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Career Experts · posted 4 months ago
Job Description: Packaging Development & NPD Coordinator
Position Overview
The Packaging Development & NPD Coordinator will provide critical
technical, administrative,
and systems support to the Packaging Development & NPD functions. This
role ensures the
efficient operation of packaging specifications, artwork systems, data
management tools, and
development workflows across global or regional packaging & NPD
portfolios. The ideal
candidate brings strong system and software administration skills combined
with an
understanding of NPD processes, specifications, system, and documentation
management.
Key Responsibilities
Packaging Systems Administration
• Maintain, configure, and optimise packaging-related systems (e.g.,
specification
management systems, project management, artwork approval tools, document
control
systems).
• Manage user access, permissions, and training materials for packaging
systems.
• Support system upgrades, testing, migrations, and implementation of new
digital tools.
• Ensure data integrity and alignment across packaging databases,
repositories, and
connected systems.
Technical Documentation & Specification Management
• Create, update, and manage packaging specifications, BOMs, technical
drawings, and
artwork documentation.
• Ensure version control, compliance, and accuracy across all packaging
documentation.
• Partner with Packaging, Quality, Regulatory, and Procurement teams to
maintain
complete, up-to-date technical records.
Software & Digital Tool Support
• Configure and troubleshoot packaging-related software used for artwork,
packaging
specifications, or material data and sustainability reporting.
• Support integration of packaging systems with other systems.
• Manage workflows for digital approvals, artwork routing, and vendor
communication
platforms.
• Assist with deploying new software and training team members on
functionality and
best practices.
Data Management & Reporting
• Maintain packaging data libraries, material databases, supplier records, and
performance data.
• Generate reports, dashboards, and KPIs related to specifications, project
progress,
sustainability and regulatory compliance.
• Support audits and internal reviews by providing accurate technical
documentation.
Project Coordination
• Support NPD & packaging development projects by managing system-based
workflows,
status tracking, and documentation.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams— Artwork, R&D, Quality,
Procurement, Supply
Chain, and Manufacturing.
• Maintain technical timelines and ensure critical milestones i
n systems are accurately
captured.
Compliance & Governance
• Ensure packaging data aligns with internal standards, regulatory
requirements, and
sustainability goals.
• Assist with vendor onboarding and compliance documentation collection.
Key Skills & Qualifications
Essential
• Experience with technical administration in packaging development, NPD,
R&D, or
manufacturing environments.
• Proficiency with specification and project management systems.
• Strong understanding of packaging specifications, materials, and artwork
workflows.
• Solid knowledge of system administration: user management, configuration,
workflows,
testing, and troubleshooting.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong MS Office proficiency (Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams).
Personal Attributes
• Highly organised and capable of managing multiple priorities.
• Strong communicator with the ability to work cross-functionally.
• Proactive problem solver who brings structure and accuracy to technical
processes.
• Team player with a service-oriented mindset.
• Curious, digitally savvy, and able to learn new tools quickly.