Coordinador de Desarrollo de Empaque

Unilever is currently hiring for Packaging Development Coordinator

Function: R&D

Scope: National

Location: Bosques, Mexico City

Terms & Conditions: Full time, no relocation bonus

JOB PURPOSE:

As an R&D Packaging Coordinator you´ll be responsible for leading the R&D Packaging activities of innovation & non-innovation projects for the Foods category.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

•Drive Packaging actions to deliver OTIF innovation, margin improvement (5S), Security of Supply (SS) and simplification projects.

•Lead PCR & Sustainability program, defining regional/local roadmap and leading validations of new resin and packaging opportunities.

•Responsible to develop efficient, cost effective and complete packaging solutions for new product developments.

•Assure that country regulations, quality policies, intellectual property and all performance parameters are met.

•Project networking and follow up with Global, Regional and Local Teams, as well as suppliers.

•Manage primary and secondary packaging specifications, as well as distribution specs (pallet configuration).

•Define, run or audit full pack material lab testing. i.e.: Perform and evaluate stability and compatibility tests, mould & components approval, transit trials, etc. Coordinate and support tests in the factory, including pack trials 

•Other activities that the position could eventually cover: Risk Assessment, Wrokshop with suppliers, etc

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

•Advanced Excel knowledge

•Advanced English proficiency.

•Project & risk management skills.

•Analytical profile.

•Good interpersonal & communication skills.

•Strong team player & leadership skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

•Minimum bachelor’s degree in science or technical area.

•Minimum 2 years’ experience in similar position or in packaging materials development or manufacturing is desirable.

•Minimum 2 years in mass consumer goods manufacturing Company (or similar) in related positions as R&D, Supply Chain, Quality, Procurement, Planning.

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