Packaging Specialist - Food (f/m/d)

How You’ll Make Your Mark

In this position, you’ll…

Support the implementation of ALDI SOUTH Group’s International Packaging targets (recyclability, recycled content, virgin plastic reduction)
Communicate and collaborate with packaging suppliers along the packaging value chain
Work closely with buying teams and product suppliers to support the implementation of sustainable packaging for Food products (such as Dairy, Chilled Convenience, Fresh Meat, Bakery, Coffee, Spreads, Cereals)
Provide technical insight and identify available recyclable packaging solution for Food products
Support harmonization and optimization of product packaging under consideration of regulatory developments and sustainability commitments focusing on Food packaging
Co-ordinate and interact independently in basic work with cross functional teams
Understand and analyze packaging data and specifications
Create presentations

The requirements for the role are...

Completed studies in engineering, food technology, material science, economy or similar preferably with focus on packaging
Experience and technical knowledge in food packaging (Dairy, Chilled Convenience, Fresh Meat, Bakery, Coffee, Spreads, Cereals) is a must
Awareness of primary food packaging materials and packaging regulations
Resourceful, good communication, problem solving and co-ordination skills
Project management skills and experience on stakeholder management
International experience and intercultural sensitivity
Advanced in MS Office applications
Business-fluent English skills

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 (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
Subsidized 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

5071 Wals, Alte Bundesstraße 10

as soon as possible

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