Packaging Manager – Fresh Produce & FMCG Leader

Vincere; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Medicash

EAP

Cycle to Work

Free on-site parking

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Vincere in Tonbridge, Kent is seeking a Packaging Manager to lead packaging, store teams and box-making operations near Tonbridge. You will own sourcing materials, stock control, supplier management and team leadership to keep production running.

The role requires FMCG packaging and supply chain experience, strong SAP/ERP skills, and a solid understanding of food safety and BRC standards; you’ll drive continuous improvement with a safety-first mindset.

Qualifications

• Experience in packaging roles within Food/FMCG industries.
• Leadership of operational teams in packaging or supply chain.
• Strong stock control, forecasting, purchasing, and ERP/SAP system knowledge.
• Solid understanding of food safety, hygiene, traceability, and BRC standards.
• Excellent planning, numerical, and problem-solving skills with a safety-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Source packaging, labels, and indirect materials, balancing quality, cost, and service level agreements while driving cost-saving initiatives.
• Manage, mentor, and schedule operatives, store personnel (4 heads inc Supervisor), and box-making operations to meet daily production demand safely and efficiently.
• Oversee stock valuations, review forecasts, control replenishment, manage obsolete stock, and maintain SAP material codes to prevent downtime.
• Ensure full compliance with BRC standards, food safety regulations, hygiene requirements, and internal traceability procedures.
• Resolve supplier quality issues and drive continuous improvement across the packaging operation.

Skills

Packaging management

Procurement

Supply chain

SAP/ERP

Food safety

Tools

SAP

Job description

Vincere in Tonbridge, Kent is seeking a Packaging Manager to lead packaging, store teams and box-making operations near Tonbridge. You will own sourcing materials, stock control, supplier management and team leadership to keep production running.

The role requires FMCG packaging and supply chain experience, strong SAP/ERP skills, and a solid understanding of food safety and BRC standards; you’ll drive continuous improvement with a safety-first mindset.