Packaging Development Manager

Location - Gurugram, Haryana, IN. Job Summary As Packaging Development Manager, youll play a fundamental role in the development and design of new, improved packaging materials and contribute to a deeper understanding of our Brand vision / strategy across various packaging formats available.This position will be responsible for the identification, exploration and deployment of packaging innovations / solution for the company and its sister concerns. This implies new or modified materials, decoration and printing methods, Packaging development and design, packaging systems, machinery and related technologies. The purpose of this role is to support NPD (New Product Development) projects as packaging expert across categories. Execute regionally initiated projects (business maintenance/cost saving /special pack) as package engineer. Responsibilities and Duties Preparation, development and control of rigid, flexible, corrugated etc., packaging materials. Provide technical support to the plant(s) on packaging related matters to make the deployment of packaging innovation smooth, efficient and cost effective. Collaborate with suppliers, marketing and operations team to propose & implement technical solutions that meet requirements & bring cost saving solutions. Provide pipeline of potential projects, where new packaging helps to reduce our cost and/or strengthen our position in the market as preferred partner Translate customer needs into innovative solutions. Assess potential value creation and optimization generated from innovation discoveries to provide differentiation and increasing overall value propositions with customers Support the Technical and the Brand Team for primary pack development and qualification in accordance to Global/Asian needs. Qualify developed methods/instructions in Manufacturing by overseeing the execution of required trials and support Manufacturing in Production Line Qualifications (PLQ). Evaluates and approve packaging materials (including also 2nd sources) localizing the requirements to local/regional needs. Assist in the roll out of NPD (New Product Launch) projects across all categories. PCM (Product Change Management) lead from packaging perspective. Lead the development of standardized test procedures, policies & standards. Assures compliance with regulatory packaging requirements. Ensure full compliance with change management requirement for packaging material Bench marking of Competitors to keep abreast with the new trends. Required Experience, Skills and Qualifications A minimum of bachelor s degree / Post Graduate in Packaging Technology, Industrial Technology / Industrial Design, Chemical Engineering, Packaging Engineering, or equivalent engineering program from Indian Institute of Packaging / SIES. 5-6 years of working experience in Packaging Development in food / similar industry Minimum 2 years of experience in R&D packaging development environment, in relevant industry. Strong communication skills and proven ability to work as part of an effective team. Basic project management skills / experience in handling project independently from ideation to implementation. Desired Skills and Experience Working knowledge on various packaging formats rigids / flexible / corrugated box. Flexibility in work style to be able to manage several projects simultaneously. Working experience with operations / SCM. Working knowledge with Auto CAD & or Solid Works or other design software. Working knowledge on mould development. Disclaimer: This job posting has been aggregated from external source. Role details, content, and availability are subject to change. Applicants are advised to confirm the latest information directly on the company website before applying.