Packaging Specialist - Food (f/m/d)

How You’ll Make Your Mark

Your main tasks in this role are:

As an expert on food packaging, you will support the implementation of the international packaging goals of the ALDI SÜD Group in the areas of recyclability, recycled content and reduction of the proportion of virgin plastic
Communicating and cooperating with packaging suppliers along the packaging value chain are part of your tasks
You will work closely with the purchasing departments and product suppliers to support the introduction of sustainable food packaging
You are interested in dairy products, chilled convenience products, fresh meat, bakery products, coffee, spreads or cereals
You will be responsible for providing technical knowledge and identifying possible solutions in the field of recyclable packaging for food products
As an expert in the field of food packaging, you will support the harmonisation and optimisation of product packaging, taking into account legal developments and sustainability obligations, with a focus on food packaging
Coordinating and working independently with cross-functional teams on basic tasks is part of your responsibilities
You are interested in interpreting and analysing data and specifications in the field of packaging
Preparing presentations is one of your tasks

The requirments oft he role include:

As an expert in food packaging, you have a degree in engineering, food technology, materials science, economics or a similar field, preferably with a focus on packaging
You have several years of professional experience and expertise in the field of food packaging (dairy products, chilled ready meals, fresh meat, bakery products, coffee, spreads, muesli)
Ideally, you have knowledge of primary packaging materials for food and packaging regulations
You are resourceful and have good communication and problem-solving skills
You have project management skills and experience in stakeholder management
Initial experience in an international environment is an advantage
You feel confident in using MS Office
Your English skills are very good

Our benefits for you are wide-ranging:

6 weeks of annual leave every year for all
A range of subsidised childcare support options
Options to work remotely - from home or anywhere within Austria (up to 13 days per month), and from abroad (up to 30 days per year, selected countries)
Mobile devices provided to enable flexible working
Relocation support (including visas/permits, home search and moving allowance)
Free and subsidised healthy food and drinks provided at work
Subsidised public transport
Bike leasing program to save up to 20% on bike costs to encourage sustainable transport and improve affordability
Discounts on a wide range of shopping in the categories like fashion, travel, sports and many more
All the training you need to excel in your role
Extensive personal and professional development
High level of responsibility in a diverse and international business environment
Collaboration with teams across borders

Gross annual salary starting from € 49,200.-*
*willingness to overpay with appropriate qualification

Michael-Walz-Gasse 18d, 5020 Salzburg

As soon as possible

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