Manager, R&D - Packaging Materials Performance Specifications
Core
Lead the development, deployment, and governance of Performance-Based Specifications (PBS) for packaging to ensure functional, quality, shelf-life, and manufacturing performance outcomes.
Role type
Manager, R&D Packaging Performance Specifications
Builds
Enterprise PBS framework, templates, and a governed library of specifications for packaging commercialization.
Domain
Consumer goods / Food & Beverage / Packaging Engineering
Required skills
Packaging materials knowledge, Performance specification writing, Cross-functional project leadership, Design of experiments, Statistical analysis, Risk management, Manufacturing process alignment
Preferred skills
Materials/Chemical/Packaging Engineering degree, Consumer goods/F&B/Pharma experience, Sustainable packaging knowledge
Technologies
Version control systems, Specification lifecycle management tools
Responsibilities
Define PBS framework structure and content, Establish specification governance and approval workflows, Translate cross-functional requirements into testable specifications, Enable training and adoption of PBS standards, Measure PBS effectiveness via quality metrics, Manage specification lifecycle and change control
Seniority
Manager, 2 direct reports