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This Packaging Engineer will support YETIs global growth and supply chain diversification and expansion through the design and development of packaging for new markets, primarily in SE Asia. This individual will also support new product packaging development and sustaining packaging projects including cost savings, compliance, quality, operations, and sustainability.

Responsibilities

Packaging Design

Enable YETI’s global growth by leading end-to-end packaging development for APAC expansion countries

Enable global supply chain expansion by onboarding new factories and 3PLs to packaging standards, work instructions, and pack-out procedures

Support the identification, qualification and onboarding of local packaging suppliers in partnership with Procurement

Optimize packaging designs and processes to reduce waste across the supply chain

Cost Savings

Identify, develop and implement cost-saving opportunities within packaging processes, materials and designs

Develop business cases for cost savings initiatives including ROI analysis; track and report cost savings metrics to senior leadership

Partner with Procurement to understand financial metrics and collaborate on a cost reduction roadmap to ensure cost targets are achieved maintaining uncompromised quality and durability

Process and Reporting

Develop and execute a global packaging playbook inclusive of templates, tools and process necessary to activate swift new-market entry

Initiate and drive upstream and downstream packaging efficiencies alongside Quality, Procurement, Manufacturing, Logistics, Retail, Wholesale and Customization partners

Develop and optimize packaging specifications and process documentation

Support global EPR reporting obligations through the development and maintenance of real-time packaging material and costing reports

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Lean Engineering or related degree with 2-4 years’ experience in a Packaging role

Knowledge of global packaging and labeling regulatory requirements, priority being the APAC region

Knowledge of packaging equipment, materials, automation, and lean manufacturing principles

Familiarity with packaging testing methodology (i.e. ISTA & ASTM) and packaging software (CAD, TOPS, MaxLoad Pro, or similar)

Familiarity with packaging suppliers and sourcing in the APAC region

Able to prioritize activities that have the biggest impact while effectively managing multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines

Desire to work in a dynamic, fast pace, growing global brand

Collaborative mindset with the ability to work across cultures and time zones

Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills

Must be fluent in English. A strong preference will be given to candidates that are also fluent in Japanese, Korean and/or Mandarin.

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