Packaging Innovation Director

Job Purpose

The Director leads the transformation of Packaging into a strategic Center of Excellence within R&D, ensuring it drives innovation, consumer experience, operational efficiency, and sustainability. This role stewards packaging capability across all categories and markets, delivering differentiated, cost-effective solutions from concept to commercialization.

Key Responsibilities

• Innovation & Design: Translate consumer insights, brand vision, and sustainability goals into innovative packaging formats and experiences.
• Engineering & Feasibility: Oversee trials, plant validations, and tooling development to ensure technical readiness and compatibility.
• Performance & Compliance: Establish and manage testing protocols, ensuring adherence to quality, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Supplier Partnerships: Build strong collaborations to co-develop scalable, cost-effective, and innovative p...