Packaging Senior Specialist – Global Research and Development Expert for PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) Bottle Development – Nestlé Coffee

Location: Orbe, Switzerland
Work model: Hybrid / Full time
Contract type / duration: Permanent

Be a force for good and accelerate change that improves lives and the planet.

As a Packaging Senior Specialist – Global Research and Development Expert for PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) Bottle Development at Nestlé Coffee, your mission is to lead the development of innovative, competitive and scalable PET bottle solutions that respond to business, consumer and sustainability needs. You’ll make a difference by collaborating closely with packaging, research and development, technical, procurement, supply chain, factory and supplier partners across markets. This is your opportunity to take ownership, grow your expertise, and make a difference at scale.

How you’ll make an impact as a Packaging Senior Specialist – Global Research and Development Expert for PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) Bottle Development

• Leading the full PET bottle development journey, from early concepts and three-dimensional design through validation, piloting and factory implementation.
• Driving innovative packaging solutions that improve performance, quality, sustainability and consumer experience across global product categories.
• Building strong partnerships with suppliers to develop PET bottle, preform and closure solutions that can be scaled reliably in production.
• Delivering complex packaging projects on time and within budget by aligning technical priorities, timelines and key milestones.
• Sharing specialist knowledge with packaging and operations teams to strengthen capability, transfer learning and support better decision-making.
• Identifying new technologies and optimisation opportunities that help shape the future of the Nestlé bottle portfolio.

What will make you successful

• Holding a Master’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Mechanics, Processing, Packaging, Industrial Design or an equivalent field.
• Bringing strong knowledge of PET bottle and preform development, structural design, testing, validation and factory implementation.
• Applying packaging development expertise to improve bottle forming, barrier technologies, closure compatibility and circular design solutions.
• Coordinating cross-functional projects with internal teams, factories, suppliers and external partners in a global environment.
• Influencing stakeholders through clear communication, pragmatic problem-solving and the ability to turn technical ideas into scalable solutions.
• Communicating with working proficiency in English.
• Being open to travel up to 20% as part of the role.

• Demonstrating courage, collaboration, speed and continuous learning.

At Nestlé Coffee, we place people at the heart of everything we do.

Our benefits are designed to support your growth and wellbeing, so you can thrive at work and in life:

• Flexible working options, including hybrid work possibilities (for office based roles)
• Paid holidays beyond legal requirements
• Learning and development opportunities to grow your career
• Performance based bonus
• Healthcare contribution and access to the Employee Assistance Program
• Strong employer contribution to your pension plan
• Generous parental leave and comprehensive family support solutions
• Attractive employee discounts across various products and services

What to expect from our hiring process

We are committed to an inclusive and respectful hiring experience and are happy to provide reasonable accommodations if needed. Our workplaces are fully accessible and supported by a strong safety culture, with modern installations and procedures to ensure a safe environment for everyone.

The hiring process typically includes a video interview with Talent Acquisition, an interview with the hiring team, and a final discussion and offer. We review applications as they are received and close the role once a strong list of relevant candidates is identified, so we encourage you to apply early. All information is treated confidentially.

Stay vigilant: Nestlé will only contact candidates via official company email addresses and will never ask for payments or sensitive personal information at any stage of the hiring process.

Ready to Be a Force for Good?

Apply now and accelerate change that improves lives and the planet.