Nijmegen
19 Jun 2026
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Senior Packaging Technologist

Kraft Heinz

Senior Packaging Technologist

Senior R&D Packaging Technologist responsible for leading packaging development projects in a complex matrix organization. The role requires over 8 years of experience in packaging development, strong technical knowledge, and cross-functional collaboration skills. Based at the R&D Centre in Nijmegen, the position supports strategic packaging agendas and drives business growth.

On-siteFull-timeSeniorPackaging DevelopmentProject Management

Salary

Not specified

Work Location

Nijmegen, Gelderland, Netherlands, NL

Work Model

On-site

Experience Required

8 years

Employment Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Senior

Core Qualifications

Technical (Must-have)
packaging developmentproject managementNPDVEsupply chainPPWR legislationrisk managementquality managementcross-functional collaborationstakeholder managementcommunicationproblem solvingconsumer insightscoachingbusiness English
Soft Skills
communicationinfluencingstakeholder managementnetwork buildingsimplifying complex topicsfast learningadaptabilityindependenceownershipdecision makingprioritizationcreativitypragmatismcustomer focusteam player

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead packaging development projects with a consumer-first mindset.
  • Lead large or complex projects with high independence, providing scenarios and recommendations.
  • Deliver technical NPD, VE & Supply Chain projects through R&D governance.
  • Lead supply chain projects from a packaging perspective with understanding of engineering requirements.
  • Support Packaging Development Team in developing new, improved or cost-efficient packaging.
  • Understand PPWR legislation and translate into technical concepts.
  • Create, develop, and implement industrialized packaging solutions with robust risk management.
  • Build strong cross-functional relationships.
  • Coach members of the wider packaging team.
PackagingR&DSeniorNijmegenFull-timeOn-siteNPDSupply ChainPPWRFMCG