Job Description The Packaging Manager at a glance ... The Packaging Manager serves as the organisation's packaging technology expert, leading highly complex packaging projects, technology platforms, and strategic initiatives. The role drives packaging innovation, develops long-term technology pipelines, and connects internal teams with external technology ecosystems to identify and implement solutions that support growth, sustainability, quality, efficiency, and business performance. Key Ingredients: Strategic Packaging Leadership Independently lead highly complex packaging projects, platforms, and technical workstreams. Shape packaging technology strategy and contribute to long-term innovation roadmaps and 5 to 10-year packaging plans. Partner with senior R&D leadership to identify future technology opportunities and business growth enablers. Build and maintain a robust packaging innovation pipeline across business units and regions. Technical Expertise Act as the recognized subject matter expert for packaging technologies, materials, processes, and emerging trends. Provide technical guidance, feasibility assessments, and scientific expertise to packaging development teams globally. Evaluate and recommend packaging technologies that improve product performance, quality, sustainability, and operational efficiency. Identify and mitigate technical risks associated with packaging solutions and implementation activities. Innovation & External Partnerships Research and assess emerging technologies, materials, manufacturing processes, and industry developments. Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, research institutions, industry associations, and external technology partners. Evaluate new technologies for potential application within the Kraft Heinz portfolio. Provide recommendations related to intellectual property, implementation constraints, and technology partnerships. Global Collaboration & Influence Collaborate with packaging developers, technology leads, procurement partners, and cross-functional stakeholders across global regions. Lead technical discussions in global forums and influence decisions through deep technical expertise and business acumen. Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to non-technical audiences, including senior leaders. Coach and mentor packaging professionals to strengthen organisational capability. Business Performance Support delivery of innovation, productivity, sustainability, and value engineering objectives. Influence investment and technology decisions with significant business impact. Drive initiatives that enhance business growth, operational performance, quality outcomes, and cost efficiencies. Key Stakeholders Internal R&D Directors R&D Leadership Teams Packaging Developers and Engineers Product and Process Experts Global Technology Leads Global and Regional Procurement Teams Senior Leadership Forums and Governance Boards External Packaging Suppliers Material and Technology Providers Research Institutions Industry Networks and Associations Innovation and Technology Partners Decision-Making Authority Leads decisions regarding packaging technology selection, technical feasibility, and platform direction. Provides recommendations to senior leadership regarding technology adoption, strategic partnerships, intellectual property considerations, and implementation approaches. Operates with a high degree of independence while aligning decisions with company strategy and governance. Financial Impact Influences packaging investments and technology decisions with an area of impact exceeding €800K. Contributes to financial performance through innovation, risk reduction, quality improvement, operational efficiency, and business growth initiatives. Recipe for Success: Apply if this sounds like you! Education Bachelor's or Master's degree in Packaging Engineering, Engineering, Materials Science, Food Science, or a related technical discipline. Experience Minimum 10+ years of packaging development experience within a complex, matrix organisation. Demonstrated leadership of highly complex packaging projects, technology platforms, or innovation programmes. Experience influencing senior stakeholders and leading cross-functional initiatives across multiple regions. Key Accountabilities Technical & Strategic Expert knowledge of packaging technologies, materials, processes, and manufacturing systems. Technology scouting and pipeline development. Innovation strategy and long-term roadmap planning. Scientific and technical problem solving. Risk assessment and feasibility evaluation. Leadership & Collaboration Strategic influencing and stakeholder management. Executive communication and presentation skills. Coaching and mentoring. Global collaboration and network building. Strong ownership, judgement, and decision-making capability. Success Measures Delivery of strategic packaging innovation initiatives. Strength of packaging technology pipeline. Adoption of new packaging technologies and materials. Contribution to sustainability, quality, and productivity objectives. Stakeholder satisfaction and influence across global packaging networks. Development and coaching of packaging talent. Location(s) Nijmegen Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. ABOUT US Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage. With iconic and emerging food and beverage brands around the world, we deliver the best taste, fun and quality to every meal table we touch. We’re on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. A consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress as we drive innovation across every part of our company. Around the world, our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility and endless curiosity. We also believe in being good humans, who are working to improve our company, communities, and planet. We’re proud of where we’ve been – and even more thrilled about where we’re headed – as we nourish the world and lead the future of food. WHY US We grow our people to grow our business. We champion great people who bring ambition, curiosity, and high performance to the table as the guardians of our beloved and nostalgic brands. Good isn't good enough. We choose greatness every day by challenging the ordinary and making bold decisions. All while celebrating our wins - and our failures – as we work together to lead the future of food. Challenging the status quo takes talent. We invest in your purpose and potential by developing skills and nurturing strengths that leave a legacy on our business and a lasting impact on your career. Because great people make great companies, and we’re growing something great here at Kraft Heinz. INCLUSION MATTERS TO US Everyone is welcome at our table. In fact, we thrive on learning and growing from our diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re from, or who makes your heart sing. We want you to show up as your authentic self, excited to work with amazing colleagues to solve complex challenges and innovate in an ever-changing industry. We’re committed to: Hiring and growing talent from diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Growing our Business Resource Groups — vibrant, celebrated communities that enhance our business through thought leadership employee engagement and professional development opportunities. Providing our managers and leaders high quality learning experiences to explore how to foster inclusion and belonging.

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