Position Summary
The Senior APS is responsible for managing the artwork portfolio within their BU/BG, acting as a talent catalyst and mentor for team members. This role requires robust stakeholder management (internal and external), interfacing with functional heads, BG leaders, and external vendors. The individual will drive process improvements, business changes, and capability building while ensuring on-time, high-quality delivery of artwork across multiple projects and channels.
Key focus areas include:
Design and mechanical artwork development
AI/automation and color management
Process simplification and operational excellence
Packaging artwork delivery from design through commercially reproducible mechanical artwork

Key Responsibilities
Artwork & Project Management
Own the artwork process and ensure projects are delivered on time and in full (OTIF) .
Manage multiple projects, including innovations, promotions, SKU rationalization, complexity reduction, range standardization, and cost-saving initiatives.
Route, create,



and manage projects in the BLUE online artwork management system .
Act as a gatekeeper for project timelines and communicate feasibility and risks clearly.

Stakeholder Management & Collaboration
Collaborate with Marketing, R&D;, Supply Chain, Quality, eCommerce, and dCommerce teams.
Work closely with internal/external agencies and print vendors to ensure designs are technically printable, cost-effective, and brand-consistent.
Present insights and updates in leadership meetings using data & analytics to influence decision-making.

Quality & Compliance
Ensure master design files follow toolbox specifications and match print requirements.
Monitor agencies to maintain approved rate cards and service level agreements (SLAs).
Drive improvements in quality, efficiency, and compliance within your portfolio.

Mentoring & Capability Building
Coach APS counterparts and newcomers.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives and u

📌 Senior Artwork Production Specialist Mumbai
🏢 Hindustan Unilever (HUL)
📍 Mumbai