JD for Lead Scientist-Packaging Development

Position Grade

S enior Manager- Packaging Development

Area of specialization-

Packaging Development

Job Responsibilities

- Develop packaging formats for the assigned categories.

- Lead and motivate the team and provide technical direction to key cross-functional partners including Marketing, Sales, Product development, Supply chain and Procurement.

- Lead the Innovation and Savings Agenda for assigned categories.

- Responsible for supplier innovation and sourcing strategies for alternative materials to achieve global standards.

- Enhance customer focus by incorporating the customer needs into packaging development plans.

- Responsible for quality & compliance oversight in line with R&D; expectations and project needs. Embed core processes including cost efficiency, adoption of new technology, risk management into packaging strategy

- Lead and manage capacity expansion projects, packing line installation, Automation, OEE improvement projects.

- Lead sustainability projects to lower carbon footprint, optimize cost.

- Manage strategic, third-party relationships/ventures.

- Address cross functional activities that include purchase, Legal, design agency, marketing team, legal,



regulatory & operations team for quick & accurate packaging artwork development, execution and timely launch.

- Motivate, mentor and develop team members on technical, functional and behavioral aspects.

Desired profile

- Strong can-do attitude, business mindset, sense of urgency, risk taking approach and influencing skills

- Possess a sound understanding of different packaging materials and formats.

- Have a positive understanding of cost structures for different packaging materials and systems and a track record of driving cost saving initiatives for achieving desired cost targets.

- Be aware of the specific requirements to service different channels like E-commerce. Modern trade and General trade.

- In-depth understanding of the trends and implications of actions by regulators, customers, and peer companies

- Possesses strong communication, analytical and coordination skills.

Qualifications:

Postgraduate in Science or Technology with about 12-16 years of experience in Packaging Development function in Beauty-Personal care, FMCG domain preferably in a global organization. Should have worked in Packaging Development particularly in Consumer Products space.

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