Job Description

:THE JOB AT A GLANCEAs a Senior Packaging Technologist, you will assume the lead role for key supplier and external customer interface within the material specialization. You are responsible for the successful coordination of the design, development and launch of good quality, differentiated, and cost-effective packaging innovations across multiple packaging substrates. This includes leading the interface with Supply Chain during the optimization of packaging machines as well as the re-engineering and of existing packaging. You will develop both deep material expertise (sourcing, design, manufacture) and deep category expertise and become known in the organisation for this and your ability to influence the design and/or selection of new packaging machines. You will ensure that documentation and reporting around packaging development and timely and concise. Where necessary you will work with and manage packaging suppliers to deliver packaging product.Responsibilities:WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Develop the packaging design and work with Product Technologist, Marketing and Supply Chain to ensure that it supports both the consumer, product and manufacturing requirements. Create the packaging specification and requirements to support this
• From development, manage the packaging for innovation through to commercialisation and smooth manufacturing.
• Support Supply Chain on existing packaging where problems may occur and focus on re-engineering and cost efficiency improvements
• Work with Packaging Manager and NPD Manager to appropriately allocate your time and expertise to the projects and Category partners
• Engage with procurement regarding supplier selection and work with Supply Chain to determine plant requirements and Capex investment if necessary. Complete machine diagrams/ die lines and get it signed off by the unit. Determine pallet patterns.
• If appropriate, collaborate with external suppliers to jointly design and develop packaging. This includes the design and management of packaging specifications and requirements for manufacture and sustainability.
• Develop deep material expertise through working on specific projects, carrying out research, and working with suppliers. Work with Packaging Manager/R&D Manager to decide how to capture and share this knowledge
• Work with Marketing Managers, Packaging Manager, Supply Chain, and R&D/NPD Managers to ensure that packaging design changes are carried out in a controlled and consistent fashion

WHAT YOU WILL BE MEASURED ON

• Speed of project delivery
• Successful packaging launches
• Development of material expertise
• Number or new packaging material Concepts adopted
• Value analysis / Cost Savings /Sustainability goals

Qualifications:WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO THE TABLEKey attributes and competencies

• Technical Knowledge - knowledge of the makeup of different packaging
• Technical Project leadership - effectively lead technical delivery/execution of packaging projects.
• Cross-functional teamwork - ability to work well within your team and with other disciplines internally and externally
• Clear communication - ability to clearly articulate project goals, status, and challenges as well as managing stakeholder expectations
• Problem-solving and analysis - proactively identify and mitigate potential risks
• Decision Making: -. Ability to design, implement and review experimental outcomes and decide on best option forward based on information received
• Delivery Driven - ability to prioritise and manage conflicting demands of your time

Experience

• 6-8 years in packaging development within an FMCG
• Bachelor's degree in Process Engineering, Science or equivalent; plus, a Packaging Diploma (IPSA)

#LI-CD1About Us:Tiger Brands is proudly Africa's largest listed manufacturers of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG). We impact lives every day with our iconic, award-winning brands. Our core business is the manufacture, market and distribute everyday branded food and beverages. Our products are relevant across every meal occasion and are well positioned to grow.Being a food company means we're an intimate part of everybody's daily lives and that's why we get loud and proud about exploring further, roaring louder and growing together.In accordance with the employment equity plan of Tiger Brands and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.

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