Sophie Blackmore
About Sophie Blackmore
Sophie Blackmore is a Strategic Analyst at Berry Global, Inc., specializing in data modeling and material optimization in the plastics recycling industry. She has previous experience at Viridor and 3M, and holds a Master of Engineering in Chemical Engineering from Swansea University.
Work at Berry Global, Inc.
Sophie Blackmore has been employed at Berry Global, Inc. as a Strategic Analyst since 2021. In this role, she provides strategic support through data modeling and material optimization within the plastics recycling industry. Her responsibilities include commercial reporting, which aids in supporting strategic decisions at Berry Circular Polymers. This position allows her to leverage her expertise in the field to contribute to the company's sustainability initiatives.
Previous Experience in the Industry
Prior to her current role, Sophie Blackmore worked at Viridor as a Plastics Feedstock Analyst from 2019 to 2021. In this capacity, she focused on analyzing plastic feedstock, contributing to the company's recycling efforts. Additionally, she served as a Student Intern at 3M from 2018 to 2019 for eight months, where she gained practical experience in the industry. Earlier in her career, she held a position as an Office Assistant at Bristol Waste Company in 2015 and completed a month-long internship at Smurfit Kappa in 2016.
Education and Expertise
Sophie Blackmore studied at Swansea University, where she earned a Master of Engineering (MEng) degree in Chemical Engineering. Her studies spanned four years, from 2015 to 2019. This academic background provides her with a solid foundation in engineering principles, particularly in relation to materials and processes relevant to the plastics and recycling sectors.
Interest in Circular Economy
Sophie Blackmore has a keen interest in the Circular Economy and is actively involved in packaging improvement projects. Her focus on sustainable practices aligns with her work in the plastics recycling industry, where she seeks to enhance material optimization and contribute to more sustainable packaging solutions.