Team Lead Global Packaging Design and Discovery - R&D

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 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.

Location: Utrecht, 3584CT, NL

Posted Date: 11/2/2025