Job Description
Packaging Development Manager
Sector: Food Packaging and Manufacturing
Location: Essex Area
Salary: Highly Competitive, Based on Experience
ISQ Recruitment is working with a well-established business in the food manufacturing sector to recruit an experienced Packaging Development Manager. This role is critical to ensuring packaging strategies meet operational, environmental, and commercial objectives while aligning with legislative requirements.
About the Role
The successful candidate will oversee packaging initiatives within the site. From concept development to implementation, this role involves driving sustainable packaging solutions, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and collaborating with key stakeholders to deliver efficient and fit-for-purpose packaging.
Key Responsibilities:
* Define and implement a packaging strategy that supports future growth, aligns with market demands, and anticipates legislative changes.
* Lead projects from customer brief through to production trials and launch, ensuring operational and environmental goals are met.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with packaging suppliers, ensuring materials meet all compliance requirements.
* Oversee supplier and material approval processes to ensure alignment with food safety, ethical, and environmental standards.
* Monitor and report on the impact of packaging innovations, focusing on cost, recyclability, carbon reduction, and operational efficiency.
* Identify improvements to packaging formats to enhance site efficiencies and recyclability rates.
* Work closely with internal teams and customers to align packaging developments with business and consumer needs.
Ideal Candidate:
* A minimum of 5 years of experience in food packaging development.
* Demonstrable experience in bringing new packaging innovations to market.
* Recent experience working with major food retailers.
* Strong project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
* A solid understanding of packaging compliance, sustainability, and emerging market trends.
* Proficient in MS Office, with excellent reporting and analytical capabilities.
Key Deliverables:
* Develop and deliver sustainable packaging initiatives tailored to customer needs.
* Identify and implement cost-saving measures across packaging processes and materials.
* Ensure 100% compliance with packaging regulations through effective supplier reviews and updates.
* Research and propose innovative packaging technologies or materials annually.
* Conduct regular market trend analyses to inform packaging strategies and designs.
This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact within a thriving business, leading packaging development projects that drive efficiency, sustainability, and innovation.
Apply today with ISQ Recruitment to take the next step in your career. Submit your CV to info@isqrecruitment.co.uk or call 01603 369 500 for more information.