p h3Role Overview /h3 pLeonid Group has been retained by a bleading global healthcare company /b to appoint a bGlobal Product Sustainability Manager - Packaging /b based in bBarcelona, Spain /b. /p pThe Global Product Sustainability Manageris a senior individual contributor responsible for driving our client's global packaging sustainability, compliance, and strategic transformation initiatives. This position leads the development, implementation, and oversight of packaging-related regulatory compliance programs, sustainability frameworks, and cross‑functional efforts required to meet worldwide packaging requirements. /p pThis role provides deep subject‑matter expertise on packaging regulations (PPWR, EPR, AGEC Law, ESPR), packaging materials, recyclability, reuse, labeling, design optimisation, and compliance documentation. As our client expands its global packaging obligations, this role ensures readiness, governance, and risk mitigation across Technology Centres (TCs), manufacturing sites, and affiliate markets. /p pThe position requires influencing without authority, coordinating diverse global teams, engaging suppliers, ensuring data accuracy, and shaping our client's long‑term packaging strategy. This position will report to the General Product Sustainability Sr. Manager under the corporate sustainability leadership. /p h3Key Accountabilities /h3 h3Regulatory Compliance Stewardship /h3 ul liLead global compliance for packaging regulations including: EU Packaging Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR - material restrictions, recyclability, recycled content thresholds, technical documentation, EU Authorized Representative requirements), Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR - requirements across EU Member States, UK, U.S. states, APAC, and emerging markets), French AGEC Law national reuse targets, mandatory annual declarations on packaging mass, weight, recyclability, and reuse metrics. /li liDevelop and support packaging compliance documentation including Declarations of Conformity (DoCs), technical files, testing evidence, and supplier attestations. /li liEnsure packaging types used across products are registered appropriately with EU Authorized Representatives and competent authorities. /li liSupport audits, inspections, and reporting for governmental bodies,



packaging producer responsibility organizations, and sustainability frameworks. /li /ul h3Packaging Strategy, Governance COE Enablement /h3 ul liLead creation of a global packaging governance model, advancing the foundation for a Packaging Centre of Excellence (COE) to support sustainability, compliance, and innovation goals. /li liDevelop strategic roadmaps addressing packaging redesign, reusable systems, and sustainable alternatives. /li liTranslate regulatory deadlines (2026–2030+) into global execution plans, ensuring cross‑functional readiness and risk mitigation. /li /ul h3Packaging Data, Analytics Reporting /h3 ul liOversee global packaging data collection and validation across the business, including: Packaging type, weight, material composition, recyclability, recycled content, and country‑specific reporting fields. /li liEstablish standardized templates, processes, and repositories to ensure accurate and consolidated reporting across business units. /li liLead creation of dashboards and analysis for senior leadership on packaging costs, EPR fees, waste metrics, supplier performance, and compliance exposure. /li /ul h3Cross-Functional Collaboration Program Leadership /h3 ul liServe as the global subject‑matter expert for packaging sustainability across RD, Operations, Supply Chain, QA/RA, Manufacturing, Procurement, and Affiliate teams. /li liProvide guidance to packaging engineering teams on design requirements, testing, validation, labeling, and compliance readiness. /li liLead engagement with packaging suppliers on recyclability, recycled content, documentation, and engineering constraints. /li liCoordinate supplier assessments, compliance questionnaires, and PPWR/EPR‑aligned material declarations. /li liIdentify opportunities for packaging optimisation (weight reduction, material substitution, consolidated packaging types, circularity). /li liPromote reuse initiatives, recycled content targets,



and alternatives to high‑impact packaging materials. /li liFacilitate benchmarking against top IVD packaging organizations and industry standards. /li /ul h3Reporting Communication /h3 ul liDevelop and deliver periodic program reports and dashboards to track progress, risks, and milestones. /li liPrepare and present regular updates to senior leadership and executive sponsors, driving decision‑making and transparency. /li /ul h3Networking/Key relationships /h3 ul liGlobal sustainability teams /li liTechnology centres /li liCross‑functional stakeholders (Global Supply Chain Logistics, Procurement, RD, QA/RA, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing, IT) /li /ul h3Minimum Knowledge Experience Required /h3 ul liEducation: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Packaging Engineering, Materials Science, Sustainability, Mechanical/Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field, Master’s or Ph.D. preferred. /li liExperience: Minimum 7–10 years in packaging sustainability, packaging engineering, product stewardship, or regulatory compliance. /li liDemonstrated expertise in global packaging regulations, especially PPWR, EPR, AGEC, ESPR, recyclability standards, and packaging data/reporting systems. /li liExperience working in regulated industries (medical devices, IVD, pharma, life sciences) strongly preferred. /li liLanguage: Native or high level of business English required /li /ul h3Preferred Qualifications /h3 ul liProfessional certifications in packaging, sustainability, environmental management, or program leadership. /li liExperience with digital product compliance, digital product passports, and sustainability tools. /li liFamiliarity with ESG reporting frameworks (GRI, TCFD, CSRD). /li /ul h3Skills Capabilities /h3 ul liDeep knowledge of packaging materials, sustainability principles, and regulatory frameworks. /li liStrong analytical, data management, and program management skills. /li liExcellent communication and cross‑functional leadership. /li liAbility to influence without authority and drive alignment across global teams. /li liProactive, solution‑oriented, and adaptable to evolving regulatory landscapes. /li liInternational travel required (20% of average time) /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Global Product Sustainability Manager – Packaging (Barcelona)
🏢 Leonid Group
📍 Barcelona