Global Engineering Senior Manager - Packaging & Automation Technology

ppDirect and manage the development and control of the production plan by adapting it to the sales volume, distribution, and capacity of production. Propose inventory levels of materials and finished products in order to meet sales demands and production capacity. /p h3Job Description /h3 h3Global Engineering Senior Manager – Packaging Automation Technology /h3 pAs the Global Engineering Senior Manager – Packaging Automation Technology, you will serve as the global technical subject matter expert for packaging systems, machinery automation technologies. You will define global standards, lead innovation programs, and enable breakthrough improvements in packaging operations, while also driving the global savings agenda through the Global Automation Programme. /p h3Key Ingredients /h3 h3Global Packaging Technology Leadership /h3 ul liOwn and drive implementation of global packaging equipment standards, design criteria, and material–equipment compatibility guidelines. /li liLead global capability building for packaging systems including moulding (preform, blow) filling, labeling, cartoning, case packing, palletizing, and format changeover across rigid flexible formats across a variety of materials. /li liEvaluate new packaging technologies, materials, and machinery platforms for global adoption. /li /ul h3Automation, Robotics Digital Systems Excellence /h3 ul liOwn global automation standards and drive the adoption of next‑generation automation technologies: AI-driven controls, AMRs/AGVs, vision systems, predictive monitoring. /li /ul h3Global Line Design, Simulation Performance Optimization /h3 ul liDefine standard line layouts and ensure consistent deployment across Zones. /li liConduct value‑stream mapping to identify bottlenecks and automation opportunities. /li /ul h3Supplier Technology Partner Management /h3 ul liOversee global packaging machinery OEM partnerships and along with Procurement negotiate standard platforms. /li liEvaluate and qualify suppliers via structured technical assessment. /li liCo‑develop automation and packaging innovations with OEMs. /li liSupport Global Procurement to drive supplier segmentation and establish best‑in‑class, cost‑accretive technologies. /li /ul h3Global Capex Technology Roadmapping /h3 ul liDefine the Packaging Automation capital investment pipeline. /li liGuide long‑term equipment strategy to deliver a sustainable, resilient and future‑ready manufacturing base. /li /ul h3Recipe for Success: Apply if this sounds like you! /h3 ul liDeep knowledge of packaging machinery and materials. /li liStrong background in project management, capital planning, and major automation investments. /li liStrategic and systems thinking. /li liAbility to influence without authority across cultures and regions. /li liStrong communication skills across technical and non‑technical audiences. /li liExcellent collaboration in matrix organizations. /li liExperience leading global technology adoption and change. /li /ul h3Location(s) /h3 pAmsterdam /p pKraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr