Technical project management of complex NPD & EPD projects in accordance with the agreed procedures to ensure successful and timely delivery of the projects
- Represent R&D packaging implementation within cross-functional teams to deliver range extensions, renovations, innovations, PPA and cost savings across UK & EU projects.
- Provide technical knowledge to ensure all packaging executions in the allocated area are right first time, profitable, competitive, legal & meet brand requirements.
- Ensure product approval process is completed (including actions identified) and responsibility transferred to SU & QA.
- Works with project team and builds strong relationships across multiple functions.
Good knowledge of packaging materials, supply chains & manufacturing processes through close supplier & factory interaction
- Ensure all products/prototypes used for consumer research are safe and representative.
- Ensure all necessary trials are completed satisfactorily and documented, reference samples stored & risks communicated. Monitor costs of trials.
- Ensure the appropriate post-trial testing programs are well considered & implemented successfully to enable correct recommendations are made in execution of projects.
- Generate accurate technical data and provide all packaging related specifications giving input into Safety by Design, whilst ensuring packaging systems and materials are harmonised / efficiently managed wherever possible.
Build & maintain strong relationships with colleagues in RDQ & other functions (MU’s, SU’s, TQS, Procurement & Category Marketing)
- Ensure smooth project management across the project team with close interaction with Regional & Category RDQ teams as required.
- Encourages cross fertilisation of knowledge with wider RDQ colleagues
- Take responsibility for self-development and exhibit Nomad cultural behaviours