Senior Packaging TPL

TN United Kingdom; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic leader to drive innovative packaging projects across multiple markets. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance efficiency and standardization in packaging processes. You will leverage your technical expertise in glass bottle packaging while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and sustainability. Join a company that values diversity and inclusivity, offering a supportive environment where you can grow and thrive in your career. If you are passionate about packaging and sustainability, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Work-life balance

Career development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• 5+ years in R&D, Production, or Packaging with a focus on glass bottles.
• Strong background in data management and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical packaging projects across multiple markets.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and standardization in packaging.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Creative Problem Solving

Communication

Technical Knowledge (liquid, pack, process)

Education

Master's Degree in Food Science or Technology

Equivalent Experience in Packaging

Tools

Data Management Systems

PLM (Product Lifecycle Management)

Job description

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You will lead and implement transversal packaging program related projects into the regional markets. This will include multiple different project typologies and many stakeholders (Innovations/ Renovations, CBI (Core Brand Innovation), Business continuity, DtV (Design to Value), Plants, CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility). You will bring packaging technical key expertise to the glass bottle PCM (packaging category model) subject matter expert group. You will share expertise to support market delivery. You will form part of a transversal packaging team to drive standardisation of our packaging portfolio. You will drive connection and remove barriers between stakeholders.

YOUR ROLE

• Strategic multi-market projects: Lead key technical packaging projects to deliver on time for several markets in collaboration with market pack managers and operations leaders.
• Ensure a good alignment, synergies, efficiency and coordination within SBFE packaging.
• Support WOW (Ways Of Working) development within Packaging SBFE team, to enhance consistency & efficiency.
• Be key sponsor of Quality mindset enabler, Protect the Castle (PTC), upscale SBFE approach. Embraces risk assessment methodology.
• Leverage blocking points and cross functional discussions to move forward SBFE ambition on packaging strategy roadmap, such as standardization and CSR.
• Change management driving (ADKAR model).
• CSR and Best Practices: collaborate with regional CSR sustainability packaging project teams. Grow and expand best practice across BU’s & Labs. Support LCA discussions.
• Regulatory and data management: Ensure regulatory compliance covered in project management following guidelines of pack reg team. Ensure pack data management system is standardised and maintained by the team.
• Kaizen: Be a sponsor of Kaizen methodology and problem-solving approach. Provide guidance & support to market to tackle challenges.

WHAT I NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

• Engineer, Master 2 University degrees (5 years) (preferred or equivalent experience) in Food Science, Technology, specialty on Pack.
• Solid experience in R&D, Production, Packaging, Process supplier, QEHS.
• Packaging Technical Expertise: Glass bottle is a must.
• Data management including PLM experience background.
• Experience in Food Industry or suppliers, preferably beverages and/or packaging.
• Leadership and business acumen.
• Management nice to have.
• Analytical and creative.
• Ability to build a recommendation and explain easily complex situations.
• Technical knowledge (liquid, pack, process).

YOUR FUTURE WITH US

Joining Suntory isn’t just about taking on a role, it’s about embarking on a career journey. You have the opportunity to work with talented, inspiring and authentic leaders and have the freedom to dream big and go for it (Yatte Minahare). At Suntory you’ll find a supportive work environment that values work life balance and that will help you realise your full potential and grow for good. Our People and Culture team are a team that genuinely care about creating a great experience for our employees and we would love you to be part of it.

OUR DEI COMMITMENT

At Suntory, we recognize that diverse knowledge, perspectives, and backgrounds contribute to our collective success. We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all individuals can bring their whole selves to work every day, regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or any other protected characteristic.

Our recruitment and selection processes are designed to highlight what Suntory offers as an employer while allowing candidates to share their unique skills and experiences. We understand that career trajectories vary, and if you believe your experience/background can benefit our team, we encourage you to apply. We endeavor to make our interview process as inclusive as possible and offer reasonable accommodations as needed. Together, we can cultivate a workplace where everyone can thrive and propel our mission of Growing for Good.