Technical Leader-Packaging Innovation
Core
Lead packaging innovation and development for Gum and Mint categories, driving technical solutions from prototyping to factory trials while ensuring regulatory compliance and supply security.
Role type
Senior Technical Leader, Packaging Innovation
Builds
Agile co-pack solutions and Tailwind channel packaging
Domain
FMCG (Food & Beverage), Packaging Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
packaging innovation, cross-functional project management, technical risk assessment, change management, competitive market analysis, rapid prototyping, material qualification, factory trial management, regulatory compliance, stakeholder management
Preferred skills
AI and state-of-art tooling integration, consumer insight translation
Technologies
internal or external AI tools, state-of-art tooling/systems
Responsibilities
Lead cross-functional projects for packaging innovation and renovation; manage the full packaging development lifecycle including prototyping and factory trials; conduct technical risk assessments and lead change management; monitor competitive landscape and translate consumer insights into packaging solutions; ensure compliance with China local regulations and corporate standards; support manufacturing and quality problem solving; build relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team direction