Traffic Coordinator

- 40 hours. –

Are you an experienced Traffic / Artwork coordinator who wants to work for one of the fastest growing, innovative, driven, FMCG companies in the Netherlands? Then you might be our perfect match.

Karsten International is continuously advancing to enhance and expand our global market position in the FMCG industry. To support these ambitions, we are seeking a skilled and motivated Traffic / Artwork Coordinator to join our dynamic team.

As the Traffic / Artwork Coordinator, you will be the steady force amidst the fast pace, maintaining focus as you manage multiple tasks across various ongoing projects. You will oversee the entire design lifecycle, from initial briefing and gathering assets to ensuring the final artwork is sent to suppliers for production. Your role includes scheduling design tasks for copywriters, product, and packaging designers, while also keeping other departments informed on project progress. Additionally, you will track the approval process to guarantee timely delivery of packaging and artwork for production.

The tasks of a Traffic / Artwork Coordinator include:

• Manage project workflows and schedules to ensure timely delivery of packaging projects.

• Assign tasks to team members based on their skills, availability, and project priorities.

• Monitor project progress and identify potential bottlenecks or issues that may impact deadlines or deliverables.

• Coordinate with internal teams, including designers, copywriters, and production staff, to ensure smooth project execution and communication.

• Serve as a liaison between different departments to facilitate collaboration and alignment on project goals and requirements.

• Track project resources, ensuring that projects are delivered within scope and budget constraints.

• Communicate project status, timelines, and deliverables to the head of design internal teams and clients, providing regular updates and addressing any concerns or changes.

• Collaborating with various departments and external parties such as licensors.

• Identifying, developing, and implementing process improvements aimed at artwork development.

Your team:

This role is part of the Design team and reports to the Head of Design. You will collaborate with other Traffic / Artwork Coordinators, serving as the bridge between Product Managers, Sales, Quality, Production, and external partners.

Education and skills:

• 2+ years in a similar or same role.

• MBO level of education and thinking, with experience in project-based administrative work.

• Experience in project management, with a talent for structuring, planning, and organizing.

• Strong communication skills; you enjoy working with both internal and external parties.

• Positive, proactive, result-driven, flexible and stress resistant.

• Excellent command of English, both spoken and written; Dutch is a plus.

• Experience with various systems (e.g., MS Office, Artwork Approval software, and licensing portals.)

• Previous experience within and agency or production company is highly advantageous.

Who we are? 

Karsten International develops a wide range of products for daily use, from the latest gadgets to sustainable beauty products. You name it, we make it. In addition to working hard and delivering quality, enjoyment and collegiality are our top priorities. The team consists of driven product developers, sales experts, logistics talents, online marketing specialists and graphic designers. Thanks to a broad international network and more than ten years of experience, we are winning the hearts of consumers all over the world with our products. You will be given every opportunity to contribute to this. 

To ensure that you stay in top condition, we offer you: 

• Space for personal growth and professional development 

• An excellent pension scheme 

• Travel allowance 

• 13th month 

• 8% holiday pay 

• An extensive lunch 

• Fresh fruit 

• Freshly ground coffee 

• Boot camp 

• Yoga 

• Lease a bike option 

• OpenUp for mental health 

• Karsten football team 

• Massage in the workplace 

• Discount on cool products 

• Fun company outings 

• An Instagram-worthy and easily accessible office in Amsterdam 

• A great team of colleagues 

• Support on HSM visa and 30% ruling application if applicable  

Here you can already view your new workplace:

Questions? Ask our Recruiter Fanisha: 

Mobile: +31 6 27 46 47 74 | Landline: +31 20 261 4883  

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