James Taylor
About James Taylor
James Taylor serves as the Marketing and Product Development Director for Specialties EMEIA at Berry Global, Inc. He has extensive experience in marketing and product management across various roles in multiple companies, including Georgia-Pacific LLC and Fiberweb plc.
Work at Berry Global
James Taylor has held multiple roles at Berry Global, Inc. since joining the company in 2014. He currently serves as the Marketing and Product Development Director for Specialties EMEIA, a position he has held since 2020 in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. Prior to this role, he was the Sales & Marketing Director for Wipes EMEIA from 2016 to 2017 and the Director of Product Marketing for Wipes EMEA from 2014 to 2017. His responsibilities have included overseeing marketing strategies and product development initiatives within the company.
Previous Experience at Georgia-Pacific LLC
Before joining Berry Global, James Taylor worked at Georgia-Pacific LLC in various capacities. He served as a Trade Marketing Manager for GB AFH from 2009 to 2010 in Sheffield, United Kingdom, and as a Sales Account Manager for Healthcare GB from 2008 to 2009. Additionally, he held the position of Category Manager EMEA from 2011 to 2013 and worked as a Product Manager EMEA from 2010 to 2011 in Brussels Area, Belgium. His diverse roles contributed to his expertise in trade marketing and sales management.
Education and Expertise
James Taylor earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services from Sheffield Hallam University, where he studied from 2005 to 2009. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his career in marketing and product development. He has developed a comprehensive business perspective through his experiences across various commercial and strategic functions.
Background in Marketing Management
James Taylor's career includes significant experience in marketing management. He worked as the Marketing Manager for Geosynthetics EMEA at Fiberweb plc from 2013 to 2014 in Maldon, UK. His roles have involved strategic planning and business development, which he integrates into his current position at Berry Global. His open-minded approach allows him to work across various business functions, enhancing his overall business acumen.
Leadership and Collaboration Skills
James Taylor brings an enthusiastic and entrepreneurial perspective to his roles, enhancing his leadership and team collaboration skills. His passion for business development and strategic planning is evident in his work at Berry Global, where he focuses on integrating these elements into product marketing and development. His ability to collaborate effectively with teams has contributed to successful outcomes in his projects.