Packaging NPD Manager — Drive Innovation

Michael Page; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Job summary

MPI invites a results-driven New Product Development Manager to lead the end-to-end creation and execution of innovative packaging products for global consumer brands. You will manage multiple projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, drive market-oriented product launches, and mentor a cross-functional team.

Responsibilities include collaborating with customers, suppliers, engineering, and quality teams, advancing materials and process improvements, and ensuring on-time delivery of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in New Product Development, Product Management, Project Management, or a related technical leadership role.
• Packaging industry experience required.
• Strong track record of leading cross-functional projects from concept through implementation.
• Experience working with new materials, product launches, process improvement, or innovation initiatives.
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead new product development initiatives from concept to commercial launch.
• Drive innovation by identifying and evaluating new materials, components, and product opportunities.
• Partner closely with customers, suppliers, engineering, manufacturing, quality, and commercial teams.
• Manage multiple development projects simultaneously in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Support the implementation and qualification of new materials and suppliers.
• Oversee technical aspects of new product introductions and specification management.
• Develop and improve product development processes and innovation pipelines.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and technical guidance to product development team members.
• Support regional and global development projects and cross-functional initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional

Lean manufacturing

Project management

Problem solving

Communication

Job description

MPI invites a results-driven New Product Development Manager to lead the end-to-end creation and execution of innovative packaging products for global consumer brands. You will manage multiple projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, drive market-oriented product launches, and mentor a cross-functional team.

Responsibilities include collaborating with customers, suppliers, engineering, and quality teams, advancing materials and process improvements, and ensuring on-time delivery of