Developer, Packaging Development (Fixed-Term)

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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.

How you will contribute

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.

What you will bring

A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career. You will bring experience and knowledge in:

• 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

More about this role

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. We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Packaging Technologist, ready to join our Research and Development team.

The Opportunity

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.

What You Will Do

• 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.

What You Will Bring

• 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.

Important: this is a fixed‑term contract for 12 months

Work Hours: standard working hours, Mon‑Fri. We operate in a hybrid model, 3x a week in the office. Some traveling to Norway/Sweden may be required.

Relocation Support Available? No Relocation support available.

Business Unit Summary – We value our talented employees and, whenever possible, strive to help one of our associates grow professionally before recruiting new talent to our open positions. If you think the open position you see is right for you, we encourage you to apply! Our people make all the difference in our success.

Mondelēz International is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Job Type: Temporary (Fixed Term) – Packaging Development & Engineering, Science & Engineering

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