Akash Deep Pal
Belvaux,Luxembourg
Summary
Experienced packaging professional with a Master’s degree in Packaging and over 13 years of experience in industries like FMCG, Nutraceutical and E-commerce. Skilled in packaging development and innovation, excel in leading complex projects and collaborating with diverse partners to deliver results. Monitoring scientific advancements in fiber based packaging and materials science, translating them into actionable opportunities. With a strong understanding of the Packaging Ecosystem and a commitment to sustainability, offer valuable insights to strategic decision-making. Building strong relationships and driving success in cross-regional projects.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Packaging Engineer
Amazon
Kirchberg, Luxembourg
03.2021 - Current
- Ensured seamless development and implementation of packaging innovations by engaging and coordinating with various stakeholders. In 2023, corrugate packaging projects has delivered savings of $ 17 MM.
- Managed operations of both internal and external packaging laboratories across EU region and reduce lead time of test results by 40%.
- Stayed updated on emerging technological and scientific advancements in fiber-based packaging, leveraging insights to drive continuous improvement and innovation.
- Collaborated with teams across different geographical regions, ensuring knowledge exchange and fostering synergies in packaging innovation efforts.
Program Manager, Packaging
Amazon
Bengaluru, India
11.2019 - 02.2021
- Applied technical expertise to troubleshoot and resolve challenges in packaging, mitigating customer concerns and damages in supply chain.
- Partnered with Operations, vendors and external labs to pilot and test paper tape in IN, reducing usage of plastics by 338 MT tons – vision 2020
- Initiated QMS testing in IN by collaborating with external lab. Setup process of internal QMS testing for incoming packaging material. Increased testing by 35 times, championed setting up internal packaging labs in India.
Associate Manager - Packaging
Amway
Gurgaon, India
01.2014 - 10.2019
- Won Amway Global Corporate R&D Annual Awards 2016 for achieving 98% RFT (Right First Time) during first year of Amway Madurai Plant - delivered saving of $3.2 MM
- Led Amway’s packaging technology transfer & development initiative. Successfully enabled manufacturing of 27 Nutrition and 15 Beauty & personal care products at Greenfield Madurai Facility generating business of over INR 15 BN
- Conceptualized and developed packaging of Amway Queens Cookware Set, Nutrilite Body Key and XS Whey Protein. Revenue generated - more than INR 1 BN
- Nominated for “Employee of the Year” in 2016 for investigating and specifying new packaging technologies & equipment to develop stick pack for protein powder - boosted sale of protein powder in India by 8%
Executive - Packaging Development
ITC Limited
Kolkata, India
10.2011 - 01.2015
- Created packaging of ITC’s Engage Deodorants (one of the leading deodorants in Indian market having brand value of INR 2.3 billion, Dec’15 – Nielsen), worked extensively on Brand Extension by introducing new packaging format
- Involved in vendor management (Vendor identification, qualification & capability enhancement), developed new vendor base for aerosols pump and actuator in India total savings - INR 17 MM
- Developed and delivered combo and promo packs -conducted 50+ line trials for products for brands like Fiama, Vivels & Superia to ascertain fit-to-use packaging (Tubes, Cartons, Laminates, Shrink Sleeves, Labels and Bottles) for launch & commercialization
Executive - Packaging Development
Parksons Packaging
Rudrapur, India
08.2010 - 09.2011
- Designed and developed various carton style with value addition on printing and aesthetics to reduce TAT as per the client’s brief and marketing requirement. Developed Gillette cartridge carton in India to increased business by INR 12 MM
- Led value engineering projects to optimize print layout, save board cost. Total saving realized - INR 8 MM INR at plant
Education
Masters of Packaging Technology - Packaging Science
Indian Institute of Packaging
India 06.2008 - 07.2010
Bachelor of Pharmacy - Pharmaceutical Science
Rajiv Gandhi Technical University
India 06.2004 - 05.2008
Skills
- Effective Communication
- Packaging Engineering
- Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG)
- Retail/E-Commerce
- Sustainability
- Program Management
- Problem-solving
Languages
English
Fluent
Hindi
Native
Certification
SCRUM certified.
Proficient in artiosCAD, SQL, PLM
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
Design is not just what it looks like and feels like. Design is how it works.
Steve Jobs
Timeline
Packaging Engineer
Amazon
03.2021 - Current
Program Manager, Packaging
Amazon
11.2019 - 02.2021
Associate Manager - Packaging
Amway
01.2014 - 10.2019
Executive - Packaging Development
ITC Limited
10.2011 - 01.2015
Executive - Packaging Development
Parksons Packaging
08.2010 - 09.2011
Masters of Packaging Technology - Packaging Science
Indian Institute of Packaging
06.2008 - 07.2010
Bachelor of Pharmacy - Pharmaceutical Science
Rajiv Gandhi Technical University
06.2004 - 05.2008
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