At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead packaging innovation and manage supplier relationships in a fresh produce business.
- Company: Dynamic fresh produce company focused on sustainability and innovation.
- Benefits: Hybrid working, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with a focus on continuous improvement and new ideas.
- Why this job: Take ownership of packaging strategy and make a real impact in a growing business.
- Qualifications: Experience in packaging, food manufacturing, or FMCG with strong organisational skills.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ 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. What's in it for you? 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. Key responsibilities include: 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.About You 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, 2 from home.If you're looking for a role where you can take ownership, influence packaging strategy and be part of a growing business, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now
Packaging Manager in Spalding employer: MorePeople
Join a leading UK food manufacturing business in Quarrington, where you will thrive in a dynamic work environment that values innovation and teamwork. With a structured shift pattern and a strong focus on employee development, this role offers excellent opportunities for continuous improvement and career growth, making it an ideal place for skilled Electrical Engineers looking to make a meaningful impact in the FMCG sector.
We think you need these skills to ace Packaging Manager in Spalding
Packaging Development
Supplier Relationship Management
Cost Optimisation
Sustainability Initiatives
Project Management
Artwork Management
Knowledge of Packaging Materials
