Sustainability Packaging Innovator – Europe & NA

Mars

Oud-Beijerland

On-site

EUR 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Job summary

Mars Food & Nutrition Oud-Beijerland is seeking a Sustainability Packaging Developer to lead the development, validation, and implementation of sustainable packaging projects across Europe and North America. You will collaborate with suppliers, manufacturing sites, and cross-functional teams to deliver recyclable, content-rich packaging while ensuring regulatory compliance and cost-effectiveness.

The role emphasizes translating business needs into robust packaging solutions, driving circular

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering or a related technical field is required.
  • 4+ years of experience in Packaging Development or Packaging Engineering.
  • Proven experience leading packaging renovation and commercialization projects.
  • Experience with packaging suppliers and co-manufacturing partners.
  • Knowledge of recyclability design principles and circular economy concepts.

Responsibilities

  • Lead sustainability-driven packaging development and renovation projects from concept to implementation.
  • Design and optimize primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging for recyclability and recycled content.
  • Coordinate testing, validation, and regulatory documentation across sites and partners.
  • Engage with suppliers, co-manufacturers, and cross-functional teams to ensure project delivery.
  • Ensure packaging changes meet product protection, performance, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Stakeholder management
Project management
Packaging knowledge
Strong communication
Quality & regulatory awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering
Materials Science
Chemical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Mars Food & Nutrition Oud-Beijerland is seeking a Sustainability Packaging Developer to lead the development, validation, and implementation of sustainable packaging projects across Europe and North America. You will collaborate with suppliers, manufacturing sites, and cross-functional teams to deliver recyclable, content-rich packaging while ensuring regulatory compliance and cost-effectiveness.

The role emphasizes translating business needs into robust packaging solutions, driving circular

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