Development Manager, Core Label Materials

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We are looking for a Development Manager, Core Label Materials to join our Product Development and Innovations team in one of the UPM Adhesive Materials locations in Poland, or in Finland.

Greetings from your future manager

“Are you interested in developing and improving product solutions for our Core labelstock segment—our largest and most dynamic business area? If so, I’m excited to welcome you as a key member of our Product Development & Innovation team. This is a great opportunity to work in an agile business with a fast-paced and impact-driven environment.” – Ismo Pietari, Director, Product Development and Innovations EMEIA

What you will do

• Manage significant Product Development portfolio for monetary impact by prioritizing the ideas and ensuring the speed of implementation

• Run key projects for Core labelstock segment area

• Be responsible for technical ownership, management and further development of product portfolio for Core Label Materials – in details for Food, HPC, Beverage, Logistics, Retail end uses

• Be responsible for gathering the necessary PD & Innovation information for idea preparations, project progress follow-up and portfolio management

• Be in charge of benchmarking products and cooperation with industrial stakeholders for understanding the product performance

• Communicate actively with Core Label Materials Market team and other stakeholders

Who you are

• You have a higher education (bachelor’s or master’s degree) in Engineering or in Chemistry

• You have knowledge of standard paper and film label products, customers and end users demands

• You have experience of working with PSL and component technology, production, converting and labeling processes

• You have analytical skills, knowledge of logical problem solving, and project and team leadership skills

• You understand business strategies, objectives and how PD & Innovation promote the realization of the targets

• You show initiative and innovation and can prioritize and organize own work

• You present good collaboration skills and ability to work in teams

• You have good communication skills in English; knowledge of other languages will be considered an asset

This is what we offer to you 

• A meaningful job: We have an inspiring purpose “We renew the everyday for a future beyond fossils”. Our work is impactful and transformative.  

• A caring community: Our community is built on great team spirit and shared commitment. We care about each other and the well-being of our colleagues. We support the work-life balance of all our employees. 

• Development opportunities: We offer you great opportunities to learn and grow throughout your career. We are an international, multi-business organization offering plenty of avenues for personal growth. 

• Responsible employer: Sustainability is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to ambitious, science-based sustainability targets in all areas, from climate change mitigation to enhancing biodiversity. We foster diversity and inclusivity, offering a work environment in which everyone can be themselves. 

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Additional information about the position 

This position is located in Nowa Wieś Wrocławska, Poland or Tampere, Finland.

This position offers a hybrid working model, combining remote work from home with regular on-site collaboration.

The position holder will report to Ismo Pietari, Director, Product Development & Innovation, EMEIA.

For further information about the role, please Ismo Pietari, Director, Product Development & Innovation, EMEIA, at ismo.pietari@upm.com.

How to apply 

To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter by July 15, 2026. Please note that we accept only applications submitted through our online application system. We begin reviewing applications as they are received, and you may be contacted before the application deadline.

For support with submitting your application, please contact our HR

Service Center at careers@upm.com or tel.+48123999499. 

Learn more about how to apply from our Careers page. 

Country-specific information 

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UPM is a non-smoking workplace in Finland.

UPM business information 

UPM Adhesive Materials provides high-performance, innovative self-adhesive products, including label materials, graphics solutions, and specialty tapes, as well as reliable services close to customers. We are one of UPM’s fastest-growing global businesses employing around 3,300 professionals. In 2025, our sales reached nearly €1.7 billion ($1.95 billion). Read more: adhesivematerials.upm.com 

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