OverviewDirector of Packaging at tonies. tonies is the world’s largest interactive audio platform for children with Tonieboxes and Tonies. We are seeking a visionary and hands-on Director of Packaging to lead our global packaging strategy and execution. This leadership role sits at the intersection of innovation, sustainability, consumer experience, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise, strong cross-functional leadership, and a passion for delivering premium, sustainable packaging and retail display solutions that elevate our brand and delight consumers—especially kids and caregivers.What you will doSet and lead Global Packaging Strategy: Define a cohesive packaging vision aligned with brand, sustainability, operational, and market-specific goals.Oversee End-to-End Packaging Development: Manage the full lifecycle from concept to commercialization and continuous improvement, ensuring packaging meets functional, aesthetic, and business requirements (including retail and channel-specific needs).Drive Innovation in Materials and Design: Champion new packaging formats and materials that balance sustainability, cost, performance, and consumer experience.Ensure Quality, Testing, and Regulatory Compliance: Establish robust standards and testing protocols, ensuring global compliance—especially for children’s products.Own Retail Display Strategy and Execution: Lead the design and deployment of impactful in-store displays (e.g., PDQs, endcaps, demo station structures) tailored to retailer needs and aligned with brand and shopper objectives.Optimize Packaging for Cost and Efficiency: Identify and implement design-to-value and automation opportunities without compromising quality or on-shelf brand impact.Collaborate Across Teams and Vendors: Act as the packaging expert across cross-functional teams (Product, Brand, Operations) and manage global supplier relationships to deliver high-quality, on-time solutions.What we are looking for15+ years of progressive experience in packaging within consumer-packaged goods, with international exposure (North America and EU markets).Strong experience with retailer-specific packaging requirements across North America and Europe (e.g., Walmart, Carrefour, Target).Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field.Deep knowledge of packaging systems, materials, converting and printing processes, and testing standards (e.g., ISTA, ASTM).Proficient in CAD tools (e.g., ArtiosCAD, SolidWorks) and structural packaging design.Proven track record in sustainable packaging innovation and EPR compliance.Fluent in both creative and technical packaging development (2D/3D aesthetics and consumer-centric design), from design brief to execution.Strong leadership, vendor management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.As part of our principles, we are committed to supporting inclusion and diversity at tonies. We actively celebrate our colleagues’ different abilities, ethnicities, faith and gender. Everyone is welcome and supported in their development at all stages in their journey with us.Seniority levelDirectorEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionProduction and Supply ChainIndustriesTechnology, Information and Media #J-18808-Ljbffr