Senior Packaging Technologist – Hybrid Working

A standout opportunity to join to work with some of the UK’s most loved brands. This client is all about being brilliant; always learning; results driven. It is proud to be a responsible business that takes care of its people, values diversity, gives something back to communities and works to minimise environmental impact.

Currently experiencing significant growth thanks to some exciting acquisitions in recent years, there has never been a better time to join.

What We’re Looking For…

A Senior Packaging Technologist to join our client’s R&D function and specialise in delivering Packaging Innovation activity. Reporting to the R&D Packaging Manager, this role will deliver the feasibility assessment, risk management, planning and implementation of Innovation projects from design concept through to product launch including compliance with sustainability commitments and legal obligations. You will bring the knowledge of new designs, materials, finishes and formats, along with competitor benchmarking into the wider business, which will help build brand strategy and growth agenda.

Your Responsibilities Will Include…

• Working with Procurement, Production and Marketing teams to provide innovative and sustainable solutions to brands
• Developing technical solutions that deliver against opportunities identified through Innovation Strategy. As the strategy evolves, your external focus will identify packaging solutions and technologies that will be shared across R&D and commercial teams
• Sitting on and contributing to business forums that drive the integrated agenda for innovation and growth
• Owning the specifications for new packaging materials and their application in finished products.
• Being commercially aware and in conjunction with Purchasing and Marketing teams, identify commercially feasible solutions that deliver on the brief

What You’ll Bring…

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a packaging team within a FMCG business.
• Experience of leading and working in cross functional project teams is essential
• A passion for innovation, consumer experience and brand building with practical knowledge of sustainable packaging solutions
• Knowledge and operation of quality management systems
• Ability to assess and manage technical risks, develop a trials program and put in place packaging specifications
• Experience in understanding consumer preference via consumer research and the ability to translate this into winning product solutions

Benefits package includes…
• 33 days holiday
• Flexible holiday trading
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Flexible benefits e.g. discounts & cashbacks, gym memberships, technology purchases etc
• Life assurance
• Save as you earn scheme
• Pension
• Annual salary review
• Ongoing professional development
• Flexible working requests