We're seeking a commercially minded Packaging Manager to lead the sourcing, supply and management of packaging materials, ensuring production requirements are met while driving quality, service and cost efficiencies across the business.
This is a highly visible role that sits at the heart of the operation, working closely with Supply Chain, Planning, Production, Technical and NPD teams to ensure packaging supports both operational and customer requirements. [Packaging...2026.pptx | PowerPoint]
Key Responsibilities
• Lead the procurement and supply of packaging materials to support production and customer demand. [Packaging...2026.pptx | PowerPoint]
• Manage packaging suppliers, building strong relationships to ensure exceptional service, quality and continuity of supply. [Packaging...2026.pptx | PowerPoint]
• Work closely with Planning, Supply Chain, Technical, Production and NPD teams to forecast packaging requirements and maintain optimal stock levels. [Packaging...2026.pptx | PowerPoint]
• Monitor packaging performance, quality, availability and cost. [Packaging...2026.pptx | PowerPoint]
• Ensure all packaging complies with food safety legislation, customer standards and product specifications. [Packaging...2026.pptx | PowerPoint]
• Own packaging contracts and budgets, ensuring commercial effectiveness and compliance with company procedures. [Packaging...2026.pptx | PowerPoint]
• Identify and deliver cost-saving opportunities without compromising product quality or customer expectations. [Packaging...2026.pptx | PowerPoint]
About You
We're keen to speak with candidates who can demonstrate:
• Previous experience in packaging procurement or packaging management within food manufacturing. [Packaging...2026.pptx | PowerPoint]
• Strong knowledge of packaging materials, specifications and packaging supply chains. [Packaging...2026.pptx | PowerPoint]
• Experience managing supplier relationships and packaging spend. [Packaging...2026.pptx | PowerPoint]
• A track record of delivering cost-saving and continuous improvement initiatives. [Packaging...2026.pptx | PowerPoint]
• Excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to work cross-functionally across operations and commercial teams.
• Strong commercial awareness and problem-solving capability.
Why Apply?
• Opportunity to take ownership of a critical business function.
• Highly visible role with significant stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to influence supplier strategy, cost control and packaging innovation.
• Work within a successful and growing food manufacturing environment.
Keywords: Packaging Manager, Packaging Procurement Manager, Packaging Buyer, Packaging Specialist, Procurement Manager, Packaging Supply Chain Manager, Food Manufacturing, FMCG Packaging, Packaging Technologist, Packaging Category Manager
Salary description
£50000.00 - £55000.00 per year