Packaging Design Manager - Head Office

LIDL; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 57,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in the UK is looking for an experienced Packaging Manager to oversee the packaging design lifecycle. You will manage branding, collaborate with suppliers, and ensure effective communication among teams. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills and a creative flair, with knowledge of design software like Adobe Creative Suite. This position offers a hybrid working model, competitive salary, and generous benefits including holidays and discounts.

Benefits

35 days holiday

10% in-store discount

Sabbatical

Enhanced family leave

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven Brand Strategy and design management experience, preferably in FMCG.
• Strong communication and influencing skills.
• Highly organized with excellent time management.

Responsibilities

• Manage the packaging design lifecycle end to end.
• Collaborate with stakeholders on packaging projects.
• Present updates to senior stakeholders.

Skills

Brand Strategy experience

Strong communication skills

Teamwork and independence

Organizational skills

Initiative and proactivity

PC literacy

Adobe Creative Suite knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

working model to give you the best of both worlds. Spend three days or more in our state-of-the-art office, where you can enjoy an on-site gym, restaurant, and more of the perks you deserve. And with up to two days at home, you'll find the work/life balance you need to thrive.

What you’ll do

• End to end management of the packaging design lifecycle
• Liase with key stakeholders to collate briefs and ensure alignment on national and international packaging projects
• Oversee processes with key stakeholders to ensure smooth handovers
• Present status updates to senior stakeholders
• Prepare and present design briefs and market insights for brand and individual product design
• Act as a brand guardian for a portfolio of own-label brands, instigate and maintain packaging design guidelines and ensure they align with the wider Brand and Customer teams vision and strategy for our own-label brands
• Instigate the creation and updating of internal guidelines in your area of responsibility (process guidelines, CSR topics, etc.)

What you’ll need

• Proven Brand Strategy and design management experience on a multi-national environment preferably in the FMCG sector
• Strong communication skills and the ability to influence and build consensus both within a project team and design team
• Ability to work both in a team and independently
• Highly organised and skilled at managing their own time and workload
• Able to work to tight deadlines and prioritise tasks
• Ability to take initiative and be proactive
• Confident with a firm yet professional manner
• Solutions driven
• PC literate with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint
• Good knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite
• German language would be advantageous but not essential

What you’ll receive

• 35 days holiday (pro rata)
• 10% in-store discount
• Sabbatical
• Enhanced family leave
• Pension scheme
• Plus, more of the perks you deserve
• Includes an additional 10% non-contractual London weighting

Diversity & Inclusion

We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us to celebrate individuality and grow in a fair, respectful, and inclusive environment.

Disclaimer

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. This is to ensure our teams can manage application levels while maintaining a positive candidate experience. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. If you’re ready to get stuck in, want to get more out of your career and make a real difference, find your place at Lidl and apply now.

Summary

£57,200

• £79,200 per annum | 35 days’ holiday (pro rata) | 10% in-store discount | Enhanced family leave

About the Role

Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. We’re motivated, commercially aware and ready to take on any challenge. Just like you. Our Packaging Management team buzzes with activity all day long. You’ll join an atmosphere where people thrive on the fast pace of the retail sector. You will be responsible for the strategic development of the brands portfolio and to derive packaging designs while you collaborate closely with suppliers, the packaging management team, buyers and external agencies. With your high standards, exceptional organisational skills, and impeccable attention to detail you will play a key role in supporting the performance of your department. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, creative flair, and excellent multi-tasking & administration skills! At Lidl, we offer a hybrid.