Packaging Development Manager
Location: Runcorn OR Dublin OR Belfast
Permanent
Join Our Supply Team
As the home of iconic brands such as Baileys, Guinness, Smirnoff, and Johnnie Walker, at Diageo we source, produce and deliver 6.5 billion litres of world-leading products every year across 180 markets globally. Because of this huge undertaking, we rely on highly advanced systems as well as the very best talent to make sure our businesses continue to run smoothly. To give you some idea of the scale of our operation, over half of our 30,000 employees work in our supply chains. We have teams in over 100 sites across more than 30 countries, but what matters is that wherever you work, you're part of a diverse, inclusive team where there are opportunities for everyone. Whether you work in planning, logistics, technical teams or manufacturing, you'll be part of an innovative, dynamic organisation. We set ourselves the highest standards, and our practices have earned us international recognition. And it's people with energy, dedication and problem-solving skills who'll help us get even better. In return, we offer a world of opportunities for you to explore, to shape and progress your career.
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Purpose of the Role:
This role sits in the Beer Brand Change &Innovation team, reporting to the Head of Brand Change and Innovation, within beer category.
Leadership Responsibilities
Critical to the success of this role is solid theoretical knowledge of primary package design, manufacturing processes and procedures.
- In addition to their strong technical depth, successful candidates will also need to excel in multi-functional team collaboration. They will need to review data with internal and external partners and be able to cut through ambiguity, drive decisions and seek clarity.
- They will need strong communication, interpersonal, influencing, relationship-building and time management skills.
Key accountabilities:
- The successful candidate will use their detailed knowledge of (Glass, PET & Can; Plastic & Composite Closures, Labels, Corrugate & Paper Board) packaging design to ask critical design questions in the development of new to world specification templates.
- This person will need to work closely with Diageo Beer and Africa manufacturing sites to understand packaging quality challenges and implications of changes to existing specifications.
- The successful candidate will ensure that specifications are reviewed and signed off internally and externally to avoid any changes or disruptions to existing materials.
- This person will build an understanding of the packaging commercialization process and development of component specifications, working closely with the commercialization team to create and embed a process for specification creation and management of brand change and innovation projects.
Qualifications and Experience - Relevant Qualification in Packaging, Engineering or related technical field desired
- Extensive years direct packaging experience with specific packaging component experience in one of the following categories. (Glass, PET & Can; Plastic & Composite Closures, Labels, Corrugate & Paper Board)
- Has a developed understanding of packaging supplier's manufacturing capabilities and quality control parameters. Previous experience working directly with packaging suppliers is a benefit.
Our purpose is to celebrate life, every day, everywhere. And creating an inclusive culture, where everyone feels valued and listened to, is a crucial part of this. We believe the most inclusive and diverse culture makes for a better business and a better world. We know that for our business to thrive and for Diageo to realise its ambition, we depend on having diverse talent with a range of backgrounds, skills and capabilities in each of the countries in which we operate and to reflect our broad consumer base.
Join us, and you'll be part of an organisation that embraces diversity in the broadest possible sense. This means that you'll be welcomed and celebrated for who you are just by being you. You'll be part of - and help build - an inclusive culture that celebrates people of different gender, ethnicity, ability, age, sexual orientation, social class, educational backgrounds, experiences, approaches, and more. And you'll help us champion inclusion and diversity across our entire business: with our employees, our suppliers, across our brands, and within the communities in which we operate.
About Us
With over 200 brands sold in nearly 180 countries, we're the world's leading premium drinks company. Every day, over 30,000 hardworking people come together at Diageo to create the magic behind our much-loved brands.
Join us and you'll collaborate, explore, and innovate. Challenge and be challenged. Together with passionate people from all over the world, you'll build brands consumers love.
We value each other and celebrate different perspectives. In our inclusive culture, you'll have the backing you need to test new ideas and learn from them. Harness your passion and desire to grow as you make your mark. Let's unlock a brighter, more exciting future together.
Location
This role is open to applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements. Beer site location preferred- Dublin , Runcorn ,Belfast.