Packaging Account Manager

Kairos Recruitment; Kirklees; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier of packaging solutions in the UK is seeking an Account Manager. The role involves managing packaging projects, ensuring accuracy during the process, and building relationships with international suppliers. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, has strong communication skills, and is eager to learn. Excellent training opportunities and international travel are included, offering a supportive team environment and long-term career potential.

Benefits

Excellent training and development opportunities

International travel

Supportive team environment

Long-term career potential

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Experience in customer service or packaging roles is beneficial but not essential.
• Willingness to travel internationally.

Responsibilities

• Manage packaging projects from artwork review to final approval.
• Check artwork, proofs, and specifications for accuracy.
• Build relationships with global suppliers.
• Provide updates and technical support to customers.
• Maintain accuracy and attention to detail.
• Support improvements to service and quality.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Account Manager

Location: Bradford
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Dependant on Experience

About the Opportunity

We're recruiting on behalf of a leading supplier of printed and plain packaging films and pouches used by major food manufacturers. Our client has strong global partnerships and prides themselves on delivering high-quality packaging and exceptional customer service. They are now looking for a Technical Packaging Coordinator to support their continued growth.

The Role

This is a varied, hands‑on role where no two days are the same. You'll be involved in the full packaging process - from artwork review to attending print runs and approving final production. The position includes regular communication with international suppliers and offers opportunities to travel abroad to Europe and the Far East.

Full training will be provided in print processes, material properties, and supplier/customer relationship management.

What You'll Be Doing

• Managing packaging projects from artwork review through to final approval
• Checking artwork, proofs, and specifications for accuracy
• Building strong relationships with global suppliers
• Providing updates and technical support to customers
• Maintaining high levels of accuracy and attention to detail
• Supporting ongoing improvements to service and quality

Who We're Looking For

• Someone with a positive attitude who enjoys learning and problem‑solving
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• A good eye for detail and accuracy
• Willingness to travel internationally
• Experience in customer service, purchasing, packaging, printing, or creative/technical roles (beneficial but not essential - training will be provided)

Why This Role

• Excellent training and development opportunities
• International travel as part of the role
• Supportive team environment
• Long‑term career potential within a growing business
• A role where your contribution genuinely impacts customer satisfaction