Packmatic

Product Designer (w/m/d)

Posted: 8 minutes ago

Job Description

Packa is the leading platform for managing packaging specifications—we help companies reduce packaging costs and efficiently implement sustainability requirements such as PPWR or CSRD. Packmatic is the digital platform for packaging management. We connect companies with a Europe-wide network of packaging suppliers—quickly, transparently, and based on data. Together, we are changing how packaging is developed, procured, and managed – for greater efficiency, sustainability, and impact. Supported by strong investors and an ambitious team, we are growing rapidly – and looking for people who want to shape the future with us.What you can expect at PackaCreative freedom: You will work directly with the Packa Leadership – early stage – founding team, giving you creative freedom from day oneOwnership: You will be part of a highly motivated, diverse, and successful team and will have a high degree of freedom and responsibility from the outsetHybrid working: You will work in a great office in Berlin – Prenzlauer BergLeadership: You will work in a company with an inspiring vision, led by an experienced founding team and supported by leading investors!Appreciation and commitment: We believe in fair compensation and you will benefit from a clear path for growth and developmentImpact: You will shape the processes that companies use to make packaging more sustainable and reduce their carbon footprintYour tasksChampion users and outcomes: Keep a user-first perspective in every decision, ensuring that design delivers meaningful outcomes for users and measurable impact for the businessConduct user research and discovery: Lead interviews and workshops to understand customer needs, packaging workflows, and pain pointsTranslate insights into solutions: Turn user and business requirements (e.g., LCA, recyclability) into actionable design concepts and product featuresCollaborate with Product Owner: Align on scope, user value, and business impact during discovery and ensure shared understanding throughout developmentSupport implementation: Work closely with engineering to maintain design intent and adapt to technical realitiesAnalyze and improve: Use data and feedback to continuously enhance usability, functionality, and overall product experienceWhat you bring with youExperience: At least 3 years of professional experience in Product Design, ideally in SaaS B2B environmentsTrack record: Proven experience in designing and shipping digital products end-to-end – from first concept to live product – supported by a strong, visual portfolioDesign expertise: Deep understanding of interaction design, systems thinking, and user experience principles, with the ability to bring clarity to complex or ambiguous problemsCollaboration: Ability to work cross-functionally with Product, Engineering, and domain experts, balancing different perspectives and priorities. You ask questions, explore options, and connect insights to create better solutionsAdaptability: Comfortable working in evolving environments, knowing when to push for excellence and when to move quicklyTools: Strong command of Figma (3+ years of daily use) and familiarity with standard collaboration and research toolsLanguage: Native-level German and fluent English skills for effective collaboration across teamsBackground: Degree, vocational training, or bootcamp in a relevant field – your practical experience matters mostWe may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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