Packaging Manager - FMCG Innovation & Sustainability

Saputo Inc.; Knowsley; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus scheme

Private Healthcare

Flexible and hybrid working

Pension contributions

Health cash plan

Thrive app

Long service recognition

Life assurance

Discounted branded products

Free onsite parking

Staff restaurant

25 holidays + 8 bank holidays

Job summary

Saputo is seeking a Packaging Manager for our Kirkby site in the UK, with a hybrid working option up to one day per week. You will lead end-to-end packaging development for Butter, Spreads & Oils, focusing on innovation, sustainability, and value engineering to support growth.

You will manage projects from concept to launch, collaborating with suppliers and internal teams to deliver robust packaging solutions and improvements across a growing portfolio.

Qualifications

• Experience leading packaging development projects in FMCG environments.
• Strong understanding of packaging materials, formats and manufacturing processes.
• Experience managing projects through a stage-gate process.
• Commercial mindset balancing innovation, cost and feasibility.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead packaging development across NPD, innovation, sustainability and cost optimisation projects.
• Manage packaging activities through the full stage-gate process, ensuring on-time, on-cost delivery.
• Develop new packaging formats, materials and technologies for brand enhancement.
• Oversee trial activity including line trials, transit testing and material validation.
• Ensure due diligence and compliance at all development stages.
• Support sites with technical packaging challenges and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to a sustainability roadmap aligned to Saputo commitments.
• Identify and build partnerships with external suppliers and technology partners.

Skills

Packaging development

FMCG experience

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Project management

Job description

Saputo is seeking a Packaging Manager for our Kirkby site in the UK, with a hybrid working option up to one day per week. You will lead end-to-end packaging development for Butter, Spreads & Oils, focusing on innovation, sustainability, and value engineering to support growth.

You will manage projects from concept to launch, collaborating with suppliers and internal teams to deliver robust packaging solutions and improvements across a growing portfolio.