Packaging Development & Innovation Lead

Paranova Print and Packaging; St. Neots; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced family policies

Cycle to work

Pension advice

Life cover

Free flu vaccination

Long service awards

Job summary

Paranova Print and Packaging seeks a Packaging Development Manager to steer strategic packaging initiatives across brands in the UK. You will partner with category leads, R&D and customers to translate insights into practical product developments.

This role emphasizes gate-based development, stakeholder alignment, and a hands-on approach to delivering innovative, sustainable packaging solutions. You will champion best practices, mentor teams, and contribute to the opening of new facilities and

Qualifications

• Experience in a technical packaging environment.
• Ability to engage stakeholders and translate ideas into action.
• Strong communication with diverse audiences and evidence-based decisions.
• Capacity to predict trends and align innovations.
• Collaborative approach across categories and R&D.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic packaging initiatives from concept to launch.
• Champion project management practices and gate system adherence.
• Engage stakeholders across the business for bespoke projects.
• Support Category Director to align future innovation and trend insights.
• Build relationships with customers to drive collaboration.

Skills

Packaging industry experience

Stakeholder engagement

Communication adaptability

Logical reasoning

Trend awareness

Job description

Paranova Print and Packaging seeks a Packaging Development Manager to steer strategic packaging initiatives across brands in the UK. You will partner with category leads, R&D and customers to translate insights into practical product developments.

This role emphasizes gate-based development, stakeholder alignment, and a hands-on approach to delivering innovative, sustainable packaging solutions. You will champion best practices, mentor teams, and contribute to the opening of new facilities and