At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead innovative packaging projects and collaborate with universities and startups.
- Company: Join British American Tobacco, a global leader in creating a smokeless world.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, performance bonuses, flexible holidays, and health plans.
- Other info: Embrace a culture of inclusion and continuous growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in sustainability and innovation within a dynamic team.
- Qualifications: Deep expertise in packaging materials and experience in FMCG innovation.
The predicted salary is between 35550 - 43450 £ per year.
BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow™ by Building a Smokeless World. To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey!
British American Tobacco UK has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Packaging Manager Fixed Term in Southampton.
Key Objectives and Expectations:
- Responsible for the development, validation, and delivery of a portfolio of technical packaging discovery projects, requiring an exceptional understanding of a broad range of packaging materials, processing technologies, and packaging solutions.
- Show thought leadership and technical excellence in packaging and packaging materials, especially in innovation, sustainability, and circularity.
- Experience working with Universities, Start-ups, and established suppliers is crucial, along with a strong background in FMCG companies delivering materials innovation.
Direct Impact:
The Role holder will be the go-to expert on packaging materials and processing, delivering technical excellence and robust science.
Key Responsibilities:
- Technical leadership to all business areas relating to specific and complex Packaging Discovery projects.
- Leading scouting activities to find new opportunities in relevant development areas, specifically in new materials.
- Lead Technical Review meetings from a technical perspective.
- Co-ordinate with procurement the introduction of new suppliers; provide technical input for tenders, new supplier identification, and qualification.
- Own tech block delivery, where needed.
- Support IP delivery for packaging.
What We Are Looking For:
- Demonstrate deep technical and scientific expertise across packaging materials, with a strong understanding of packaging innovation and the IP landscape.
- Deliver complex packaging development projects effectively, handling multiple tasks and meeting defined timelines.
- Apply validated knowledge of mass manufacturing and assembly processes across a range of packaging formats.
- Leverage external partnerships, including experience working with universities, startups, and other innovation ecosystems, to drive packaging advancements.
- Demonstrate leadership in scouting, ideating, and integrating innovative solutions into the discovery project pipeline.
- Collaborate effectively with internal and external partners on complex projects, supported by excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Apply strong Microsoft Office expertise and Packaging Action Standards to deliver high-quality, consistent project outcomes.
- Materials science based degree or equivalent experience.
What We Offer You:
- Market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility).
- Diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives.
- Access to online learning platforms and personalised growth programs to nurture your leadership skills.
- Continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes.
Benefits:
- Meal Voucher/Canteen as per location.
- Private Pension.
- Life & Health Insurance.
- Yearly bonus based on the ABS.
- Family support policy.
- Office perks.
- Flexible policy as per agreed Second Level agreement.
Why Join BAT?
We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions. Collaboration, inclusion, and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are committed to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of background.
We see career breaks as opportunities, not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce.
If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us.
Senior Packaging Manager Fixed Term in Southampton employer: The British American Tobacco Group
British American Tobacco UK is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Chiswick, London, where innovation and collaboration thrive. With a commitment to employee growth, we provide access to online learning platforms and personalised development programmes, ensuring that your career progression is not just a goal but a reality. Our inclusive culture, recognised as a Global Top Employer, fosters diversity and supports individuals from all backgrounds, making it a truly rewarding place to work.
Contact Details:
The British American Tobacco Group Recruitment Team
