Global Packaging Optimization Lead - Remote Work & Growth

TVH; Waregem; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Work from home possibilities

20 days holiday

Job summary

TVH is seeking a Global Packaging Optimization Lead to drive the Packaging Center of Excellence and govern global packaging standards across a matrix organization. You will coordinate with suppliers, warehouses, transport and customers to ensure consistent branding, packaging quality, and environmental performance.

You will lead data-driven packaging optimization, cost modeling, and sustainability initiatives while translating strategic branding into concrete requirements.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent through extensive professional experience.
• Fluent knowledge of English; Dutch is a plus.
• Strong analytical capabilities to translate data into strategic decisions.
• Deep understanding of cost modeling and TCO; translate packaging specs into financial cases.
• Track record in cross-functional stakeholder management and change management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the Global Packaging CoE.
• Act as central decision-maker for global packaging standards and material guidelines.
• Lead communication and oversee implementation of packaging standards globally.
• Drive improvements to reduce material consumption and environmental impact.
• Define and monitor KPIs for packaging costs and material usage; prepare business cases.

Skills

Fluent English

Dutch (knowledge to be preferred)

Strong analytical capabilities

Cost modeling / TCO

Cross-functional stakeholder mgmt

Willingness to travel internationally

Education

Master's degree or equivalent

Job description

TVH is seeking a Global Packaging Optimization Lead to drive the Packaging Center of Excellence and govern global packaging standards across a matrix organization. You will coordinate with suppliers, warehouses, transport and customers to ensure consistent branding, packaging quality, and environmental performance.

You will lead data-driven packaging optimization, cost modeling, and sustainability initiatives while translating strategic branding into concrete requirements.