Key Responsibilities:
• Develop packaging solutions for new and existing products and working closely with teams from other business functions.
• Develop material and pack specifications, standards and manufacturing control procedures for new products and changes to existing products and processes through creative packaging development.
• Design and execution of pack keeping and transit trials and the building and maintenance of new and existing packaging records and specifications.
• Uses technical and business knowledge to influence commercial, supply chain and purchasing in strategic decision-making process.
• Identifies and evaluates opportunities for driving brand growth, increasing pack quality and increasing company profits through the manipulation of pack design and processes.
• Specifies changes to materials and/or control standards in sufficient detail to allow smooth and efficient implementation of new and improved packs into Factory production, working in close partnership with locally based supply chain packaging personnel.
• As an acknowledged packaging expert, advises and assists Manufacturing in overcoming any serious problems in use.
Candidate Requirements:
• Packaging development experience. FMCG experience is an advantage.
• Degree level qualification in Packaging Engineering / Science / Technology, or equivalent experience.
• Proven track record of delivering projects to meet commercial, supply chain and purchasing requirements.
• In-depth knowledge of commercial and technical aspects of packaging production and use.
• Experience of working in cross-functional teams and motivating others to deliver project deadlines.
• Highly motivated individual with strong influencing skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and creativity.
• Excellent ability to plan, organise and prioritise activity.
• Good numerical ability.
