Packaging Manager - FMCG

We have the privilege of working with a successful and highly regarded Fresh Fruit Importer and Supplier, who strive to supply the best produce from Worldwide Growers to UK Retailers. Due to continued growth, we are currently seeking a passionate Packaging Manager to fulfil this new role, taking responsibility for multiple sites to ensure packaging compliance. The position of Packaging Manager requires a hands-on packaging development professional supporting fresh produce (and other fast-moving food categories) from concept through to implementation. Leads packaging projects end-to-end, working closely with packhouses/manufacturing sites, packaging suppliers, and commercial/technical stakeholders to deliver fit-for-purpose, compliant, cost-effective packaging solutions. Experienced in trials, data-led decision making, and sustainability metrics (e.g., packaging weight reduction, material changes, plastic reduction, and EPR impact). Key responsibilities will include; Define the strategy to enable scalable, market leading innovation, foreseeing customer and consumer trends and requirements and creating a plan to deliver the needs. Align priorities to anticipate and support the commercial delivery of changes to UK packaging legislation, waste management infrastructure and/or customer and business requirements. Build and manage strategic relationships with leading packaging suppliers and waste management handlers to find, develop and implement commercially viable packaging and ..... full job details .....