For our client Danone Specialized Nutrition, we are sourcing a Packaging Technology Expert to help shape the future of packaging across Danone's European supply network. Do you have a passion for innovation, cost optimization, and sustainability? Read on! Job DescriptionAs a Packaging Technology Expert, you will play a key role in identifying and implementing packaging cost optimization opportunities. You'll collaborate with internal stakeholders (Manufacturing, Procurement, R&I) and external partners (suppliers) to develop and qualify packaging solutions that meet Danone's high standards for quality, safety, sustainability, and consumer satisfaction.ResponsibilitiesIdentify packaging cost optimization opportunities and assess technical feasibility.Develop packaging technical briefs that balance cost, timing, quality, food safety, sustainability, and consumer needs.Lead suppliers in defining packaging specifications aligned with Danone's requirements.Coordinate cross-functional teams to assess risks and define mitigation plans.Execute packaging qualification plans, including lab, plant, and transport validations.Provide hands-on support in troubleshooting and solving technical packaging issues.RequirementsBachelor's or Master's degree in Packaging, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design Engineering, or a related technical field.Experience in packaging development within Food, Pharma, or FMCG industries.Familiarity with various packaging types (flexible, plastic, metal, paper, beverage carton, barrier, corrugated) is a plus.Strong problem-solving skills and a collaborative mindset.Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal.Experience working in cross-functional and international environments.Proficiency in MS Office tools (Outlook, Excel, Word, Power Point, Teams, Copilot).Availability to work from the Utrecht office at least 2 days per week.Willingness to travel 10-15% across EU factories and supplier locations.OfferContract: 12 months full-time employment 40 per week Salary indication: €4300 - €5000 gross per month25 vacation daysPension contribution by Oxford Possibility to (partially) work from home max 3 days