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Group Packaging Innovation Manager

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The Group Packaging Innovation Manager will lead and support the innovation and development of food packaging solutions across all business units within the group. They will be responsible for researching new materials, technologies, and concepts, ensuring packaging delivers on functionality, safety, compliance, sustainability, and brand identity. This role will drive innovative, consumer-centric packaging solutions that enhance product appeal, support sustainability goals, and promote forward-thinking design across the organisation.

Job Responsibility:

  • Lead the research and development of innovative food packaging solutions, identifying opportunities to improve functionality, reduce environmental impact, and enhance the consumer experience
  • Explore and evaluate new materials, technologies, and formats by working closely with suppliers, start-ups, and innovation partners – including feasibility assessments, prototyping, and testing
  • Conduct horizon scanning to monitor trends in packaging, sustainability, consumer behaviour, and regulatory developments – sharing relevant insights with Category Leadership Teams (CLTs) and other relevant key stakeholders
  • Translate consumer, brand, and commercial insights into packaging concepts, working cross-functionally with Development, Marketing, R&D, Operations, Technical, SHE, and Procurement to ensure viability and alignment
  • Develop and implement a packaging benchmarking strategy to evaluate industry trends, identify best practices, and inform future innovation and design decisions
  • Lead packaging development projects from concept through to launch, ensuring effective stakeholder engagement and timely delivery

Requirements:

  • Degree in Packaging Technology, Materials Science, Food Science, Engineering, or a related field
  • 3–5+ years’ experience in a packaging development or packaging technology role, ideally within the food sector
  • Solid knowledge of packaging materials used in food applications (e.g., films/flexibles, paperboard, rigid plastics, barrier materials, MAP, etc.)
  • Understanding of food safety, hygiene, and regulatory compliance in relation to packaging (e.g., EPR, PPT, BRCGS, Food Contact Materials Regulations)
  • Experience working with packaging lines and machinery in production environments
  • Excellent project management, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Able to communicate effectively at multiple levels inside and outside the organisation both verbally and in writing
  • Influencing skills essential to ensure projects delivered at pace
What we offer:
  • Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave
  • Enhanced Pension Scheme
  • Death in Service Benefit
  • Free Employee Assistance Programme (open to colleagues and their families)
  • Retail discounts accessible via our Benefits Hub platform
  • Company shop available at sites (heavily discounted, yummy products)
  • Refer a Friend Scheme (up to £300 per referral – t&cs dependent)
  • Employee Recognition Awards
  • Extensive Learning & Development opportunities (including opportunities for sponsored professional memberships and our own in-house development course)

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Job Posted:
January 21, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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