👪 Enhanced Family Leave.

🎉 Plus, many more employee benefits & celebration events.

STADA Group values and promotes its diverse culture, regardless of gender, age, social or ethnic origin, disabilities, religion, ideology, or sexual orientation. We use the strength of our uniqueness to develop creative ideas, expand our experience and increase innovative strength. Our focus is on equal opportunities, respectful cooperation, and the promotion of an inclusive working environment. We are looking forward to your application and welcome applications without a pharmaceutical background.

#LI-MN1