Packaging Development Officer

at  Ardo

BE - Ardooie
Procurement
Permanent contract
Ardo supplies its continuously growing markets around the world with high-quality frozen vegetables, herbs, and fruit with 4000 employees and 20 production sites in 9 countries. The family business sells in more than 100 countries and has a turnover of more than 1.1 billion euros. Ardo’s mission is to preserve the gift of nature as pure as possible. The group’s know-how and flexible structure ensure that it can respond quickly to new trends and those innovative products can be brought onto the market quickly. More info on www.ardo.com.
Your Scope
We are looking for a Packaging Development Officer within the Procurement department for the Ardo Group. Group Procurement is responsible for the central strategic purchase/sourcing of a large package of (frozen) raw materials, services, materials, and packaging for all Ardo factories and locations. In this role, you are part of an international team that is working end-to-end on the development, implementation, and adaptation of new packaging within the group. The most important tasks/responsibilities include:
As part of the Packaging development team, you coordinate all steps towards technically, legally, and graphically correct packaging.
Changes to existing items, as well as new creations, come your way.
Operational development follow-up from A to Z, from creation to availability of the new/changed packaging.
You are in contact with Ardo’s suppliers regarding print plates and design.
In your job you actively collaborate with various departments within the group, both on national and international level.
You will receive on-the-job training within Ardo and a team of 4 direct colleagues will support you.
Your profile
You obtained a bachelor’s degree or equal this with your experience.
You have an affinity with the food sector and are excited to learn about the graphic aspects of packaging.
You are fluently bilingual in Dutch - English, more languages are certainly a bonus.
You have a good knowledge of MS Office.
You work systematically, accurately, and structured, are administratively strong, and like to do this autonomously.
We offer
We offer you the opportunity to be part of an authentic and sustainable international company, with real growth opportunities. You will receive a full remuneration package in line with the level of this position. With us you can also enjoy your 2 days a week working from home

Please refer the Job description for details