Team Leader- Packaging Development

Position: Packaging SME - Team Leader (FMCG - Private Labels) Location: Bangalore Role: To support in end to end packaging development & quality for private labels across the range of FMCG products as well as look after new packaging initiatives for key business categories, with an overall objective of supporting the categories in achieving their business plan. Job would also involve participation in ideation and conceptualisation of new packaging solutions. Key focus area being: Operation- Regular bench-marking of key competition packaging to understand competitiveness. Support in estimation of cost & Shelf life for various options of new pack /pack change. Development & approval of KLDs for various options. Arranging sample lot of packaging materials for quality assessment. Supporting brand teams in artwork development. Approving artworks and prepress files. Coordinating with vendors for development of jobs & Online approval of jobs. Development of packaging specifications for various packaging formats of the given product. Shade card management. Supporting packaging related troubleshooting both in factory as well as in market. Data analysis skills are required to understand to analyse the packaging related complaints. Presentation skill is required to present the data & packaging related activities to the key stakeholders. Innovation- Liaise with industry & Benchmark competition to understand new developments in the field of Packaging. Participate in idea generation for Innovation in Packaging. Support in feasibility study, cost estimation & selection of Idea. Prototyping of new concepts / new packs. Testing and evaluation of shortlisted ideas (Machine trial/ Transit Trial). System and Compliance- To ensure compliance of all printed packaging material with artworks approved by all concern. To ensure that all Packaging Departmental SOP's are complied to in all Qualification & Experience: Post Graduate diploma in Packaging from IIP or equivalent institute with 5 years of experience Engineer / PGD in allied fields like plastic & polymer technology, printing technology etc with 5 year experience in FMCG packaging development Job-related Skills: Must have in depth knowledge of packaging technology. Knowledge of FMCG & Food Packaging Scenario in India desirable. Contacts with Packaging material sources/vendors desirable. Awareness of legal requirements for packaging. Proficiency in AutoCAD and graphics software like Ai & Photoshop. Managerial Skills: Ability to make things happen Customer focus Ability to communicate effectively. Good analytical skill. Ability to work in a team & to manage internal as well as external stake holders. Career: Depending on performance, experience gained & available position, the candidate can grow to Manager - Packaging Development & Quality. How to Apply: Interested candidates can share their resumes at sandhya.tiwari1_ch@external.swiggy.in