Structural Packaging Designer

JOB PURPOSE: To create and design innovative product packaging aligned with customer needs and support requests from our sales and key accounts teams. Working closely with all parties to deliver effective and innovative packaging solutions from concept through to delivery. Support projects and review and provide sample requests for a range of markets including healthcare. The design should consider sustainability, ensure product integrity and appeal. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: To support improvements in new designs To increase opportunity for margin recovery, cost reduction and profit improvement Effectively manage multiple projects and provide on-going status reports to key stakeholders. Develop strategic links with Key Account managers (KAMs) and Business Development managers (BDMs) workingclosely with these teams on projects for some of the worlds most iconic brands, delivering innovative and effective packaging solutions. Provision of routine detailed and accurate analysis, reports and presentations on customer and component activity Attend meetings as required Utilise systems and processes Lead & participate in projects across Ireland Cartons Support Sales teams in promoting the product capabilities leading to increased focus on added value sales growth and product development Communicating and presenting at all levels with colleagues, peers and high-end clientele A keenness to stay abreast of the latest innovations and changes in print and packaging, working closely with the Technical Design Team, proposing fresh and inspired ideas, promoting improved practice in a dynamic team who share the same aspirations This list of duties and responsibilities is not exhaustive and Smurfit Westrock would expect you to carry out any other reasonable duty which you are capable of being trained in or performing. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE A strong background and portfolio in conceptual packaging design An adept level of understanding and industry knowledge Must have a minimum of three years experience in structural design, unique packaging and pharmaceutical expertise, using design software Artios CAD Demonstrable experience of working to high quality standards Willingness to travel & some flexibility in working hours Ability to prioritize and work under pressure. Must know methodologies, tools and techniques for designing, building and managing the manufacture of new products Must know the methods and associated phases, activities and deliverables for the design of new products and the enhancement of existing products User-level knowledge of ArtPro+ BEHAVIOURS: Creative thinking Initiative Tenacity and accustomed to operating in a fast-paced client-facing role Thoroughness Excellent communication skills Concern for standards Efficiency focussed CORE COMPETENCIES: The following competencies have been identified as key to success in the role Persuasive Communication Influences, convinces or impresses others in a way that results in acceptance, agreement or behaviour change. Influence/Persuasiveness Ability to influence and inspire others to act Problem Solving and Analysis Analyses issues and breaks them down into their component part. Makes systematic and rational judgements based on relevant information. Action Orientation Demonstrates a readiness to make decisions, take the initiative and originate action Resilient Maintains effective work behaviour in the face of setbacks or pressure. Remains calm, stable and in control of themselves Flexible Approach Successfully adapts to changing demands and conditions Be able to be self-motivated, standards driven, with a keen eye for detail whilst being team focused and harnessing collaboration and co-operation of others. Benefits: Enhanced pension contributions Employee Assistance Programme Cycle to work scheme Perks at work Enhanced holiday entitlement Reward & Recognition Long service awards