Job Description
A leading global packaging brand management company is looking to recruit a Packaging Technologist to be responsible for the delivery of Own Brand Packaging for a leading retailer. The company pride themselves on being at the forefront in delivering strategically aligned Packaging Design Services that exceed client expectations. You will be hybrid, spending 3 days per week in the client’s head office near Chester and 2 days working remotely.
About the Role
In this exciting and challenging role, you will be responsible for the technical aspects of Own Brand Packaging of food and drink products with a leading UK retailer, including fit for purpose, quality and accurate packaging specification. You will also work closely the clients NPD team, managing the supplier provision and client approval processes of physical packaging. On a day to day basis, this will involve driving supplier interaction, building, managing and reporting on project stages and engaging with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure packaging projects are delivered on time and in full.
About you
You will have experience in a packaging role in an FMCG environment, where you will be able to demonstrate a proven track record in managing packaging across a range of substrates, materials and product categories. This will be underpinned by demonstrable success in a client facing environment, with the ability to communicate concisely and effectively. Additionally, you will have excellent influencing skills and be able to multitask and prioritise time allocation across multiple stakeholder groups.
What you’ll get in return
The successful applicant will be paid a competitive salary dependant on experience, yearly company bonus and a benefits package that includes healthcare, 25 days holidays, contributory pension and a host of other incentives. Just as importantly, this will provide the job holder with the opportunity to be part of a team that embraces a genuine passion to deliver packaging and artwork solutions to their clients in an environment that is powered by innovation and driven by passion.
What to do now
If you believe you have the background, skills and experience outlined above, and are ready for a new challenge where you can make a genuine difference, please apply now with an up-to-date copy of your CV.