Senior Package Engineer— China, Shanghai, Henkel Consumer Brands

Job description

What you´ll do Lead new packaging development for new product launches in responsible categories and ensure it meets the quality and cost criteria by collaborating with marketing, supply chain and procurement teams. Conduct package related tests and justification properly and smart risk prediction in NPD package development projects. Support Package Cost Saving Projects as need. Provide technical support on quality issues and daily production in responsible category or brands. Own package performance by balancing functionality, quality, manufacturability, sustainability and cost to deliver optimal packaging solutions. Drive packaging development activities with China-based suppliers to support regional and global sourcing strategies, ensuring quality, supply security and cost competitiveness. Lead technical discussions with suppliers, manufacturing sites and cross-functional teams to resolve complex packaging and process challenges. Manage project timelines, development plans and resources to achieve project objectives. Drive packaging technology development and process optimization to support innovation and continuous improvement. Ensure all packaging solutions comply with Henkel standards as well as relevant safety, quality, environmental and regulatory requirements. Support Henkel’s sustainability and circular economy targets by identifying opportunities to improve recyclability, material efficiency and carbon footprint. Collaborate closely with Marketing, Procurement, Manufacturing, Quality and regional/global R&D teams to translate business and consumer needs into packaging solutions.