Packaging Manager (R&D / Innovation)

Entrust Resource Solutions; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Entrust Resource Solutions is recruiting a Packaging Manager to lead the development, optimisation and commercialisation of innovative packaging solutions across healthcare and consumer products.

The role requires managing a team of packaging specialists, driving R&D projects from concept to launch, and collaborating with technical teams and suppliers to deliver robust, cost-effective packaging while meeting sustainability and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Experience leading packaging R&D projects and cross-functional teams.
• Strong knowledge of sustainable packaging practices and compliance.
• Ability to translate ideas into scalable packaging solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, optimisation and commercialisation of innovative packaging solutions.
• Manage and develop a team of packaging specialists, coaching throughout projects.
• Collaborate with technical teams and suppliers to deliver end-user focused solutions.
• Drive projects covering sustainability, quality, regulatory compliance and cost efficiency.

Skills

Packaging design

Leadership

Team management

R&D

Sustainability

Regulatory compliance

Education

Degree in Packaging Engineering or related

Job description

Packaging Manager R&D / Innovation

Our SE client is actively looking for a Packaging Manager to lead the development, optimisation and commercialisation of innovative packaging solutions

Duties for this position will include :

• Understanding a range of packaging designs and mechanisms to successfully develop new / improved packaging solutions for products
• Managing and developing a team of packaging specialists, coaching and supporting throughout projects
• Devising working solutions for new products, thinking out-the-box for new innovations
• Working closely with technical teams and suppliers alike to deliver solutions for end user purposes
• Actively leading on projects encompassing sustainability, quality, regulatory compliance, manufacturing efficiency and cost This is an exciting role where the successful candidate will be designing packaging for a variety of healthcare / consumer products applications

Role : Permanent

Location : SE England

Salary : Attractive (depending on skills and experience)