Packaging Technologist Consultant

Join our collaborative and results-driven team in Sydney, Australia or Auckland, New Zealand where planning excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement are genuinely valued. We are seeking an experienced Packaging Technologist / Specialist to undertake a high-impact project focused on assessing our current packaging portfolio and delivering a clear, actionable roadmap to simplify operations, strengthen brand presence at point of purchase, and unlock sustainable cost savings.

Requirements

• 5–10+ years' experience in a strategic packaging role within FMCG (ANZ experience highly regarded)
• Deep technical expertise in flexible packaging, barrier materials, sealing technologies and high-speed production environments
• Proven experience delivering packaging optimisation or cost-reduction projects at scale
• Demonstrated cross-functional leadership across Operations, R&D, Procurement and Commercial
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to translate technical insights into financial outcomes
• Excellent project management capability with milestone-driven delivery

Benefits

• High-impact, strategic optimisation project with executive visibility
• Work cross-functionally across Marketing, Operations and Commercial teams
• Contribute directly to operational excellence and growth across APAC
• Be part of a globally recognised, high-growth FMCG brand