Purpose of the position
As Group Packaging Expert Corrugated, you will play a key role in shaping the future of corrugated packaging across the Intersnack Group. In this expert position, you will be responsible for the development and implementation of innovative, efficient, and sustainable packaging solutions – from concept through to industrial application – serving our diverse brands and markets across Europe and supporting global initiatives.
You will be part of our international team based in Düsseldorf, a strategic location at the heart of the Intersnack Group.
Responsibilities
1. Develop and optimize corrugated packaging concepts with a focus on sustainability, cost-efficiency and quality
2. Manage international packaging projects from initial idea to full-scale implementation
3. Standarize and harmonize corrugated packaging portfolio across all markets and sites
4. Collaborate with internal stakeholders including Sustainability, Procurement, Marketing, Quality, Engineering and local packaging experts
5. Identify packaging risks, deliver expert assessments, and provide technical documentation and best practices
6. Monitor industry trends and actively contribute to the packaging strategy and innovation
7. Prepare management reports and drive continuous improvement in packaging standards across the Group
8. As a Global expert in corrugated, you own the development of the category at Group level
Job Requirements
9. Several years of technical experience in corrugated packaging, ideally within the FMCG or food industry
10. Experience managing international packaging projects and working in cross-functional environments
11. Degree in Packaging Technology, Paper Engineering, or a comparable technical field are a plus
12. Proactive mindset, strong communication skills, and a structured, solution-oriented approach
13. Fluent in English; German language skills are a plus
14. Willingness to travel internationally up to 50%
About us
Intersnack has become one of Europe’s leading savory snacks producers by ‘creating happy snacking moments’ in people’s lives. Being privately owned, we operate with a long-term view and commit ourselves to a more sustainable world. Successfully and sustainably growing, our turnover in 2024 was more than €4.5 bn. We are now present in more than 30 countries across Europe and beyond. We have 12 regional Management Units, 45 production sites, and a total workforce of approximately 15,000 people worldwide.
What we will offer
An enjoyable, broad and fulfilling role with one of Europe’s biggest savory snacks producers. The chance to grow in an environment that values teamwork and collaboration, as well recognized to your individuality, welcoming your views, and celebrating your growth. Naturally we offer a competitive salary and benefits package, but also the opportunity to stand out for your professionalism and performance, moving forward in a challenging environment that supports each individual team member to achieve their very best. And a place to securely develop your career as part of a business that cares about the wellbeing of all its people and understands that work-life balance is fundamental to success. At Intersnack, we value and cherish diversity for the power and potential it creates. We have extraordinary team spirit, empower our people to take ownership for what they do and challenge each other to improve. Because we know that, to become a big player, you need to master being a team player first.