Sr. Manager, Packaging

Job Description

Position Overview

The Senior Manager, Global Packaging Solutions will lead the company’s end-to-end packaging strategy across global manufacturing and logistics operations.

This position is responsible for developing sustainable, cost-effective, and durable packaging solutions for industrial and renewable energy components, ensuring compliance with international standards while optimizing for performance, quality, and environmental impact.

This is a hands-on leadership role —ideal for an experienced packaging professional who can both set strategic direction and drive execution with a global, cross-functional team.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a global packaging strategy aligned with operational, sustainability, and cost goals.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in packaging design, materials selection, and process standardization.
• Define and maintain regional packaging guidelines and testing standards across multiple manufacturing sites.
• Lead packaging design and validation for heavy-duty and outdoor-use products , including wood, plywood, and corrosion-protected materials.
• Launch returnable and reusable packaging programs to minimize waste and improve lifecycle efficiency.
• Collaborate with suppliers, engineering, logistics, and operations to deliver optimized packaging performance.
• Transition packaging ownership from suppliers to internal teams to build in-house design and validation capability.
• Manage and mentor a global packaging team located across the U.S., Asia, and other regions.
• Monitor global packaging trends and implement innovative technologies and sustainable materials.

Qualifications

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