Packaging Sustainability Data Manager

Research & Innovation

Sobre el trabajo

Sustainability plays an increasing role in today's market economy and Danone is no exception. Sustainability is embedded in Danone's company mission, our 2030 Danone Impact Journey targets and our global packaging sustainability strategy.

To successfully execute Danone's Specialized Nutrition packaging sustainability strategy, it is key to have:

1. insights on the packaging we've put on the market in previous year(s)
2. clarity on our sustainability impact we have today
3. Awareness of the innovation opportunities of tomorrow and their impact on our footprint

To facilitate these key pillars of Danone's packaging sustainability agenda, we are looking for a Packaging sustainability data Manager to help us create insights of today and co-build our sustainability strategy of tomorrow, through enabling data driven decision making on future packaging choices.

In this role, you will be part of the Global SN Packaging Research and Innovation team. You will be part of a wider network of internal & external stakeholders & teams including Sustainability, Cycles & Procurement, Manufacturing, IT, Finance, associated global colleagues and external sustainability partners to realize our Danone Impact Journey goals in SN.

YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• You will analyze packaging data & emerging pack sustainability trends and transform them into concrete sustainability KPIs & valuable insights to enable decision making & prioritization of pack sustainability projects.
• You will lead the integration of systems and tools to track packaging sustainability metrics across our SN portfolio. You will deploy, maintain & improve them, as well as will support Danone SN R&I pack teams on its application.
• You will support Business Units with needed data about packaging materials, recycled content, formats, recyclability, carbon footprint and other metrics.
• You will leverage existing and emerging digital (AI) tools for smarter access to sustainability data & insights for quick & efficient decision making.

Sobre ti

• Experience of working with large datasets, having great attention to detail and capable to analyze, synthesize and interpret different sets of data into meaningful conclusions.
• Intermediate to advanced spreadsheet skills including excel, MS Power Bi and the ability to learn new technology applications. Gen AI prompting (Copilot 365) is a plus.
• Able to communicate complex technical information in a concise and accessible way, through excellent oral and written skills as applied to presentations and written reports.
• Strong collaboration skills in cross functional teams setting.
• Curiosity and passion about circular economy, packaging & sustainability.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and deliver results by working autonomously with minimal supervision.
• Fluent in English oral and written.
• Bachelors or Masters degree in Data Science, Engineering, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Business, Economics, or related field. Additional credentials/working experience in packaging and/or sustainability studies is a plus.
• Ability to work from Utrecht NL.

About Danone

Working here you’ll need to enjoy a fast-pace, complexity and it can get a little challenging. But it’s packed with opportunities. You’ll work with some of the best-known brands in the world, such as Evian, Nutricia, Activia and Nutrilon and we absolutely guarantee that you can just be yourself. Be innovative and entrepreneurial and the impact you could make might just amaze you. Join our movement for a healthier world. One Planet One Health BY YOU.

We are proud to be an equal employer. We are convinced our differences make the difference and that an inclusive working environment will drive our growth as a business, as teams and as individuals. We will therefore consider all applicants for employment fostering an inclusive working culture that is accessible for all.

Did you know that as a B-Corp certified company, Danone Benelux meets the highest verified standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability?

We Offer

At Danone, we offer a complete package of benefits, with a competitive primary salary and yearly bonus, but also benefits like a premium free pension, 30 days annual leave and several discounts on a collective health insurance and even on some of our products.

“Working at Danone is a unique experience. The company truly values sustainability and innovation, and it’s exciting to be part of a team that is making a real impact.” John Doe, Packaging Specialist

Conózcanos

Dedicada a llevar la salud a través de la alimentación al mayor número de personas posible, somos una empresa líder mundial en alimentación y bebidas basada en cuatro negocios: Lácteos Esenciales y Productos Vegetales, Aguas, Nutrición Infantil y Nutrición Médica.