Under the Responsibility of the Senior Manager Bottles and Closures systems Technologies your main missions will be:

• Manage innovation projects of plastic closures for our brands in the bottled water, beverages, fresh dairy products, and plant-based protein products categories.
• Define functional specifications based on consumer preference criteria.
• Provide technical expertise and advice to local R&D teams and cross-functional multidisciplinary teams, ensuring alignment with the company’s packaging strategy.
• Manage relationships with key suppliers and industry associations to foster collaboration and standardization.
• Conduct market analyses to identify trends, opportunities, and advancements in materials and technologies in collaboration with internal and external partners.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives for packaging performance, environmental footprint, and costs.
• Develop and deliver training modules to local teams.
• Mentor and support junior team members, promoting a culture of technical expertise, innovation, and excellence.
• Document and communicate project progress, results, and recommendations to stakeholders.

The criteria below remain indicative. A candidate who has a different combination of experience and skills could also be considered.  

Qualifications:

• Engineering degree or Master’s in Packaging Industry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Food Science, or a related field.
• Proven experience of at least 7-10 years in positions related to the design, development, and implementation of plastic closures in the food and beverage industry, although other sectors will also be considered.
• Demonstrated experience in problem-solving applied to the development or implementation of plastic closures.

Preferred Skills:

• Strong experience in functional specifications definition based on consumer needs and technical constraints.
• Solid knowledge of plastic closures production technologies and capping processes.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to find solutions leveraging internal and external expertise.
• Teamwork skills with the ability to work effectively with others, valuing diverse perspectives, and fostering a cooperative team environment.
• Knowledge of best practices regarding sustainability and food contact packaging regulations.
• Risk analysis conducting practices.
• Familiarity with quality assurance processes and regulatory compliance.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate within global cross-functional team environment.
• Fluent in English and French.