Packaging Development Developer, Mondelēz International
12 Month Fixed-Term Contract
More information about location
3 days a week in office (Bournville, Birmingham)
Multinational confectionery, food & beverages
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Multinational confectionery, food & beverages
1001+ employees
Be an early applicant
More information about location
3 days a week in office (Bournville, Birmingham)
1001+ employees
Company mission
To empower people to snack right.
Role
Who you are
- We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Packaging Technologist, ready to join our Research and Development team
- Working on teams and independently with the guidance of a manager
- Prioritizing and managing activities
- Identifying problems proactively and creating and implementing solutions independently
- Applying fundamental technical understanding to interpret and analyze data to reach clear conclusions
- Communicating effectively verbally and in writing, including technical writing
- Putting the consumer at the heart of development activities
- Technical curiosity and a collaborative mindset
- A demonstrated track record of success in packaging development
- A good understanding of various packaging materials, their properties, and conversion processes
- Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring precision and excellence in all aspects of design and specification
- A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to navigate complex challenges and drive projects forward
- Strong communication and collaboration skills to effectively partner with diverse teams and stakeholders
What the job involves
- Working as part of a cross functional team, you deliver the RDQ activities required to complete Packaging Design and Packaging Deployment for Innovation/Growth projects and productivity projects across multiple geographies with an emphasis on delivering the desired consumer experience
- With the support and guidance of a manager, you will organize and execute projects in line with RDQ, marketing and manufacturing requirements, effectively communicating status and risks
- You will plan and conduct activities to generate appropriate packaging information, using sampling and supplier management, and pilot plant and factory trials in accordance with good manufacturing practice and HACCP requirements
- In this role, you will plan and conduct process development activities (e.g. packaging design and specifications, packaging scale up, commissioning etc.) and help with planning and the effective use of resources, including the use of external agencies
- You will also create technical reports, which will require your skills in analysis and interpretation of results that will lead to conclusions and recommendations; create and maintain accurate packaging specifications; and create intellectual property to drive our competitive advantage
- We are delighted to offer a new opportunity within our Packaging Tablets & Countlines team, focussing on the Northern & Western Europe portfolio. You’ll contribute to the commercialisation of packaging concepts for our iconic Marabou, Freia, and Cote D’or brands, helping translate consumer needs into well-loved packaging experiences
- This exciting role offers you the chance to be at the forefront of packaging innovation, shaping the future experience of some of the world's most recognizable chocolate brands for consumers across the globe
- You will be instrumental in driving technical excellence, creativity, and strategic foresight to develop breakthrough packaging solutions that delight consumers and meet stringent industry standards
- Innovate & Develop: Lead the development of packaging for new products and optimize existing solutions for our Marabou, Freia, and Cote D’or portfolios
- Technical Expertise: Apply rigorous technical understanding of packaging materials, manufacturing processes, and supply chain considerations to ensure robust, scalable, and sustainable designs
- Strategic Vision: Translate brand strategies and consumer insights into tangible packaging concepts
- Collaboration: Work seamlessly within cross-functional teams, collaborating with marketing, supply chain, and production to bring innovative concepts from ideation to launch
- Quality & Compliance: Ensure all packaging designs adhere to our high-quality standards, regulatory requirements, and our commitment to responsible and sustainable practices
Our take
Mondelēz International is one of the biggest names in global snacking, with a presence in over 150 countries. The company is behind some of the world's most loved treats, such as Oreos, Cadbury Dairy Milk, Toblerone and Sour Patch Kids.
It's all about creating delicious products that millions of people enjoy every day, and the company combines iconic brands with deep consumer insights to stay ahead of changing tastes. Because of this, its work doesn't just stop at snacks; it invests in innovation, research, and sustainability to keep improving and growing.
In 2025, the company opened a Consumer Research Centre in Bournville, complete with high-tech kitchens and over 50 expert chocolate tasters. At the same time, it's also beginning to phase out synthetic food dyes across its candies, responding to consumer demand for more natural ingredients. It's a smart step in the right direction and one that shows Mondelēz isn't just keeping up, but shaping the future of snacking.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Company
Company HQ
Fulton Market District, Chicago, IL
Leadership
Dirk Van de Put
(CEO & Chairman)Previously spent 6 years at Mattel as the Director. Prior to that, he spent over 7 years at McCain Foods as COO, President and CEO.
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