Senior Packaging Technologist — Hybrid RDQ Leader

Harrison Scott Associates; West Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Packaging Technologist based in the West Midlands. This role emphasizes the premium food sector, focusing on packaging design and deployment for innovation projects. The successful candidate will coordinate technical work, manage stakeholders, and leverage connections within the technical community. The position offers a hybrid work model with excellent benefits, including flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

50/50 home/office working

Option to buy holidays

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Experience in packaging development or deployment in FMCG.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams.
• Skills in planning and delivering on multiple projects.
• Proven problem-solving skills based on technical and business analysis.
• Experience in stakeholder management and technical report writing.
• Ability to coach and mentor team members.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate technical work for packaging projects according to RDQ.
• Communicate project status and risks effectively.
• Develop packaging design and specifications.
• Utilize resources efficiently, including external suppliers.
• Engage in stakeholder management to influence decisions.

Skills

Packaging development

Leading teams

Planning multiple priorities

Technical problem-solving

Stakeholder influencing

Coaching and mentoring

Consumer needs advocacy

Technical curiosity

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Packaging Technologist based in the West Midlands. This role emphasizes the premium food sector, focusing on packaging design and deployment for innovation projects. The successful candidate will coordinate technical work, manage stakeholders, and leverage connections within the technical community. The position offers a hybrid work model with excellent benefits, including flexible working arrangements.