Manager, Packaging

Nuneaton - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 15 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

At Saputo we bring good to the table by making high-quality products investing in our people and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best

Saputo Dairy UK is home to some of the nations bestloved brands including Cathedral City Clover Country Life Vitalite and Utterly Butterly. Were committed to driving innovation and sustainability across our portfolio and were looking for an experienced Packaging Manager to help shape the future.

Are you a packaging expert with a passion for innovation sustainability and team leadership This is an exciting opportunity to lead our Packaging and Graphics function influence strategy at a senior level and deliver impactful packaging solutions across all our categories.

This role is based at our Nuneaton Site with the option to work from home up to one day per week based on business need. Work pattern: Monday Friday 37 hours per week.

YOULL MAKE CONTRIBUTIONS THAT MATTER BY

Leading and developing a highperforming Packaging and Graphics team.
Managing all packaging projects across Innovation NPD Renovation Value Engineering and Sustainability.
Owning the full packaging artwork and graphics process for branded and private label products.
Delivering a forwardlooking Packaging Sustainability roadmap aligned with the Saputo Promise.
Managing resource allocation across a diverse project portfolio and identifying risks and solutions.
Leading packaging trials to agreed protocols.
Building strong supplier partnerships that support innovation and CSR goals.
Ensuring regulatory compliance due diligence horizon scanning and alignment with BRC and Central Technical.
Providing expert guidance on print colour management and artwork best practice.
Managing and reporting on the R&D Packaging budget.

YOURE BEST SUITED FOR THE ROLE IF YOU ARE

Technically qualified to degree level or equivalent.
Experienced in food packaging development within FMCG ideally within a leadership role
A strong communicator with the ability to influence and motivate across all levels.
Strong commercial understanding and budget management experience.
Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Creative curious and solutionsfocused with strong industry knowledge and an eye for innovation.
Experience with StageGate processes and project management frameworks.
Strong IT skills including Excel PowerPoint Power BI and artwork systems.

WE SUPPORT AND CARE FOR OUR EMPLOYEES BY PROVIDING YOU WITH

Private Health Care
Bonus scheme up to 10% paid quarterly
Hybrid working approach minimum 4 days in office subject to business need
Inclusive working environment
Opportunities for progression within the UK and overseas
Enhanced employer pension contributions
Health cash plan - claim money back towards essential healthcare such as dental eye care etc.
Access to Thrive 24-hours a day - a leading and NHS clinically approved app which focuses on general wellbeing
Long service recognised every 5 years
Life assurance up to 4 x contractual pay
Discounted SDUK branded products
Free onsite parking
Subsidised staff restaurant
25 holidays 8 bank holidays
One paid workday a year to volunteer for a local community or charitable institutions of your choice
Opportunity to swap traditional UK holidays for dates significant to your cultural and religious beliefs
My Staff Shop - access to exclusive benefits free advice and savings - providing great discounts from thousands of the UKs largest retailers & service providers.

We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join our team.

To enable you to bring your best we will ensure you are provided with any physical or non-physical adjustments to support your participation in the job application and interview process.

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Agencies - Thank you for your interest in working with Saputo Dairy UK. We have a PSL who will be supporting us if needed. We do not pay fees or acknowledge any CVs supplied to Saputo Dairy UK unless you have been briefed on the role by a member of the Talent Acquisition Team.

In the UK Saputo is a producer of leading British food brands and value-added ingredients. We manufacture a range of cheeses dairy spreads and dairy-free products with a portfolio of well-loved brands including Cathedral City Clover Country Life Frylight and Wensleydale.

Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing operations supply chain sales quality assurance or in any other function your role is integral to our success.

You will make contributions that matter all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

Required Experience:

Manager