End to end knowledge of the packaging industry from raw materials, conversion, printing, application and through distribution network.
Deep insight into sustainable materials, recycling systems and latest technologies.
Material, product and machine interface optimization with a focus on driving costs and waste out of the system.
Project Management: Manage priorities and guide planning processes to achieve desired outcomes. Create and manage overall project schedules by working with internal and external cross functional team members including bottling partners.
Technical Communication for Business Effectiveness: Disseminate key facts and present complex information in a concise and easily understood manner. Effectively document and communicate routine technical data within R&I and business teams.
Building a Business Case: Leverage influence and negotiation skills, paired with compelling scientific, consumer, and economic data, to create persuasive business cases for new packaging projects. Lead the technical portion of the business case development for routine projects.
Bringing Innovation to Market: Generate and translate innovative ideas into feasible, practical, and cost-effective packaging solutions. Utilize general technology and supply base knowledge to successfully bring innovations to market from inception to implementation using known technologies. Lead pilot and trial activities to validate new packaging concepts and ensure successful market introduction.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Material Science, or a related field; a post-graduate degree is preferred.
5-10 years of previous experience in Packaging Development within the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industry, preferably with experience in the beverage sector.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex technical information clearly and concisely.
Knowledge of packaging trends, consumer trends, and technical research methodologies.
Ability to work with external resources, including design agencies, consultants, universities, and suppliers, to drive innovation.
Strong problem-solving skills and a creative mindset to identify and develop innovative packaging solutions.
Preferred Skills
Experience working in a global packaging network and familiarity with the re-application of ideas within a large organization.
Change management
Problem Solving
Continuous improvement
Experience with sustainable packaging solutions and an understanding of environmental impacts.
The Coca-Cola Company will not offer sponsorship for employment status (including, but not limited to, H1-B visa status and other employment-based nonimmigrant visas) for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and must not require The Coca-Cola Company's sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States.
Skills
Pay Range
United States: 120,000 - 149,000 USD

Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.
Location(s)
- United States of America
- City/Cities:
- Atlanta
Travel Required
00% - 25%
Relocation Provided
No
Job Posting End Date
November 15, 2026
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