Global Packaging Optimization Lead

TVH Group; Waregem; Hybrid; EUR 120.000 - 180.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Company car

Health insurance

Lunch vouchers

Corporate restaurant

TVH Park

Zusammenfassung

TVH Group seeks a Global Packaging Optimization Lead to orchestrate the Packaging Center of Excellence and drive the packaging strategy across our international network, suppliers, warehouses and customers. You will balance brand identity, sustainability and governance, while aligning packaging standards globally.

You will oversee regulatory compliance, drive cost efficiencies, and translate marketing strategies into compelling packaging economics.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree or equivalent through extensive professional experience.
• Fluent knowledge of English; Dutch is a plus.
• Strong analytical capabilities and ability to translate data into strategic decisions.
• Deep understanding of cost modeling and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).
• Proven track record in cross-functional stakeholder management and change management.

Aufgaben

• Define and lead Global Packaging CoE and governance.
• Act as central decision-maker for packaging standards, quality benchmarks and material guidelines.
• Oversee deployment of packaging standards and guidelines across the organization.
• Drive improvements to reduce material consumption and environmental impact while protecting product integrity.
• Optimize Total Cost of Ownership through procurement collaboration.
• Translate branding principles into packaging requirements to ensure consistent global look.

Kenntnisse

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Cost modeling

TCO optimization

Data-driven decisions

Change management

Travel internationally

English proficiency

Dutch knowledge

Ausbildung

Master's degree

Jobbeschreibung

Are you a visionary packaging expert ready to orchestrate a global transformation? We are a highly complex, industry-leading organization developing and purchasing industrial spare parts from a vast, diverse supplier base and delivering them to customers worldwide. Packaging is at the heart of our operational efficiency, brand identity and environmental footprint.As Global Packaging Optimization Lead, you will lead our Packaging Center of Excellence, driving the packaging strategy by connecting with our international network, suppliers, warehouses, transport and customer requirements. You balance customer and brand experience, sustainability, data-driven optimization, legislation and governance. Navigating a matrix organization, you build strong relationships with local packaging teams and groups of SMEs to align and define packaging standards for TVH.Roles and responsibilitiesGlobal Strategic GovernanceDevelop and lead the Global Packaging CoE.Act as the central decision-maker for global packaging standards, quality benchmarks and material guidelines.Lead the communication and oversee the implementation of all defined packaging standards and guidelines throughout the entire global organization.Drive continuous improvement to reduce material consumption and environmental impact, while ensuring optimal product protection.Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) optimization & procurement partnership. Brand IdentityTranslate strategic brand principles into concrete packaging requirements for different brands.Safeguard the unified product look, ensuring identical sellable items worldwide have exactly the same packaging, regardless of where the product is sourced, packaged or stored. Regulatory ComplianceServe as the organization’s subject matter expert on rapidly evolving international regulations regarding packaging and packaging waste.Monitor and translate international regulations regarding packaging, waste management nand sustainability into internal policy.Advise the global organization on the implementation of the sustainability roadmap, including the selection of eco-friendly materials and recyclability benchmarks.PerformanceDefine and monitor global KPIs for packaging costs and material usage to empower data-driven decisions.Prepare business cases to correctly account for the impact of decisions on global and regional costs.Translate marketing strategies regarding (modified) branded product packaging into an overall total cost picture and prepare business cases to correctly account for the impact of decisions on global and regional costs.How to succeed / Your profileYou hold a Master's degree or equivalent through extensive professional experience.Proven experience in a global or matrixed packaging, logistics or supply chain environment. Knowledge of supplier integration and industrial packaging automation is a strong asset.Fluent knowledge of English, Dutch is a plus.Strong analytical capabilities, with a proven ability to translate complex data into actionable, strategic decisions.Deep understanding of cost modeling and TCO. You must be able to translate technical packaging specifications into compelling financial business cases.A track record in cross-functional stakeholder management and change management.Willingness to travel internationally as required.What's in it for youYou will become part of a people-oriented company where your well-being really matters. Flexible working hours, work from home possibilities, 20 days holiday and 12 WTR days within a 40-hour week. At our headquarters you will also discover our TVH Park, a green area where you can move around and have the possibility to relax, meet or have lunch.Furthermore, we also offer:An attractive salary package with extra-legal benefits such as company car, group and hospitalization insurance, luncheon vouchers, corporate restaurant, ...An exciting position in an international company with a family atmosphere where people are at the center.You are part of a dynamic entrepreneurial team that is fast-growing and at the center of the transformation.You arrive in an innovative, progressive and technological environment.Numerous opportunities for personal development, among other things through permanent guidance and professional (internal/external) training courses.Fun afterworks and other optional events (e.g. TVH Kaffee).People are at our heartTVH is a global business with a family atmosphere, where people are at the center. We value clarity, mutual respect, kindness and open communication. Our people are down-to-earth, easy to work and engage with. We welcome differences and celebrate new ideas.About TVHTVH is a parts specialist for quality parts and accessories for material handling, industrial vehicles, and construction and agricultural equipment. Working at TVH is opting for a company that excels as an international market leader and is well-known for its unstoppable craving for innovation.#LI-EM1