Packaging Developer

Opportunity: Packaging Developer

Location: London

Why Greencore?

We’re a leading manufacturer of convenience food in the UK and our purpose is to make every day taste better. We’re a vibrant, fast-paced leading food manufacturer, employing around 13,600 colleagues across 16 manufacturing units and 17 distribution depots across the UK. We supply all the UK’s food retailers with everything from sandwiches, soups and sushi to cooking sauces, pickles and ready meals. In FY23, we generated revenues of £1.9bn. Our vast direct-to-store (DTS) distribution network, comprising of 17 depots nationwide, enables us to make over 10,400 daily deliveries of our own chilled and frozen produce and that of third parties.

We have an exciting opportunity based at our Bow site in London for a creative Packaging Developer.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• In this role, you will be responsible for developing new and improved packaging concepts that stand out on the shelves and enhance the customer experience.
• Your key responsibilities will include:

• Innovating and creating - Brainstorm with packaging suppliers to bring fresh, innovative ideas to life, ensuring our packaging solutions give us a competitive edge.
• Bringing ideas to reality - Transform concepts into practical, commercial solutions that are both visually stunning and functionally effective.
• Driving efficiency - Collaborate with our Group Purchasing team to integrate cost-saving efficiencies without compromising on quality.
• Ensuring feasibility - Present and test your packaging designs in real-world production environments, ensuring they meet manufacturing and production requirements.
• Championing sustainability - Stay ahead of industry trends and sustainability goals, integrating eco-friendly solutions into every design.
• Showcasing your work - Attend customer product submissions to present your innovative proposals and bring them to life with compelling graphical mock-ups.
• Supporting factory trials - Work closely with production teams to refine and perfect packaging designs for optimal performance.

What We’re Looking For:

We are looking for a packaging professional who can hit the ground running and bring fresh ideas to the table. The ideal candidate will have:

• At least two years’ experience in the food packaging industry.
• Creative flair - A love for colour, graphic design, and eye-catching packaging. Proficiency in Illustrator, Adobe Suite, or similar software is a big plus.
• Technical expertise - Strong knowledge in at least one food packaging substrate, such as carton board, flexible films, or thermoform.
• Problem-solving mindset - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, think on your feet, and handle multiple projects at once.
• Strong communication and presentation skills - Confidently present ideas and concepts to both internal teams and customers.
• Hands-on approach - Capable of creating physical mock-ups and briefing suppliers with confidence.

What’s in It for You?

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Holidays and pension up to 8% matched
• Company share save scheme
• Greencore Qualifications to invest in your professional growth
• Exclusive employee discount platform
• Access to our Wellbeing Centre, supporting your mental and physical health

At Greencore, we put our people at the heart of everything we do. We celebrate individuality and diversity, creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.

Ready to make a difference? Join us, grow with Greencore, and help us shape the future of food packaging.