Global Packaging & Process Innovation Leader

Mars UK; Numansdorp; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonus

Mars University access

Job summary

Mars Food & Nutrition is seeking a seasoned Packaging & Process Program Manager to lead global technology programs that advance next‑generation packaging and process innovations for sustainable food solutions.

You will drive end-to-end deployment across factories and markets, coach project leaders, and collaborate with R&D, Engineering, Supply, Quality, Marketing, and external partners to deliver measurable business impact.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering, Food Science, Technology, or related discipline.
• PhD in Process Engineering or related field preferred.
• 10+ years in FMCG/CPG environments with packaging/technology deployment.
• Global, cross-functional project leadership experience.
• Proven coaching and talent development skills.
• Strong English written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the global Packaging & Process technology strategy and roadmap.
• Manage a multi-year project portfolio with milestones and KPIs.
• Lead end-to-end technology development from concept to post-launch optimization.
• Collaborate with R&D, Engineering, Supply, Quality, Marketing and partners.
• Drive global deployment of packaging and process technologies with site readiness.
• Build external innovation networks with suppliers, universities and startups.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

English proficiency

Project management

Packaging technology

Education

Master's degree in Engineering or Food Science

PhD in Process Engineering / related discipline

Tools

Design of Experiments (DOE)

Job description

Mars Food & Nutrition is seeking a seasoned Packaging & Process Program Manager to lead global technology programs that advance next‑generation packaging and process innovations for sustainable food solutions.

You will drive end-to-end deployment across factories and markets, coach project leaders, and collaborate with R&D, Engineering, Supply, Quality, Marketing, and external partners to deliver measurable business impact.