First and foremost I'm a packaging specialist and EXPERIENCED DRINKS / FMCG PACKAGING Professional currently specialising in customer application of industrial U Bend paper drinking straws. My extensive knowledge of SIG and TETRA straw applicators allows me to offer extensive and in depth trial support to assist and advise in all aspects of the legal requirement to switch from plastic to paper straws by mid 2021.Full trial reports, specification inception and alteration, worldwide travel and ongoing support are part of a specialised service offered by Transcend Packaging to new and current customers alike. My journey as a highly experienced Packaging Professional first started with my passion for improving processes. After completing a degree in Sports Science, I gained valuable experience within operations and client management.I joined Refresco in 2011 to oversee the engineering stores and later move to Refresco Beverages where I was in charge of ensuring all packaging for new products achieves manufacturing performance by providing cost effective solutions. I was later promoted for delivering exceptional performance. I presently successfully manage the implementation of packaging. Additionally, I operate with high-level attention resulting in business profitability as well as deliver strategic planning, ensuring projects are completed within budget and often well before deadlines.Highlights of my experience and skills: Impeccable ability to initiate and implement new packaging projects with successful delivery.  A leader with exceptional ability to delegate, motivate and communicate effectively leading to improved performance. Focused on performance management, improving efficiencies, reducing employee relations issues via delivery of targeted training.  Develop and maintain close working relationships with the relevant customer & wider internal teams. Excellent at problem resolution, planning, monitoring, reporting, resource management, quality and risk management to ensure excellent service delivery. Meeting and exceeding Project Key Performance Indicators.  Experienced in communicating effectively with a wide range of stakeholders. Reliable, flexible and adaptable with the ability to work effectively under pressure. Investigate and analyse risk and implement measures to mitigate problems. Demonstrable experience in end to end Project Management.