Role Overview:

The Lead - Packaging will serve as a strategic anchor for our packaging operations, overseeing the end-to-end lifecycle of packaging solutions from initial concept and material selection to final procurement and quality assurance. In this role, you will collaborate cross-functionally with product development, supply chain, and marketing teams to ensure that our packaging not only meets stringent quality and sustainability standards but also enhances the overall brand experience. You will act as the primary interface for vendors and internal stakeholders, driving innovation in material management and project execution to optimize costs and improve supply chain efficiency. Your work will directly influence customer satisfaction and operational excellence, ensuring that our products reach the market with superior protection, aesthetic appeal, and cost-effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities:

- Spearhead the end-to-end new product development process for packaging, ensuring designs align with brand identity and functional requirements to drive market competitiveness.

- Manage the entire procurement lifecycle and vendor relationships, negotiating contracts and performance metrics to ensure a reliable and cost-efficient supply chain.

- Implement rigorous quality control protocols across all packaging materials, minimizing defects and ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.

- Lead cross-functional projects to optimize material usage and sustainability, reducing environmental impact while maintaining structural integrity and cost targets.

- Analyze market trends in packaging technology and consumer behavior to provide actionable insights for product marketing and sales strategies.

- Oversee material management and inventory planning to prevent stock-outs and ensure seamless production continuity across multiple locations.

Required Skillset:

- Demonstrated expertise in managing complex packaging projects, with a strong grasp of material science, structural design, and sustainable packaging solutions.

- Proven ability to manage vendor ecosystems and procurement cycles, utilizing data-driven negotiation skills to achieve significant cost savings and operational efficiency.

- Exceptional project management capabilities, with the ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams through tight deadlines in a fast-paced, distributed work environment.

- Strong analytical mindset to interpret supply chain metrics and quality data, translating findings into actionable improvements for product development.

- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, capable of influencing cross-functional partners and external vendors to align with business objectives.

- A degree in Packaging Technology, Engineering, or a related field, complemented by a track record of driving innovation in product-to-market strategies.

- Highly adaptable to a flexible work environment, with the ability to maintain high productivity and team collaboration across multiple geographic locations.