Packaging Project Manager

Lime Talent; London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG brand is seeking a Packaging Project Manager for a 6-month contract in London. This role involves managing the artwork process, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring timely project delivery. Ideal for experienced professionals looking to make an immediate impact in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong background in packaging or artwork project management.
• Experience in FMCG or related consumer goods sector.
• Ability to manage multiple projects at pace.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the end-to-end artwork process across multiple product ranges.
• Lead the packaging design sign-off process with stakeholders.
• Oversee the automated artwork management system.

Skills

Project Management

Attention to Detail

Stakeholder Communication

Artwork Systems

Job description

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Packaging Project Manager – 6 Month FTC – Leading FMCG Brand

London (hybrid)

Lime Talent is working with a high-growth, premium FMCG business known for its bold innovation and standout branding within the food and drink sector. As they continue to expand across UK and international markets, they’re looking for a Packaging Project Manager to join the team on a 6-month fixed-term contract, playing a key role in delivering a pipeline of new packaging launches.

This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced artwork or packaging project manager to join a fast-paced, collaborative environment and make an immediate impact.

The Role:

• Own and manage the end-to-end artwork process across multiple product ranges, ensuring projects are delivered to critical path timelines.
• Lead the packaging design sign-off process, working closely with senior stakeholders and design teams to ensure accurate briefing and timely approvals.
• Oversee the automated artwork management system, acting as the primary contact for the external provider and identifying improvements.
• Write detailed and accurate artwork briefs for the Brand team and manage multiple rounds of artwork review.
• Coordinate closely with NPD, Supply Chain, Technical, Design, and external suppliers to ensure packaging is on-brand, accurate and delivered to spec.
• Track and manage the workload of the Packaging Artworker, adjusting priorities as required to meet business needs.
• Support print quality and specification management, collaborating with print suppliers and design colleagues.
• Handle invoicing and support budget re-forecasting for plate and repro charges.

About You:

• Strong background in packaging or artwork project management, ideally within FMCG or a related consumer goods sector.
• Able to manage multiple projects at pace, with excellent attention to detail and stakeholder communication.
• Comfortable using artwork systems and experienced in coordinating cross-functional teams.
• Confident, adaptable and delivery-focused – able to hit the ground running in a short-term role.

This contract role is perfect for someone looking to bring their packaging expertise into a values-led, high-growth brand environment where you can make an immediate difference.

If you're available at short notice and excited by the chance to own critical packaging projects, we’d love to hear from you.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Product Management, Project Management, and Quality Assurance

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Services, Food and Beverage Manufacturing, and Manufacturing

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