Head of Packaging

Seven Search and Selection Ltd; London; Hybrid; GBP 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Car allowance

Benefits package

Job summary

A dynamic food company in London is seeking a Head of Packaging to drive the packaging strategy and manage a high-performing team. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £110k, a performance-based bonus, and a car allowance. This position involves collaboration with retailers and innovative sustainability practices. Hybrid working is available, with expectations of 2-3 days in the office.

Qualifications

• Proven senior leadership experience in FMCG packaging.
• Strong track record in leading packaging teams.
• Experience in delivering sustainable packaging solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the packaging strategy for innovation and sustainability.
• Manage and develop a high-performing packaging team.
• Oversee packaging projects from concept to launch.

Skills

Leadership

Technical knowledge of packaging materials

Project management

Innovative thinking

Collaboration

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Overview

This is a head of packaging role with a base salary up to £110k plus package, hybrid working (2-3 days in Central London).

Base pay range

Head of Packaging
Hybrid – 2-3 days Central London
Up to £110k plus package

About the client

• Our client is a dynamic and growth-focused food company, recognised as a top supplier of leading brands and private-label products in the UK
• With a strong reputation for category-leading innovation across their brands and committed to delivering exceptional private-label products
• This is an organisation that thrives on energy and pace, with ambitious growth plans driven by a strong commitment to delivering outstanding category leadership

The Role – Head of Packaging

• Lead the future of packaging in FMCG.
• As Head of Packaging, you’ll set strategy, inspire a specialist team, and deliver innovation across sustainability, design, and industrialisation.
• Partnering with retailers and suppliers, this high-impact role offers visibility, influence, and the chance to shape packaging that drives performance, value, and environmental progress.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver the packaging strategy, driving innovation, sustainability, and competitive advantage.
• Manage, develop, and inspire a high-performing packaging team across multiple functions.
• Partner with stakeholders, suppliers, and retailers to deliver packaging solutions that meet commercial, technical, and sustainability goals.
• Oversee packaging development projects from concept to launch, ensuring cost efficiency, compliance, and best practice.

Ideal Candidate

• Proven senior leadership experience in FMCG packaging, driving strategy and delivery.
• Strong track record of leading and inspiring high-performing packaging teams.
• Deep technical knowledge of packaging materials, machinery, and design software (AutoCAD/SolidWorks).
• Experience delivering innovative, commercially viable and sustainable packaging solutions.
• Skilled in managing complex, cross-functional projects from concept to execution.
• Strong understanding of UK retailer packaging requirements and market trends.
• Passionate about sustainability, continuous improvement, and embedding best practice across packaging development.

Summary

• A high-profile leadership role in a fast-growing FMCG business.
• Up to £110K base salary, performance-based bonus (25% bonus); £9k car allowance and benefits package
• A dynamic, collaborative, and results-driven company culture.
• Opportunity to drive real impact and shape the future in a high-growth, category-leading environment.
• Hybrid working with flexibility; expectations 2-3 days in a central London office.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and drive the future of category insights, we want to hear from you! Apply now and take the next step in your career referencing 14/17477/7. Confidentiality assured.

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