Responsibilities
- Lead the packaging workstream for New Product Launches, serving as the technical lead from concept to commercialization while ensuring all solutions are validated, sourced, and ready for market on schedule.
- Partner with cross-functional teams, including Food Scientists, Process Engineering, and Marketing, to translate product requirements into high-performance packaging that protects product quality and enhances the customer experience.
- Analyze member feedback and performance data to identify and execute re-engineering projects that improve durability, cold-chain integrity, and the physical 'unboxing' experience.
- Develop and refine material specifications in collaboration with FSQA and R&D to ensure all packaging meets rigorous functional standards, food safety requirements, and performance targets.
- Incorporate eco-friendly materials and waste-reduction strategies into all new and existing projects, ensuring Ollie’s sustainability objectives are met without compromising cost-effectiveness or reliability.
- Identify and implement high-impact cost savings projects through material optimization, rightsizing, and improved pallet utilization across the entire supply chain.
- Work closely with external vendors and partners to define technical requirements and manage specification performance, ensuring materials support competitive sourcing and consistent manufacturing standards.
- Summarize packaging development activities and results, effectively transferring technical knowledge to fulfillment centers and external partners to ensure 'in-spec' handling and storage.
- Travel between fulfillment centers and supplier sites to verify packaging performance, troubleshoot line efficiencies, and audit the implementation of new materials or designs.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Sponsored 401k program with employer match up to 4%
- Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental and vision
- Unlimited vacation policy that you're encouraged to use
- Paid parental leave
- 1-week paw-ternity leave for new dog parents
- Free Ollie subscription
- Inspiring pack members!
Additional Information
- Expected Travel: 35-50%
