Packaging Development Specialist

For our location in Breda, we are looking for a Packaging Development Specialist (40 hours).

• Lead packaging development activities for new product launches inside the organization.
• Translate commercial briefs into technical packaging concepts.
• Evaluate, develop and qualify packaging concepts and materials in line with functionality, sustainability and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and drive packaging optimisations, including cost improvements, material changes and production efficiencies.
• Lead packaging implementation projects in cross‑functional teams.
• Coordinate with NPD, procurement, suppliers and production teams.
• Lead industrial trials and ensure compliance with functionality, sustainability and regulatory requirements.
• Document packaging specifications and hand them over to the Technical Office and Operations teams.
• Report to the Packaging Development Manager.

• Bachelor or master degree in Packaging Science and Technology, Industrial Design Engineering, Food Processing or related disciplines.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience in FMCG packaging R&D, preferably in a food environment.
• Basic knowledge of most common packaging materials and formats.
• Understanding of fibre‑based packaging and flexible film technology is an advantage.
• Solid knowledge of appropriate testing and qualification procedures across multiple packaging formats.
• Willingness to travel regularly within and outside the Netherlands.
• Strong drive & passion for packaging development.
• Comfortable working in an international, cross‑functional environment.
• Excellent communication skills in Dutch and English.

• Competitive salary, supplemented by an attractive bonus plan.
• 25 vacation days, with the option to take an additional 7 days at no cost.
• Company‑provided laptop and phone.
• 8% vacation pay.
• Travel allowance.
• Pension plan.