Project Director, Packaging Consultancy

Smithers Group; Akron, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work potential

401(k) retirement savings plan

Life insurance and AD&D

Disability coverage

Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Ongoing learning and development

International travel

Job summary

Smithers Group in Akron, OH seeks packaging industry experts with a background in B2B market intelligence to lead consulting projects for clients across the packaging supply chain.

You will build market data models, identify opportunities, and develop strategies using your experience and insights. Remote work options available; travel internationally is expected.

You will present findings, develop proposals, and contribute as an industry thought leader.

Qualifications

• Experience in the packaging industry and market intelligence.
• Ability to proactively develop models and assumptions when data is limited.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to present findings to clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead consulting projects with clients across the packaging supply chain.
• Build market data models and identify opportunities.
• Develop proposals and present at conferences and interviews with trade press and associations.
• Provide actionable recommendations to inform strategy across the packaging supply chain.

Skills

Market intelligence

Data analysis

Client communication

Proposal development

Industry thought leadership

Networking with C-Level

Job description

Smithers is a leading global independent market intelligence and testing provider to the packaging supply chain.

We are recruiting packaging industry professionals with a background in B2B market intelligence to lead consulting projects with clients across the supply chain.

Work with our clients to build market data models, identify opportunities and support the development of strategy.

Use your experience, knowledge and intelligence in new and creative ways to find solutions to client needs.

• Have experience in the packaging industry AND market intelligence
• Want variety in a rewarding role with a high degree of autonomy- no project is the same
• Are naturally inquisitive and curious
• Are prepared to proactively develop models and assumptions when data is limited (sizing markets for the first time)
• Can analyze data and communicate your findings
• Are excellent at communicating with people
• Are confident developing proposals that meet client needs
• Want the opportunity to be an industry thought leader - present at conferences and conduct interviews with trade press and associations
• Make actionable recommendations to inform strategy across the packaging supply chain
• Can develop and engage a network of C-Level contacts in the packaging industry

What We offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Potential for remote working (no relocation required)
• Opportunity to make a significant impact in a growing organization
• Exposure to a dynamic, multi-location business environment
• Medical, dental, and vision benefit plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Life insurance and AD&D
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Ongoing learning and development
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• International travel

About the Smithers Group

The Smithers Group is a privately held global testing, information and consulting organization that delivers trusted solutions by integrating science, technology and business expertise. We are a healthy growing enterprise lead by culture of ethics, mission, respect for employees and the individual.

Ready to Join Us?

If you are passionate about the packaging industry and enjoy turning market intelligence into strategic insight, this is your opportunity.

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