Provide enterprise leadership for packaging innovation enabled through material advances aligned with the core business
Lead the global packaging network in sustainable material strategy and own a roadmap for material innovation
Advance new material technologies by influencing product development directions of material suppliers and other technology providers
Build and maintain material expertise for technologies associated with PET, glass, and fiber-based packaging
Deliver new packaging solutions in collaboration with Engineering & Conversion group and GDI partners
Develop influential external presence with industry associations (APR, ISBT) and coalitions (ISBP)
Lead technical leadership on sustainable materials value chain, including circularity and decarbonization enablers and challenges
Manage a team of direct reports in accordance with The Coca-Cola Company people management framework
As part of Packaging Research & Engineering leadership team, deliver transformative packaging solutions through end-to-end collaboration and project management
Manage a portfolio of projects and prioritize resource allocation in accordance with corporate strategy and OU/Category priorities
Reports to the VP of Packaging Research & Engineering; position located in Atlanta
Requirements
Doctorate degree in a science, engineering, or related field
10+ years of professional experience in research & development related to materials innovation
Demonstrated expertise in PET (material structure-property relationships, conversion, application development)
Experience working with a range of materials from concepts to commercialization, preferably for beverage applications
Experience in leading a diverse team in multi-functional collaboration setting