Packaging Specialist

**Position Snapshot**

Location: Rhodes, Sydney
Duration: Full time, permanent
5+ years’ experience in a similar role

**Position Summary**

Joining Nestlé means you are joining the largest Food and Beverage Company in the world. At our very core, we are a human environment - passionate people driven by the purpose of enhancing the quality of life and contributing to a healthier future.

We are seeking a Packaging Specialist to manage execution of packaging sustainability related projects and initiatives in line with corporate packaging strategy and policies and across both internal and external stakeholders.

**A day in the life**

Reporting to the Head of Packaging, key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

- Project manage and support packaging projects & trials with focus on line performance, cost efficiency, on time delivery and product quality.
- Provide packaging input to Application Group teams - proposing and evaluating best packaging alternatives for new products and improvements to existing products.
- Conduct value analysis; identify and recommend improvements in efficiency, cost improvements and waste reduction opportunities.
- Initiate / participate in DMAIC exercises. Support factories in identifying unplanned stoppage reduction opportunities for packaging materials and provide training on TPM methodology related to packaging processes.
- Cascade best principles in packaging development and technology to ensure effective implementation of sustainable packaging materials into factory operations.
- Work with relevant industry and government stakeholders to advocate and support development aligned with packaging sustainability strategy.
- Develop and monitor KPIs across all Business Units. Manage and complete internal/external packaging sustainability progress reports, meeting group goals and commitments.
- Manage packaging and promotional items related food safety and compliance directives.
- Manage database of packaging materials to the new requirements of external packaging reporting structure and auditing.
- Support Corporate Procurement in the selection, assessment and development of new suppliers/converters.
- Support development of competencies of packaging technologists & disseminate packaging best practices and knowledge.

**What will make you successful**
- Possess Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills are essential for success in this position. Join our team and contribute to the continuous improvement.
- Graduate in Engineering, preferably in Packaging, Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical or equivalent (Materials Science, Printing).
- Broad experience in packaging development and project management in FMCG industry.
- Proven track record of successfully leading and developing cross-functional teams.
- Clear and effective communication and presentation skills are essential.
- Experience in stakeholder management and interpersonal skills.
- The right person must be proactive, thorough, and detailed, with a high level of relationship building.
- You are a problem solver, proactive and strong in implementing sustainable solutions to address business needs and/or issues.

Applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, including but not limited to health checks, prior to appointment to this role.

**Applicants must have full Australian working rights**

**Benefits**

You will have the chance to work with an outstanding and highly engaged team, build and grow your career with an inclusive, global FMCG leader.

In addition, we offer:

- Varied career experiences and personalised development support
- Diversity and Inclusion initiatives and program
- Discounted Nestlé products
- Competitive remuneration package
- Employee Assistance Program

**Our Story**
- Nestlé enjoys a reputation as one of the world’s largest FMCG companies and a leader in nutrition, health and wellness. Our inclusive and high-performance culture is a testament to the great training, development, rewards and recognition we extend to every member of our 5000-strong Oceania workforce.
- You can realise your full potential at Nestlé, working among the leading teams in nutrition, health and wellness. As part of a global network, you can use your skills to influence others and make a positive impact where you own a piece of the action.
- At Nestlé, you will work in a supportive environment where your ideas and points of view will be championed by a collaborative team. Together, we will drive the strength of our brands, the quality of our products, and the future of our business.
- At Nestlé, you can make a difference to millions of lives, every single day. As a large, global company that’s driven by purpose, you and your team can add your piece of legacy of creating a better, healthier future.
- In return you will have the chance to work with an outstanding team, and build and grow your career with an inclusive, global FMCG leader.