Contributes to the development of the strategic vision of packages and the roadmaps for SSA CBU in collaboration with EDP AMEA Zone team.

Guarantor of the development of packaging focused on value for the consumer, mastering eco-design and cost control.

Coordinate and train West And South Africa Packaging team of SSA CBU  with the objective : to re-enforce the R&I Packaging contribution in all CBU projects ; to inform in cascade all the Danone news in term of packaging innovation, renovation , sustainability , circularity , food safety ; provide and organize all relevant trainings at CBU level ; to inform of the packaging trends WW ; to transfer all information coming from AMEA EDP central team ; to share the interesting projects in the others Zones ; to leverage synergies between countries…

Required Skills

 Experience:

Minimum 10 years of experience in the consumer goods industry, in the field of packaging

Experience at EDP CBU level and experience working in a matrix organization.

 Skills:

Technical knowledge in packaging design (knowledge of different plastic materials: PS, PET, PP, PLA... and paper/cardboard, knowledge of the different technologies for manufacturing packaging (ISBM, EBM, FFS machine , Thermoforming, Injection,  labelers systems , end of line, cardboard trays , plastic crates , pouches , flexibles laminations , carton packages , palletization systems…. ) And the barrier characteristics of different materials.

Also, the adaptation package of different process and shelf life:

Aseptic, hot filling, ultraclean, retort , Cool and ambient LSL distribution etc.

Knowledge of packaging regulations in the food industry.

Knowledge of Danone packaging policy.

 Knowledge of the regulations and news in AMEAP on the recyclability of materials. etc. To be curious for the innovation, contact with the main suppliers , visit pack expositions …

Strong leadership and strategic vision with the ability to translate strategy into concrete and pragmatic action plans.

 Strong managerial skills with a strong interest and motivation for people development.

 Ability to build long-term partnerships, create, develop, and manage a network of external partners

Proactive mentality, solution, and business oriented, continuous improvement

 Flexible and agile

 Learn quickly and know how to adapt in an uncertain and changing environment.

Do things your way, the way you work, the way you develop, the way you progress, it’s up to you.

Working here you will need to enjoy a fast pace, complexity and it can get a little challenging. But it’s packed with opportunities. You’ll work with some of the best-known brands in the world, Such as Nutriday, Yogisip, Inkomazi etc. We absolutely guarantee that you can just be yourself.

Be innovative and entrepreneurial and the impact you could make might just amaze you. Join our movement for a healthier world. One planet one health BY You. For more information about Danone, our divisions and culture, please explore careers.danone.com.

We offer:

A job which could easily turn in to a career in Danone. We believe everyone is born with superpowers, something which comes natural to you. We know this uniqueness is something which brings both excellence as well as energy, so we believe in all Danoner’s potential and when we build careers based on these superpowers and when we develop everyone’s potential to the fullest magic happens. This is how we like to see Talent Management in Danone.