Morgan Latif is an executive search and development consultancy focused on outcome-driven leadership hiring. We partner with organisations across Consumer Goods, Packaging, Chemicals & Speciality Materials, and Industrial Technology to secure leaders who create measurable impact and long-term business performance.
Paper/flexible packaging or food packaging
Our client is a global packaging group entering its next phase of performance and growth. The business is focused on driving greater consistency, improving operational performance, and unlocking further value across a sizable international footprint. Innovation sits at the core of the company's strategy - particularly in developing sustainable alternatives to plastic through advanced paper technologies, barrier coatings, and next-generation packaging solutions.




The role is responsible for leading a multidisciplinary R&D; team while working in close partnership with Product Management, Commercial, Operations, and Mill Directors to deliver customer-focused packaging solutions with a clear path to market within a three-year horizon. This role requires a hands-on leader with extensive experience in paper or versátil packaging, strong stakeholder management skills, and the credibility to influence both technical and commercial teams in a fast-paced, transformation-focused environment.
Build strong partnerships with customers, suppliers, and research bodies
10+ years in paper or flexible packaging or food manufacturing packaging.
~ Experience in R&D;, or technical-commercial leadership roles
~ Fluent in English and Spanish is a must

📌 Development Director (Barcelona)
🏢 Morgan Latif | B Corp™
📍 Barcelona