R&D Dev. Center Manager

Amcor; Cusset; Sur place; EUR 70 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Amcor is seeking an R&D Development Center Manager based in France. This role involves leading a team focused on innovative rigid plastic packaging solutions, aligning with industry sustainability targets. Candidates should have a strong R&D background in FMCG and experience in project management.

The ideal candidate will possess technical expertise in polymers and a demonstrable ability to lead teams. The position offers opportunities to shape Amcor's long-term innovation strategy and requires regular travel across various locations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4-5 years of experience in R&D leadership within rigid plastic packaging.
• Strong technical expertise in polymers, injection moulding, and assembly operations.
• Demonstrated team leadership experience in a multi-stakeholder environment.

Responsabilités

• Lead and develop the R&D team to design innovative packaging solutions.
• Drive product innovation pipeline ensuring timely commercialisation.
• Manage cross-functional collaboration for scalable industrial solutions.
• Lead development projects for recyclable packaging and lightweighting.
• Build partnerships with FMCG customers and recyclers.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Connaissances

Leadership

Project management

Sustainability-driven innovation

Technical expertise in polymers

Description du poste

R&D Development Center Manager

Location: Cusset, FR Bellignat, FR La Genete, FR Besancon, FR Moirans, FR Bouxwiller, FR La Roche, FR Marolles, FR Montpont, FR Offranville, FR Saint Georges, FR

Department: R&D/Innovation Management

Job Type: Employee (Full Time, On site)

About The Role

The R&D Development Center Manager leads and develops a team of six research and development professionals, driving the design and delivery of innovative rigid plastic packaging solutions aligned with Fast Moving Consumer Goods customer needs and sustainability targets. Based primarily in St Georges with regular travel to Cusset approximately every two weeks, the role combines technical leadership, people management and cross‑functional collaboration to commercialise new packaging solutions and shape Amcor's long‑term innovation strategy. The position reports to the South R&D Director and offers a clear path towards regional or global R&D leadership roles.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the R&D team to design and deliver innovative rigid plastic packaging solutions aligned with customer needs and sustainability targets
• Drive the innovation pipeline including lightweighting, recyclability, reuse and post‑consumer recycled content integration, ensuring timely commercialisation of new products
• Manage cross‑functional collaboration with Sales, Marketing, Operations and key customers to translate market needs into scalable industrial solutions
• Lead key development projects including mono‑material recyclable packaging, post‑consumer recycled content integration, lightweighting initiatives and technology scouting
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with strategic Fast Moving Consumer Goods customers, external suppliers, universities and recyclers
• Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget while strengthening team engagement and performance

Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum 4‑5 years of experience in R&D leadership within rigid plastic packaging or a related Fast Moving Consumer Goods environment
• Strong technical expertise in polymers, injection moulding, in‑line and off‑line assembly and secondary operations
• Demonstrated team leadership and project management experience in a multi‑stakeholder environment
• Experience in sustainability‑driven innovation including recyclability, post‑consumer recycled content and eco‑design is a strong plus
• Exposure to Fast Moving Consumer Goods customers or prior experience in a competitor organisation is a plus
• Willingness to be based in the Lyon area and to travel regularly between sites