Provide technical leadership on developing a pipeline of packaging design and technologies from ideation to commercialization.
Use advanced understanding of packaging materials, production processes, sustainability, and cutting-edge technologies to develop innovative solutions.
Network with the global packaging R&D community to identify, assess, and bring packaging innovation opportunities inside to support business growth.
Lead in environmentally friendly packaging innovations and ensure compliance with local regulations and company standards.
Articulate a future state for packaging to deliver our sustainability goals and business objectives.
Work cross-functionally to align key stakeholders on strategic plans that deliver the company's vision for the future of packaging.
Build and motivate a high-performing team of technical packaging leaders and SMEs.
Shape and inspire technical strategy by developing excellent rapport with colleagues and earning status as a recognized expert.
Manage the packaging development budget effectively.
Requirements
Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Packaging Engineering, Materials/Polymer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
15+ years of relevant experience, with 3-5+ years leading projects or teams, preferably with global or regional packaging development responsibilities.
Strong leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
Demonstrated ability to innovate and think strategically.
Excellent communication skills and a global mindset.
Basic understanding of safety and regulatory affairs.
Clear understanding of intellectual property laws and patent interpretation.
Fluent in English.
Benefits
Career growth and development: Leveraging our boundaryless network, we provide access to educational platforms and provide coaching, mentoring and feedback, as a part of our Leadership & Development process.
Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. We want to make our culture inevitable.
International Experience: Become part of international projects and work along multicultural teams, through our global network.
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