R&D executive (Packaging Development)

Packaging Development & Innovation

• Develop new packaging structures, materials, and formats for new product development (NPD), renovation and cost optimization projects.
• Evaluate packaging suitability for various food categories such as biscuits, snacks and confectionery.
• Conduct packaging benchmarking against competitors and market trends.
• Support sustainability initiatives including recyclable, mono-material, downgauging and environmental friendly packaging solutions.
• Work with suppliers to identify innovative packaging technologies and materials.

Technical Evaluation & Validation

• Conduct packaging trials at lab and production scale.
• Validate packaging performance and troubleshooting packaging-related issues during production and commercialization.
• Coordinate transit tests, drop tests, compression tests, and storage studies where required.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with Marketing on packaging aesthetic, claims and consumer requirements.
• Work closely with Production and Engineering to ensure packaging compatibility with existing machinery.
• Partner with Procurement for supplier qualification and cost optimization.

Commercialization & Project Management

• Lead Packaging implementation timelines for new launches and renovation projects.
• Prepare technical documents including specifications, BOM, artwork checks, packaging standards and trial reports.
• Manage packaging change control and risk assessment.
• Ensure projects are delivered within agreed timeframes and cost targets.

Supplier & Stakeholder Management

• Engage with packaging suppliers for technical support, material improvement and troubleshooting.
• Evaluate supplier capabilities and conduct packaging material assessments.