D2P Project & Team Lead R&D

JDE Peet's; Utrecht; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

JDE Peet's in Utrecht is seeking a D2P Project & Team Lead to oversee the Design-to-Print process for packaging artworks. In this role, you will lead a team, ensuring high-quality delivery across multiple brands and collaborate closely with various stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will have 8–10 years of experience in packaging production, excellent project management skills, and a proven track record in people leadership. This position offers a dynamic work environment within the PMO organization.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of experience in Design-to-Print, packaging production, and artwork coordination.
• Proven experience in guiding and motivating teams in a performance-driven setting.
• Strong skills in managing multiple complex projects under time pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach a team of D2P coordinators.
• Manage the end-to-end D2P process for innovations and local marketing initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to align technical requirements with brand strategy.

Skills

Design-to-Print

People Leadership

Project Management

Technical Packaging Knowledge

Strategic Influencing

Analytical and Detail-Oriented

Job description

Job Description

As the D2P Project & Team Lead, you will be part of the PMO organization, reporting to the Global Design Excellence Manager. You will be responsible for leading the Design-to-Print (D2P) process for all printed packaging artworks across Tier 1, 2, and 3 brands, ensuring seamless execution from design to final print production.

• Lead and coach a team of D2P coordinators to ensure the successful delivery of high-quality packaging artwork across the global and local portfolio.
• Manage the end-to-end D2P process for innovations, brand renovations, and local marketing initiatives, ensuring all milestones are met within the Design-to-Print Management tool.
• Oversee project prioritization and resource allocation within the team to balance workload and ensure on-time delivery of multiple complex projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, including Marketing, R&D, Procurement, and Factories, to align technical requirements with brand strategy.
• Drive process excellence and continuous improvement within the D2P landscape to enhance speed-to-market.
• Monitor and report on project performance, tracking key metrics and the financial impact of process changes to provide transparency to senior leadership.

Qualifications

For this role as a D2P Project & Team Lead, we’re looking for someone who has the following skills and experience:

• Relevant Professional Experience: 8–10 years of experience in Design-to-Print, packaging production, and packaging artwork coordination within a production-oriented design environment.
• People Leadership: Proven experience in guiding, coaching, and motivating team members in a fast-paced, performance-driven setting.
• Advanced Project Management: Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple complex projects and create clarity under time pressure.
• Technical Packaging Knowledge: Good understanding of packaging materials, printing techniques, and artwork management systems.
• Strategic Influencing: Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence partners across commercial and technical functions.
• Analytical and Detail-Oriented: High level of accuracy in administration and the ability to evaluate the financial implications of process adjustments.