Packaging Development Manager

TN United Kingdom; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Packaging Development Manager to lead innovative packaging solutions in the food sector. This dynamic role requires collaboration across marketing, product development, and operations, ensuring compliance and technical support throughout the packaging process. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in food science or engineering, with experience in FMCG environments. Join a forward-thinking team that values creativity and technical expertise, and contribute to exciting packaging projects that enhance product presentation and sustainability. Embrace a flexible working arrangement while making a significant impact in the industry.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in food science, packaging, engineering, or design.
• Experience in FMCG packaging technical roles with knowledge of materials.

Responsibilities

• Deliver packaging programs in collaboration with marketing and operations.
• Manage packaging specifications, timelines, and risk assessments.
• Conduct quality tests for new packaging formats.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Technical Support

Communication Skills

Team Leadership

Education

Degree in Food Science

Degree in Packaging

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Design

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

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Posted:

29.04.2025

Expiry Date:

13.06.2025

Job Description:

Job Title: Packaging Development Manager – Food Manufacturer

Location: Greater London

Reference: J78903

Contact: Telephone: [phone]

This role involves working closely with the company's central activity, managing projects across a category, and collaborating with marketers. It is suitable for candidates with a factory, design, or innovation background seeking to develop project management skills and stakeholder engagement. The position is based at the client’s Head Office with a flexible 3/2 working arrangement.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Delivering the packaging programme in collaboration with Marketing, Product Development, and Operations.
2. Owning packaging specifications and processes.
3. Supporting sites and creating new packaging solutions.
4. Managing packaging documentation, timelines, and risk assessments.
5. Providing technical support aligned with procurement strategies.
6. Creating and ensuring compliance of packaging specifications.
7. Developing packaging documentation such as cutter guides, pallet patterns, and test protocols.
8. Conducting quality tests for new packaging formats.
9. Participating in Factory Development Meetings and communicating issues.
10. Developing trial protocols and acceptance testing for new machinery and materials.
11. Maintaining ongoing communication with suppliers and external groups.

Experience required:

1. Degree or equivalent in food science, packaging, engineering, design, or related fields.
2. Experience in an FMCG environment in a Packaging Technical role, with knowledge of various packaging materials and machinery.
3. Understanding of business terminology, product-to-market processes, and technical systems, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP.
4. Strong technical, communication, and team leadership skills.
5. Experience managing factory trials.
6. Basic Food Hygiene knowledge.