Packaging Commercial Manager
Job Summary
This position will focus on product commercialize and packaging development and deployment for entire Suntory PepsiCo product and packaging portfolio, mainly on productivity , primary & flexible packaging, decoration (label) and other, Collaborate with Suntory and Pepsi Co RD , Packaging team, Project team and cross functional team. This is a critical important role in the execution of new product development project as well as optimization to help for business need on Gross Margin.
Job Responsibilities
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Lead role for NPD commercialize, Packaging development, Productivity and other initiative for beverage products in Thailand market.
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Managing and executing innovation packaging solutions to agreed project on time, in full by following best practice in packaging project management.
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Lead developers to design and execute tests, analyzing data, drawing conclusions, documenting, communicating results, and commercializing products.
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Drive /support Marketing and Supply chain on technical program for alternative material sourcing, optimizing the existing pack portfolio, helping in assessment of problem solving which interface among Packaging and machines.
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Responsible on projects assignment according to Brand/role/portfolio to support to the growth ambition
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Responsible for packaging lab certify, create and maintain packaging specifications.
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Develop and drive the long-term packaging strategies.
Skills and Experience
- 5 years of experiences on commercialize, developing packaging and deployment for flexible packaging, cap, can, bottles.
- Experiences and understanding on Flexible packaging structure & process, material requirement, material strengths with basically required for products and interface with machines is required for the role.
- Understand the strength of each PKG format which could drive optimization and fit to purpose of use.
- Has experience on beverage processing, PKG (bottle/cap) interface with filling line, End of Line packing.
- Understand and has experiences on developing label decoration, material behave, material fit with product manufacturing for right suggestion to Marketing.
- Dealing with complexity and pressure to deliver good product quality for each project and specification competitiveness.
- Driving for results in a variety of challenging and complex settings.
- Proven communication and teamwork skills are essential in this role, which operates in a dynamic and cross-functional environment.
Our DEI Commitment
At Suntory, we recognize that diverse knowledge, perspectives, and backgrounds contribute to our collective success. We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all individuals can bring their whole selves to work every day, regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or any other protected characteristic.
Our recruitment and selection processes are designed to highlight what Suntory offers as an employer while allowing candidates to share their unique skills and experiences. We understand that career trajectories vary, and if you believe your experience/background can benefit our team, we encourage you to apply. We endeavor to make our interview process as inclusive as possible and offer reasonable accommodations as needed. Together, we can cultivate a workplace where everyone can thrive and propel our mission of Growing for Good.