Team Lead Global Packaging Design and Discovery - R&D
| Branche | bouwkunde en installatietechniek |
| Dienstverband | Direct bij werkgever |
| Uren | 32 - 40 uur |
| Locatie | Utrecht |
| Opleidingsniveau | HBO / bachelor |
| Organisatie | independent recruiters |
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Informatie
This is a pivotal opportunity to lead packaging design and discovery with direct impact on the global strategy of a Fortune 500 food company. You will align innovation with long-term business objectives, ensuring design excellence translates into measurable growth and competitive advantage.
By developing a high-performing team, engaging top-tier partners, and safeguarding intellectual property, you will strengthen the organization's ability to anticipate market shifts and deliver globally consistent, business-driven packaging solutions.
For a proven leader ready to step into the next tier of responsibility, this role offers the chance to shape global strategy, create sustainable value, and secure market leadership.
This isn't just a job; it's your chance to make a lasting impact in one of the world's leading food organizations. If you're ready to shape the future of packaging and drive meaningful growth, we want to hear from YOU!
This multinational food and beverage group is known worldwide for its strong focus on health and nutrition. With a diverse portfolio that includes dairy products, plant-based alternatives, bottled water, medical nutrition, and baby food, it operates in more than 120 countries.
The company's mission is to bring health through food to as many people as possible, combining scientific research with sustainable business practices. It invests heavily in innovation, from developing new functional foods and specialized nutrition to exploring environmentally friendly packaging and production methods.
What sets the organization apart is its dual commitment: driving business growth while making a positive social and environmental impact. It consistently ranks among the leaders in sustainability, aiming for carbon neutrality, reducing plastic use, and strengthening local communities through health and nutrition programs.
Its brands are household names across the globe, trusted by families and healthcare professionals alike, making it a true global leader in the intersection of food, health, and sustainability.
This role offers the opportunity to shape packaging design and innovation while ensuring alignment with business goals and external advancement. Your will be reported to the Global R&D SN Director Packaging.
- Mentor and manage the design team, fostering innovation and professional growth in line with business and product goals;
- Leverage external research and trends to enhance product development and build partnerships with innovative organizations;
- Organize design workshops and hackathons;
- Define and execute an IP strategy with legal teams, ensuring proper documentation and protection of innovations;
- Work with internal and external partners to drive user-centric design strategies;
- Align design efforts with company goals and emerging trends;
- Lead the full design process, from idealization to implementation;
- Advocate for design excellence and user experience;
- Align design efforts with product teams and external partners;
- Present strategies to leadership and stakeholders;
- Introduce new methodologies and stay updated on industry trends.
The company offers a complete package of benefits, with a competitive primary salary of €150K and an annual bonus, but also benefits like a premium free pension, 30 days annual leave and several discounts on a collective health insurance.
Omschrijving
This is a pivotal opportunity to lead packaging design and discovery with direct impact on the global strategy of a Fortune 500 food company. You will align innovation with long-term business objectives, ensuring design excellence translates into measurable growth and competitive advantage.
By developing a high-performing team, engaging top-tier partners, and safeguarding intellectual property, you will strengthen the organization's ability to anticipate market shifts and deliver globally consistent, business-driven packaging solutions.
For a proven leader ready to step into the next tier of responsibility, this role offers the chance to shape global strategy, create sustainable value, and secure market leadership.
This isn't just a job; it's your chance to make a lasting impact in one of the world's leading food organizations. If you're ready to shape the future of packaging and drive meaningful growth, we want to hear from YOU!
This multinational food and beverage group is known worldwide for its strong focus on health and nutrition. With a diverse portfolio that includes dairy products, plant-based alternatives, bottled water, medical nutrition, and baby food, it operates in more than 120 countries.
The company's mission is to bring health through food to as many people as possible, combining scientific research with sustainable business practices. It invests heavily in innovation, from developing new functional foods and specialized nutrition to exploring environmentally friendly packaging and production methods.
What sets the organization apart is its dual commitment: driving business growth while making a positive social and environmental impact. It consistently ranks among the leaders in sustainability, aiming for carbon neutrality, reducing plastic use, and strengthening local communities through health and nutrition programs.
Its brands are household names across the globe, trusted by families and healthcare professionals alike, making it a true global leader in the intersection of food, health, and sustainability.
This role offers the opportunity to shape packaging design and innovation while ensuring alignment with business goals and external advancement. Your will be reported to the Global R&D SN Director Packaging.
- Mentor and manage the design team, fostering innovation and professional growth in line with business and product goals;
- Leverage external research and trends to enhance product development and build partnerships with innovative organizations;
- Organize design workshops and hackathons;
- Define and execute an IP strategy with legal teams, ensuring proper documentation and protection of innovations;
- Work with internal and external partners to drive user-centric design strategies;
- Align design efforts with company goals and emerging trends;
- Lead the full design process, from idealization to implementation;
- Advocate for design excellence and user experience;
- Align design efforts with product teams and external partners;
- Present strategies to leadership and stakeholders;
- Introduce new methodologies and stay updated on industry trends.
The company offers a complete package of benefits, with a competitive primary salary of €150K and an annual bonus, but also benefits like a premium free pension, 30 days annual leave and several discounts on a collective health insurance.
Functie eisen
* 15+ years of experience in product design, with at least 3+ years in a leadership or management role within a complex organization;* Proven experience in building and maintaining strategic partnerships with startups, universities, and research institutions;
* Strong portfolio showcasing successful design leadership, particularly in collaborating with external organizations to drive innovation;
* A Master's degree in Design, HCI, or a related field;
* Experience in creating and managing co-design or innovation labs with universities or startups;
* Experience in drafting and negotiating IP-related agreements, such as non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) and joint venture contracts;
* Understanding of Agile development methodologies and their integration into design processes;
* Advanced knowledge of motion design, animation, or other specialized design techniques;
* Expertise in design tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, and prototyping tools (InVision, Marvel, etc.);
* In-depth understanding of user experience (UX) principles, interaction design, visual design, and accessibility standards;
* Strong communication skills, with the ability to foster collaboration between internal teams and external partners;
* Experience working with cross-functional teams, including product managers, engineers, and academic researchers;
* Knowledge of the startup ecosystem, emerging technologies, and academic research, with experience applying these insights to product design;
* Experience in collaborating with legal teams to protect intellectual property, secure patents, and manage the documentation and filing process.
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