Want to help us bring happiness to the world?
Want to join an ambitious and fast growing global biscuits and confectionery business investing heavily in iconic global brands, infrastructure and people?
Then this is the place for you.As proud bakers and chocolatiers and custodians of iconic global brands, we don't compromise on the quality of ingredients in our products or on the people we hire.
We are looking for entrepreneurial spirits who share our passion for bringing happiness to our consumers and who embody our Winning Traits.To succeed at pladis you need to bepurpose-led,resilientandpositiveto succeed here because we expect pace andagility, we insist oncollaborationand demand accountability.
If that is your thing, then pladis offers global ambition, a clear Vision and roadmap for success, challenge, and unrivalled opportunities to learn and make an impactClick "Apply" to get started.Why join our team ?This is an exciting opportunity to work in the Commercialisation Team!!
As a core member of the Team, you will work closely with your Commercialisation colleagues on joint projects as well as being the sole lead on others.
The role holder will work cross functionally across pladis sites and regions.
Right first time and World Class execution is a core objective and deliverable.What will this role achieve?
Commercialisation covers key areas:process enablementcross-functional integrationrisk mitigationproject portfolio consolidationThis role is responsible for the management and delivery of pack changes, low complexity projects, in addition to ad hoc reporting, raising PO's, budget and admin support and market benchmarkingProjects are varied across both the Brand and Own Label portfolios within pladis.The initiatives, over the breadth of project sources which come into the team for implementation.
Innovation, marketing, procurement, supply chain, productivity, Own Label.Externally, collaboration with agencies, printers, Customers and pladis chosen artwork and originations provider.Responsible for ensuring that all key partners, are engaged and are aware of project status, progress, risks and issues in a timely manner.What will be your key deliverables ?Accountable for the end-to-end artwork process from briefing to packaging deliveryEnsure artwork delivery timelines are clearly defined and adhered to by all relevant stakeholdersAccurate tracking across all live artwork projects and appropriate risk escalation when requiredEnsure accurate system set up and maintenance of key project data to support project launchesEnsure the accuracy and integrity of artwork dataWork in partnership with Marketing, Regulatory, Packaging R&D, repro agency and suppliers to ensure artwork and packaging delivered within quality and time KPIsWork cross-functionally to manage transition from old > new packaging, mitigating write-off costMaintain, update and improve briefing and tracking documentation to ensure best-in-class artworkLead cross functional meetings as required to ensure project deliverables on trackWhat do you need for this role?
EssentialProven Project Management experienceKnowledge of print design and packaging processesStrong communication skills and team workingExcellent prioritisation & planning skills is importantAttention to detail.Issue resolution and building recommendations.
Desirable Good understanding of packaging technical development processesPrevious experience of managing artwork change processProject management qualificationOur winning traits and behaviours Purpose-Led - Energised by our promise to deliver happiness to the world with every biteAgile - Ever evolving, never satisfied and never standing stillCollaborative - Willing to work with others for mutual successResilient - Quick to adapt to change, fast learner and persistent in the face of setbacksPositive - Self-motivated, optimistic, adventurous, and inspiring