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Director, R&D – Central Packaging E2E Execution

Glenview, IL, US💼 Full-time💰 $190,300–$190,300🗓 2026-09-28 → 2026-09-29

Core

Lead R&D teams to deliver high-complexity packaging projects and drive end-to-end cost optimization across the Kraft Heinz packaging portfolio.

Role type

Director, R&D (Packaging Strategy & Execution)

Builds

Complex packaging projects and productivity initiatives for the global packaging portfolio

Domain

Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) / Packaging Engineering

Required skills

Packaging Science/Engineering, Mechanical/Chemical Engineering, Cross-functional project management, Cost optimization, Supplier engagement, Organizational design, Strategic planning, Stakeholder management, Technical standards governance, Sustainability integration

Preferred skills

Master's degree in technical discipline, Experience managing managers, Large-scale budget management

Technologies

Packaging substrates, Structural design, Manufacturing processes, Stage-gate processes

Responsibilities

Define and execute portfolio strategy for complex projects and productivity; Lead two high-performing technical teams (25-30 total); Drive delivery of projects with >$750MM NSV impact; Establish governance frameworks and technical standards; Partner with senior leadership on enterprise packaging strategy; Champion Right-First-Time delivery and design-for-manufacturability; Lead strategic supplier engagement; Integrate sustainability across the portfolio.

Seniority

Director, strategic leadership & multi-team management

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