Packaging Manager – Samworth Brothers
Join the Samworth Brothers Team and become part of our dynamic family!
At Samworth Brothers, we genuinely care about our colleagues and strive to create an engaging environment that values your unique contributions. We are committed to your success and offer a range of exceptional benefits that support your life and personal aspirations.
* Enhanced pension scheme
* Profit related pay
* Annual pay reviews
* Onsite gym
* Long service days holidays
* Paid social events
* Training and growth opportunities
The Opportunity
As the champion of packaging, you’ll set high standards and engage teams to deliver packaging solutions that support business plans and brand identity. You’ll work closely with Operations, NPD, Marketing, and Group Procurement to ensure packaging is efficient, compliant, and future‑focused.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead packaging development and innovation projects from concept to launch, ensuring timelines and budgets are met.
* Optimise packaging for operational efficiency, cost‑effectiveness, and shopper appeal.
* Maintain brand consistency and compliance with UK, EU, and FDA labelling legislation.
* Manage packaging budgets and deliver cost‑saving initiatives in collaboration with Procurement and Finance.
* Monitor trends and leverage supplier innovation to keep Soreen at the forefront of packaging technology.
The Ideal Candidate
* Strong knowledge of packaging materials (film, flexibles, carton-board, corrugated) and print processes (gravure, flexo, litho).
* Proven project management experience and ability to thrive under pressure.
* Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach.
* Budget management experience and strong attention to detail.
* A "can‑do" attitude and hands‑on approach.
We also want you to thrive in an engaging and inclusive work culture where you will have the opportunity to take on personal accountability and take pride in your work. We encourage positive communication, and the building of strong collaborative relationships is essential to every role.
About Soreen
Soreen is our Manchester based business within Samworth Brothers. This is a highly successful bakery company with an iconic brand and over 85 years of heritage, enjoyed by over 1.1m consumers every week.
Equal Opportunity
We are an Equal Opportunities employer. We are committed to continuing to make diversity and inclusion part of everything we do.
Samworth Brothers do not engage with unlicensed gangmasters or third parties. Samworth Brothers will NEVER ask you for money in order to provide you with employment. If you are in doubt, please contact an official Samworth Brothers representative.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
Industries
Food and Beverage Services
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