Directly lead a team of Packaging developers and potentially contractors
Deliver the in-year, Y+1, and longer-term Innovation and Renovation for the BU Growth Plan
Deliver the in-year and pipeline Productivity specific to Coffee Packaging
Partner with the Packaging ESG and Technology team to establish programs for the Corporate ESG goal of having 100 % of packaging being recyclable, reusable, or compostable by 2025
Independently lead packaging development and commercialization of material and packaging systems to deliver against short
and long-term business objectives
Manage technical timelines, provide timely communication, raise issues and risks, and develop contingency plans leveraging strong project management skills
Responsible for identifying, defining, and solving technical packaging challenges
Collaborate and partner with suppliers to identify new technology opportunities, optimizing the utilization of Kraft Heinz and supplier resources and tools
Elevate the competence and expertise of junior developers through training, coaching, and external networking
Management of junior staff including creation of development plans, building teamwork, and balancing of workload

BS, MS, or PhD required; Discipline in Packaging, Materials Science, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering preferred
Minimum of 6+ years packaging development in the food or consumer products industry
Proven ability to lead and execute technically complex packaging projects
Ability to lead, coach and motivate others
Strong understanding of Design of Experiments
Willingness to travel up to 30%

Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future
Wellbeing: events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle

Manager, R&D – Packaging Development

Key skills