Marketing Manager - Sustainable Packaging (Flexible & Molded Fiber)

Pakka Inc. is seeking a Marketing Manager for Sustainable Packaging in Gresham, OR. The role involves developing brand strategies, creating content, supporting go-to-market initiatives, generating leads, and providing market insights. The ideal candidate will have 4-7 years of B2B marketing experience, with a focus on sustainability and innovation in packaging. This position requires collaboration with sales and R&D teams to enhance brand identity and drive customer acquisition.
About Pakka Inc.

Pakka Inc. is the U.S. arm of Pakka Ltd., a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. With over four decades of innovation in India and a rapidly growing presence in North America, we offer flexible packaging and molded fiber products that are redefining the industry. As we expand our U.S. footprint through outsourced production and prepare for domestic manufacturing in the next few years, we’re looking for a creative, high-energy Marketing Manager to help us build and position the most exciting sustainability brand in packaging.

Mission of the Role

Craft and execute compelling brand, content, and go-to-market strategies that position Pakka as a leading voice in sustainable packaging, fuel customer acquisition, and support sales growth across the U.S. market.

Key Responsibilities

1. Brand and Positioning Development
• Lead the evolution of Pakka's brand identity in the U.S. market.
• Build a narrative that connects sustainability, innovation, and performance in packaging.
• Ensure all marketing efforts communicate a consistent, differentiated brand voice.

2. Content Creation and Storytelling
• Develop engaging content: web copy, blogs, case studies, social posts, videos, and campaign assets.
• Translate technical information (e.g., molded fiber or flexible films) into customer-friendly messaging.
• Work closely with sales and R&D teams to highlight real-world impact stories and product success.

3. Go-To-Market (GTM) Support
• Collaborate with sales teams to launch new products and build campaign strategies.
• Design marketing collateral, sales enablement tools, and training material for flexible and molded fiber lines.
• Coordinate product launches and promotional rollouts across multiple channels.

4. Lead Generation and Demand Creation
• Run targeted digital campaigns (LinkedIn, email, SEO, content syndication) to generate qualified leads.
• Organize and support participation in trade shows, industry events, and sustainability summits.
• Track campaign performance and iterate for impact.

5. Market and Competitive Intelligence
• Stay on top of trends in packaging, foodservice, and sustainability.
• Benchmark competitors and help position Pakka ahead of the curve.
• Provide market feedback to product and sales teams.

6. Sustainability Storytelling
• Be the internal and external champion of Pakka’s sustainability mission.
• Craft messaging around compostability, bagasse-based materials, circular economy principles, etc.
• Ensure our environmental impact is clearly and credibly communicated.

7. Agency and Vendor Coordination
• Work with external creative teams, media buyers, and printers as needed.
• Manage budgets and timelines for campaign execution.

What Success Looks Like (Year 1–2)
• Build a powerful, recognizable brand in the U.S. sustainable packaging space.
• Launch multiple integrated marketing campaigns across flexible packaging and molded fiber lines.
• Support sales and distribution teams with creative, high-converting marketing assets.
• Generate consistent qualified leads through digital, event, and content marketing strategies.

Qualifications and Experience

1. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Design, or a related field. MBA or master’s is a plus

2. Experience:
• 4–7 years in B2B marketing, preferably in packaging, sustainability, or materials science.
• Demonstrated ability to craft campaigns from scratch and build brands from the ground up.
• Experience working with technical or industrial products is a strong plus.

3. Skills & Attributes:
• High energy, creative, entrepreneurial mindset with a hunger to make a mark.
• Strong storytelling, copywriting, and visual communication skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, build-as-you-go environment.
• Passion for sustainability, impact-driven business, and innovation.

What We Offer
• A chance to build a movement, not just a brand.
• Work directly with senior leadership in a startup-style U.S. team backed by a 40-year legacy.
• Competitive compensation, performance bonuses, and opportunity for growth.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person