Are you an experienced and innovative Packaging Professional seeking an exciting new challenge with a leading Fresh Food supplier?
We are looking for a Packaging Development Manager to lead packaging innovation, development, and sustainability strategies across a multi-site operation. Working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure packaging solutions meet both customer needs and environmental goals, while executing the packaging strategy and implementing cost-effective packaging initiatives across this prominent Fresh Produce group.
Role Overview
Oversee the end-to-end packaging development process, from initial concept to final launch, while ensuring the alignment of environmental, commercial, and operational goals. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge packaging solutions that meet both market and regulatory demands.
Packaging Development Manager Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute packaging strategies focused on innovation and sustainability
- Build and maintain relationships with packaging suppliers and waste management partners
- Oversee the end-to-end packaging development process, ensuring compliance with food safety, ethical, and environmental standards
- Lead cross-functional teams to launch new packaging designs aligned with product and marketing strategies, ensuring timely market delivery
- Evaluate the impact of packaging innovations on production, recyclability, and cost-efficiency
- Identify and drive continuous improvements in packaging processes
- Research and propose innovative packaging technologies/materials to enhance shelf life and consumer appeal
- Implement cost-saving measures in packaging materials
Packaging Development Manager Key Requirements
- Exposure to Food Retail expectations and parameters
- Strong experience in Food Packaging Innovation & Development
- Ability to build and maintain crucial relationships with suppliers, customers, and internal teams
With a focus on sustainable, compliant, innovative, and cost-efficient packaging, this is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of packaging development across a highly regarded group of businesses in the sector, making a significant impact on both customer and consumer satisfaction.
Salary: 45-55k + Bonus
Location: Kent (Multi-site)
Hours: Monday - Friday, (phone number removed)pm
