WestRock Company

Lead regional operations, develop strategic plans, oversee manufacturing and logistics, and drive operational excellence. | Over 15 years of professional experience with cross-functional leadership in manufacturing, sales, safety, and financial management, with proven ability to lead high-performing teams. | Description & Requirements Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward. The Opportunity As Senior Vice President, you will lead your region by creating and communicating strategy and empowering a high-performing leadership team to deliver exceptional sales, production, logistics, safety, HR, finance, and compliance results. You will shape and execute bold plans that fuel growth, profitability, talent development, and operational excellence. Through collaboration and developing clear priorities, you will inspire leaders to pursue ambitious goals, foster a high-performing culture, and achieve financial targets. As a key enterprise leader, you will play a critical role in advancing the organization’s competitive edge and creating lasting value. Direct Reports • Area Leaders – Operations Vice Presidents (5) • Regional VP, Commercial (1) • Director, Human Resources (1) • Director, Process Improvement (1) How You Will Impact Smurfit Westrock • People Leadership: Build and cultivate high-performing leadership teams to include operations, sales, HR, process improvement, and innovation ensuring alignment with division goals. Embrace and teach the owner-operator model. Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and inclusion, empowering leaders and employees to deliver exceptional results and realize their potential. Lead change management when needed and create an adaptable organization that wins in a dynamic market. Conduct performance management, development, and succession activities. • Strategic Leadership: Develop and articulate a clear and compelling regional vision that aligns directly with the division’s overarching objectives. Focus on driving strategies designed to ensure sustained, long-term growth and profitability for the region. Actively analyze market trends and competitive dynamics to identify new opportunities and grow market share. • Operational Excellence: Oversee all manufacturing, supply chain, and logistics operations across 25 sites, ensuring seamless coordination and high performance. Implement continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean and Six Sigma to drive efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance productivity. Maintain strict adherence to safety, environmental, and regulatory standards, fostering a culture of compliance and operational discipline. • Financial Management: Assume full P&L responsibility for the region, ensuring financial targets are met or exceeded. Drive margin improvement through disciplined cost control, pricing strategies, and operational efficiencies. Manage capital investments and allocate resources strategically to support growth initiatives and operational enhancements. • Customer & Commercial Focus: Strengthen strategic relationships with key accounts and partners, ensuring customer satisfaction and loyalty. Collaborate closely with sales and marketing teams to deliver innovative, customer-centric solutions that meet evolving market needs and drive revenue growth. • Innovation & Sustainability: Champion product innovation and the development of sustainable packaging solutions that differentiate the company in the marketplace. Ensure all initiatives align with ESG goals and corporate sustainability commitments, positioning the region as a leader in responsible manufacturing. • Risk & Crisis Management: Proactively identify and mitigate operational risks to safeguard business continuity. In times of crisis, lead with decisiveness and clarity, ensuring rapid response and effective communication to minimize impact and restore stability. What You Need To Succeed • Bachelor’s degree required (Business or related field preferred) • 15+ years of relevant professional experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience • 10 years of cross-functional leadership in Sales, Manufacturing, Safety, Quality, Environmental Compliance, and Financial Management • Proven experience in empowering high-performing teams and shaping a strong, inclusive culture that drives engagement, accountability, and results across multiple functions • Proven ability to drive earnings, improve volume, and reduce costs • Demonstrated commitment to customer and employee satisfaction • Strong communication, relationship-building, and presentation skills Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Performing manufacturing tasks on a packaging line, following safety and process procedures, and handling materials. | High school diploma or equivalent, prior manufacturing experience preferred, ability to lift 40-50 pounds, and pass a drug screen. | Job Summary: Job involves general manufacturing activity on our packaging line where we manufacture packaging products for a number of consumer packaging customers. Responsibility - Able to work safely in a fast-paced work environment. - Follow all established processes and procedures. - Ability to work safely and follow all safety regulations and practices. - Follows specific directions. - Picks up parts, paper, objects, and residue off the floor and around workstation. - Performs other duties as assigned. - Ability to lift 40 -- 50 pounds consistently, as well as pushing, pulling, manipulated knobs and buttons. - Ability to successfully pass a drug screen. Education & Work Experience High school diploma or equivalent // prior manufacturing experience preferred. Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity, and respect, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Job Summary: Job involves general manufacturing activity on our packaging line where we manufacture packaging products for a number of consumer packaging customers. Responsibility - Able to work safely in a fast-paced work environment. - Follow all established processes and procedures. - Ability to work safely and follow all safety regulations and practices. - Follows specific directions. - Picks up parts, paper, objects, and residue off the floor and around workstation. - Performs other duties as assigned. - Ability to lift 40 -- 50 pounds consistently, as well as pushing, pulling, manipulated knobs and buttons. - Ability to successfully pass a drug screen. Education & Work Experience High school diploma or equivalent // prior manufacturing experience preferred. Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity, and respect, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Lead a multidisciplinary team to deliver innovative packaging solutions, coordinate with sales and design teams, and ensure customer satisfaction through strategic project and team management. | Bachelor's degree in design, technical, business or engineering, 5+ years in design or technical roles, strong leadership, communication, analytical skills, and ability to work cross-functionally. | General Information Posting Job Title Experience Center Manager Locations TX SK Dallas Experience Center Employment Type Full Time Date Posted 01-Aug-2025 Description & Requirements Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward. The Experience Center Manager is a strategic leader responsible for connecting customer needs with impactful packaging solutions across multiple categories, including cost take-out, e-commerce, sustainability, and shelf improvement. This role demands a business-savvy and customer-obsessed individual who thrives on collaboration with the sales force and design teams to ensure exceptional customer satisfaction. The manager will lead a multidisciplinary team to deliver both structural and graphic packaging innovations, leveraging insights from diverse market segments to create value-added solutions. This position requires strong project management skills, a proactive mindset, and the ability to coordinate with multiple plants and stakeholders. The Experience Center Manager will also inspire R&D initiatives within the team, exploring and developing new tools that position Smurfit WestRock at the forefront of innovation. Strong communication skills and a problem-solving mentality are essential to translate complex challenges into clear, customer-centric outcomes Primary Duties • Ensures alignment with the Marketing team and guarantees that all established processes for bringing customers to the Experience Center are followed and continuously optimized. • Fosters a positive work environment based on trust, respect, and collaboration, aligned with company policies. • Ensures the team has the right skills, encourages their development, promotes flexibility, and provides ongoing support. • Drives a culture of continuous learning through relevant trainings (e.g., SK Performance Packaging, Insight Training, BET). • Builds a customer-centric culture focused on delivering outstanding experiences. • Leads the team in developing innovative, insight-driven design solutions that set new industry standards. • Actively promotes SW tools like PackExpert, Innobook, and Paper to Box at every customer touchpoint. • Ensures contingency plans are in place for all top customer projects. • Facilitates effective, professional communication across internal teams and external stakeholders. • Defines KPIs for the Design & Technical team, monitors progress, and provides monthly updates to management. • Supports sales teams with design solutions for both existing and prospective customers. • Coordinates all team activities and resources to meet customer deadlines efficiently. • Streamlines workflows between the Design and Technical teams to improve productivity and service quality. • Ensures design-related standards, policies, and procedures are up to date and consistently applied. • Regularly reviews and enhances functional processes to ensure alignment with business needs. • Identifies and resolves issues impacting service, efficiency, or team performance. • Actively supports commercial efforts by preparing samples and materials for customer engagements. Job Qualifications • Written and verbal communication skills English required • Bachelor's degree (design, technical, business, engineering) • 5+ years' experience in design and or technical • Excellent interpersonal & communication skills (verbal and written), dealing with individuals at all levels; comfortable to represent the company in the best possible light • High energy, with the ability to work in fast-paced environment • Proven leadership skills and ability to motivate & develop both senior and junior level staff • Proficient in Microsoft Office (advanced excel), and design programs • Self-motivated and committed individual, strong work ethic • Excellent analytical skills, methodical approach and commercial acumen • Ability to work with various departments (sales, operations, finance) to resolve challenges • Capable of building strong relationships internally and externally (e.g. key customers etc.) • Able to drive team to continuously improve processes and foster good working relationships • Capable of stepping back and let the direct reports handle day to day issues with their teams • Ability to effectively engage internal and external Customers during the lifecycle of a product/project • Ability to work against strict deadlines and deliver on time • Capable of prioritizing various tasks among team • Provide sound information to Regional Sales Manager, Sales Manager and General Manager, supporting them in their decision making process Display well developed organizational skills, demonstrate initiative & judgment and a proven record of service excellence Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.