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Mar 2023
39m 35s

#16: Pete Baker, VP Human Resources and ...

ALCOTT GLOBAL
About this episode

Pete Baker is the Vice President for Human Resources and Communications at Amcor Rigid Packaging. 

Amcor is a world leader in manufacturing packaging for food, beverage, spirits, personal care, home care, and healthcare industries with 61 facilities in 12 countries.

Pete previously held senior HR roles at First Abu Dhabi Bank, AP Moller Maersk, and Procter &Gamble.  A native of Australia, Pete has lived in 9 countries throughout his career. Pete's passion for business is driving team effectiveness and leadership transformation. Pete started his career in sales before moving into HR and worked as a standup comedian for several years.

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Some of the highlights of the episode:

  • How Pete progressed from a commercial position to become a leader in the field of HR
  • Amcor’s biggest challenges in developing sustainable packaging designs
  • Empowering individuals and management to effectively handle certain difficulties within Amcor
  • The biggest challenge that supply chains in the packaging sector will face in the next 10 years
  • Advice for professionals wanting to make a career in supply chain and operations

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