Packaging Development Manager

PZ Cussons plc; Tangerang; On-site; IDR 180,000,000 - 300,000,000; Full time

Job summary

PZ Cussons plc in Tangerang, Indonesia, is seeking a Packaging Development Manager to lead end-to-end packaging development with hands-on and team leadership. You will own printing quality, artwork feasibility, and on-pack visuals while coaching the team in print control and material performance.

You will drive NPD speed, manage packaging workloads with Marketing, Procurement and suppliers, and troubleshoot printing defects to deliver cost-optimized and high-quality packaging solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering or related field.
• Min 5 years in Packaging Development with exposure to flexible packaging and printing technologies.
• Experience working with printing suppliers / converters is essential.
• Not color-blind; strong attention to color accuracy and print quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end packaging development with hands-on leadership in printing and packaging execution.
• Drive NPD speed and right-first-time delivery across Marketing, Procurement and suppliers.
• Validate printing processes (flexo, gravure, digital) and troubleshoot defects.
• Evaluate new packaging materials, converters, and printing suppliers for compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement and competitive edge through cost and process optimizations.

Skills

Packaging development

Team leadership

Project management

Printing knowledge

Color management

Artwork adaptation

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering

Tools

Printing presses (flexo, gravure, digital)

Laminate analysis

Job description

Packaging Development Manager - PZ Cussons3. Packaging Development Manager# Packaging Development Manager## Packaging Development ManagerApply nowLocationTangerangDepartmentSupply chainJob typeRegularTime typeFull timeTeamGrowth & Marketing - Global R&D - Asia R&D PackagingStart date13/11/2026End date30/11/2026**Job Description**1. **Lead Packaging Development (Hands-on + Team Leadership)**Lead and manage end-to-end packaging development with strong personal involvement in flexible packaging and printing executionAct as the key technical expert for printing quality, artwork feasibility, and on-pack visual excellenceCoach and elevate team capability in printing, color control, and material-performance understanding2. **Drive NPD Speed & Execution Excellence**Manage and prioritize packaging workload to deliver fast, right-first-time executionLead packaging for NPD projects with focus on speed to market, cost optimization, and print consistencyWork closely with Marketing, Procurement, and Suppliers to ensure design-to-print translation is accurate and efficient3. **Printing & Flexible Packaging Expertise (Core Focus)**Own technical validation of printing processes (flexo, gravure, digital) and ensure scalability in productionTroubleshoot and resolve printing defects (color variation, registration, ink adhesion, lamination issues, etc.)Collaborating with suppliers on press trials, artwork adaptation, and continuous improvement of print qualityEnsure packaging structures are optimized for performance, cost, and manufacturability4. **Supplier & Material Management**Lead evaluation and approval of new packaging materials, converters, and printing suppliersEnsure compliance with PZ Cussons standards, including testing, validation, and documentationBuild strong technical partnerships with flexible packaging converters and printing houses5. **Continuous Improvement & Competitive Edge**Drive margin improvement initiatives through material optimization and printing efficiencyConduct competitor packaging and print benchmarking to identify improvement opportunitiesIntroducing new printing technologies, finishes, and innovations to elevate brand perception**REQUIREMENTS**## 1. Bachelor’s Degree in Packaging Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field## 2. Min. 5 years’ experience in Packaging Development, preferably with strong exposure to:* Flexible packaging (laminates, films, sachets, pouches)* Printing technologies (flexo, gravure, digital)* Proven hands-on experience with printing process troubleshooting and press trials* Strong understanding of: + Color management & artwork adaptation + Ink systems, substrates, and lamination structures## 3. Experience working with printing suppliers / converters (critical)## 4. Not color-blind (critical for print evaluation)## 5. Strong **project and stakeholder management** in fast-paced FMCG environment## 6. High attention to detail, especially in **print quality and finishing**## 7. Ability to **solve technical issues quickly and pragmatically**## 8. Strong leadership: able to **coach team and influence cross-functions**## 9. Agile, proactive, and comfortable working in **rapid development cycles**#LI-BR1 **Dare** to be bold, **Discover** what’s possible, and **Do** the incredible.