At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead innovative packaging development for global skincare brands and drive team performance.
- Company: Dynamic skincare company focused on sustainability and innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, health benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a culture that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Shape the future of skincare packaging while collaborating with diverse teams.
- Qualifications: Proven leadership in packaging development and strong strategic thinking skills.
The predicted salary is between 134550 - 164450 $ per year.
The Director, Global Packaging Development is a senior organizational leader responsible for leading Packaging Development across an assigned category and supporting one or more global brands. This role is accountable for building a high-performing Packaging Development organization that consistently delivers innovative, consumer-centric packaging solutions aligned with brand strategy, business priorities, and operational excellence.
The Director leads a team of Packaging Development professionals while establishing technical direction, portfolio priorities, organizational capability, and resource strategies that enable successful commercialization across the category. This role creates an environment where innovation, technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement become organizational strengths rather than individual accomplishments.
The Director partners closely with Brand Leadership, Marketing, Design, Product Development, R&I, Brand Value Chain (BVC), Global Supplier Management (GSM), Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, Sustainability, Material Science, Package Testing, and supplier partners to align Packaging Development strategy with category objectives.
Responsibilities
- Category Packaging Development strategy execution
- Organizational priorities
- Team resource allocation
- Leadership development
- Portfolio prioritization
- Technical governance
- Organizational capability initiatives
- Performance management of direct reports
Influences
- Category business strategy
- Innovation investment priorities
- Organizational design
- Supplier strategy
- Commercialization planning
- Sustainability strategy
- Technology adoption
- Enterprise Packaging Development initiatives
- Escalates Enterprise organizational decisions
- Major capital investments
- Significant business risks
- Strategic supplier partnerships
- Cross-category resource conflicts
Director, Packaging Development in Markham employer: The Estée Lauder Companies
The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture in Burnaby, BC, where diversity and personal growth are at the forefront. As a Key Holder, you will benefit from comprehensive training, competitive remuneration, and a variety of health and wellness programs, all while being part of a globally recognized leader in prestige beauty. This role not only provides a pathway to supervisory experience but also opens doors to long-term career opportunities within a supportive and dynamic environment.
Contact Details:
The Estée Lauder Companies Recruitment Team
