The Hain Celestial Group

The Packaging Manager leads packaging initiatives, ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines while managing multiple projects. They also support new product launches and sustainability objectives, contributing to the long-term innovation pipeline. | Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in a related field and a minimum of 7 years of experience in packaging. Experience with sustainability, commercialization processes, and project management is also required. | Location: Remote with requirement to travel for business needs.   Role Purpose The Packaging Manager plays a critical role in developing, optimizing, and commercializing packaging solutions across Hain Celestial’s global portfolio. This role delivers packaging innovation from concept to launch, drives sustainability initiatives, and partners cross-functionally to ensure packaging supports quality, cost, manufacturing, and customer requirements. The role also helps develop standard ways of working within the packaging team and contributes to the long-term innovation and productivity pipeline.   Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Lead packaging initiatives in partnership with cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines. * Manage multiple packaging projects simultaneously and prioritize activities that drive the strongest ROI. * Support new product launches, packaging updates to existing products, and sustainability objectives. * Ensure timely execution of all packaging activities across relevant projects. * Build and maintain detailed development timelines for packaging-related workstreams. * Identify, recommend, and execute cost-saving initiatives across components, processes, and manufacturing efficiency. * Support supplier transitions involving new packaging materials or formats. * Manage packaging data inputs and documentation for finished goods. * Support manufacturing trials and first production runs, providing on-site technical expertise when required. * Create trial protocols, success criteria, and documentation standards for all test activities. * Properly plan, coordinate, and report on all trials, ensuring issues are identified promptly and corrective actions are implemented. * Contribute thought leadership to packaging sustainability strategy, including sustainability metrics, reporting, and database management. * Partner collaboratively across teams, share resources, and build strong relationships that support successful execution. Qualifications Education and/or Experience Required: * Bachelor’s degree in Package Engineering, Packaging Science, or a related field * Minimum of 7 years of experience in a packaging role * Experience with commercialization processes and stage-gate systems * Experience designing packaging solutions that incorporate sustainability, manufacturability, shelf presence, and product protection * General understanding of package testing methodologies (e.g., ISTA/ASTM) * Proven ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and adapt to shifting priorities * Ability to travel up to 33%   Preferred: * FMCG (fast-moving consumer goods) industry experience * Experience driving packaging sustainability strategy and reporting * Experience supporting global teams and complex cross-functional environments   Competencies and Proficiency Requirements * Strong collaboration and teamwork skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional partners * Rigorous problem-solving mindset with a business-oriented approach * High attention to detail, strong organizational ability, and ability to work independently * Commitment to continuous improvement and personal development * Strong accountability, follow-through, and ability to deliver work the right way, not just the easy way * Openness to diverse perspectives; supports inclusive behaviors and learning from others * Commitment to sustainable practices and environmental responsibility   Scope Financial/Budgetary Responsibility: May contribute to cost-saving initiatives and packaging-related budget recommendations. Team Size: No direct reports; collaborates heavily with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and manufacturing sites. Conditions of Role: * Travel Requirements: Up to 33% * Physical Conditions: Primarily remote based, with occasional office presence. Work Environment: Office, manufacturing plant, and supplier environments as needed Compensation and Benefits: * $81,000 -$125,000 / year USD (commensurate with experience and location) * Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Coverage * Flexible spending accounts * Disability coverage * Life insurance * Critical illness and accident insurance * Legal and identity protection insurance * Pet insurance * Employee assistance program * Commuter benefits * Tuition assistance * Adoption assistance * 401(k) * PTO * Parental Leave   Hain Celestial is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. The Company does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, expression, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need accommodations for any part of the employment process because of a disability, please send an e-mail to talent@hain.com or call 516-587-5000 to let us know the nature of your request. EEO/AA/M/F/Veteran/Disabled

Analyze and optimize the Record-to-Report cycle using Oracle EPM and ERP systems, collaborating with IT and finance teams, and developing KPIs. | Experience with Oracle EPM, ERP systems like JD Edwards, Adage, Infor M3, Softline, and strong analytical skills in financial process improvement. | Role Purpose: The Business Process Excellence Manager, specializing in Oracle EPM and Record-to-Report processes, focuses on optimizing financial planning, consolidation, and reporting. This role leverages Oracle EPM solutions alongside local ERP systems such as JD Edwards, Adage, Infor M3, and Softline to enhance the Record-to-Report (R2R) cycle.   Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Analyze and optimize the R2R process using Oracle EPM and local ERP systems like JD Edwards, Adage, Infor M3, and Softline. * Partner with the Information Technology team to ensure seamless integration of Oracle EPM solutions with local ERP systems to streamline financial reporting and closing processes. * Collaborate with finance and IT teams to align Oracle EPM and local ERP tools with R2R best practices. * Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) specific to the R2R cycle across multiple ERP platforms. * Provide training and support on Oracle EPM and local ERP systems for R2R processes. * Stay updated on the latest Oracle EPM developments and incorporate them into the R2R strategy. Qualifications Education and/or Experience: Required: * Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Information Systems, or a related field (Master’s preferred). * Proven experience with Oracle EPM and familiarity with local ERP systems like JD Edwards, Adage, Infor M3, and Softline. * Certifications in Oracle EPM or related systems are a plus. * Strong analytical skills and experience in financial process improvement across multiple ERP platforms. * Ability to troubleshoot process failures and work with interested parties to identify and resolve root causes.   Competencies and Proficiency Requirements: Process Optimization & Analysis * Deep understanding of the Record-to-Report (R2R) cycle * Ability to analyze and streamline financial planning, consolidation, and reporting processes Technical Expertise * Proficiency in Oracle EPM and integration with ERP systems such as JD Edwards, Adage, Infor M3, and Softline * Familiarity with financial systems architecture and data flow Cross-Functional Collaboration * Strong partnership skills with IT and Finance teams * Ability to align tools and processes with business goals and best practices Performance Measurement * Experience developing and monitoring KPIs specific to financial processes * Ability to use metrics to drive continuous improvement Training & Support * Capability to educate and support users on Oracle EPM and ERP systems * Strong communication and documentation skills Continuous Learning * Staying current with Oracle EPM updates and incorporating innovations into strategy   Scope: Financial/Budgetary Responsibility: encompasses strategic, technical, and operational responsibilities focused on optimizing financial processes.   Conditions of Role: * Travel Requirements: Minimum travel * Physical Conditions:  Standard Office Environment * Work Environment: Remote Working Role Compensation and Benefits * $96,000 - $122,000 /year (commensurate with experience and location) * Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Coverage * Flexible spending accounts * Disability coverage * Life insurance * Critical illness and accident insurance * Legal and identity protection insurance * Pet insurance * Employee assistance program * Commuter benefits * Tuition assistance * Adoption assistance * 401(k) * PTO Hain Celestial is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. The Company does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, expression, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.   If you need accommodations for any part of the employment process because of a disability, please send an e-mail to talent@hain.com or call 516-587-5000 to let us know the nature of your request. #LI-MC1