Packaging Manager
Near Tonbridge, Kent
£38,000 - £42,000 per annum
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (40 hours per week)
Fresh Produce / FMCG Manufacturing
Are you an experienced Packaging or Supply Chain professional looking for a high-impact leadership role within a fast-paced environment?
About the Role
A leading business in the fresh produce industry is seeking a proactive Packaging Manager to lead their packaging function, store team, and box-making operations near Tonbridge. Reporting to the Head of Technical & Packaging, you will take full ownership of sourcing materials, stock control, supplier management, and team leadership to keep production running seamlessly.
Key Responsibilities
- Source packaging, labels, and indirect materials, balancing quality, cost, and service level agreements while driving sustainable cost-saving initiatives.
- Manage, mentor, and schedule operatives, store personnel, and box-making operations to meet daily production demand safely and efficiently.
- Oversee stock valuations, review forecasts, control replenishment, manage obsolete stock, and maintain accurate SAP material codes to prevent downtime.
- Ensure full compliance with BRC standards, food safety regulations, hygiene requirements, and internal traceability procedures.
- Resolve supplier quality issues, manage equipment performance, and continuous improvement across the packaging operation.
Your Skills & Experience
- Proven experience in packaging, procurement, or supply chain management within Food, Fresh Produce, FMCG, or Manufacturing environments.
- Strong expertise in stock control, forecasting, purchasing, and ERP/SAP systems.
- Solid understanding of food safety, hygiene, traceability, and BRC audit standards.
- Practical experience managing, training, and developing operational teams.
- Excellent planning, numerical, and problem-solving skills with a commercial and safety-first mindset.
What's on Offer
- Salary: £38,000 - £42,000 dependent on experience
- Holiday: 33 days annual leave (6.6 weeks including bank holidays)
- Pension scheme & optional company share scheme
- Medicash & Death in Service benefit
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) & Cycle to Work scheme
- Free on-site parking
- Excellent learning and development opportunities
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Packaging Manager employer: D R Newitt & Associates
Join a dynamic and collaborative team at a leading manufacturer in Lancashire, where your sales expertise will be valued and rewarded. With a competitive salary of circa £25k plus OTE commission, you'll benefit from a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth through training and future progression opportunities. This is an excellent opportunity for motivated individuals looking to make a meaningful impact in a thriving industry.
