At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead packaging innovation and manage supplier relationships in a fresh produce business.
- Company: Join a successful and growing fresh produce company that values new ideas.
- Benefits: Enjoy a varied role with hybrid working and opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Other info: Collaborate with diverse teams and stay updated on packaging trends and technologies.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on sustainability and product quality in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in packaging, food manufacturing, or FMCG is essential.
The predicted salary is between 37800 - 46200 £ per year.
Are you an experienced Packaging professional looking for your next challenge?
We're recruiting a Packaging Manager to join a successful and growing fresh produce business.
This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of the packaging function, leading development projects, building supplier relationships and driving innovation across the business.
Working closely with Commercial, Technical and Operations teams, you'll play a key role in improving packaging performance, supporting sustainability initiatives and ensuring products consistently meet customer expectations.
Benefits
- A varied role with responsibility across the full packaging function.
- The opportunity to lead packaging innovation and continuous improvement projects.
- Work closely with teams across the business and key supplier partners.
- Join a growing business that values new ideas and long-term development.
The Role
As Packaging Manager, you'll lead the development, sourcing and continuous improvement of packaging solutions, ensuring quality, availability and cost efficiency remain at the forefront.
- Managing the sourcing, availability and stock levels of packaging materials.
- Building strong supplier relationships and ensuring continuity of supply.
- Delivering packaging cost‑saving and optimisation projects.
- Leading packaging development to improve shelf life, reduce waste and enhance presentation.
- Managing packaging artwork from concept through to print approval.
- Supporting product launches, packaging trials and sustainability initiatives.
- Keeping up to date with packaging trends, legislation and new technologies.
Qualifications
You'll have experience within packaging, fresh produce, food manufacturing or FMCG, along with a good understanding of packaging materials and supply chains.
You'll be organised, commercially minded and enjoy working collaboratively to deliver practical solutions.
Working Pattern
Monday to Friday. Hybrid working, 3 days in the office and 2 from home.
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