Packaging Manager- Fresh Produce
Location: Kings Hill, Kent. Hybrid working model with some occasional travel to Essex.
Type: Full-time | Permanent
Are you ready to take full ownership of a brand-new role with real autonomy? Were looking for a Packaging Manager to lead and oversee our entire product packaging processfrom supplier negotiations to sustainability initiatives.
A key part of this role involves managing IFCO and EPS tray tracking, providing real-time visibility of deliveries from growers and overseeing tray movements and schedules. Enabling better inventory control, faster issue resolution, increased transparency, and ensuring audit readiness.
Key Responsibilities
Full ownership of IFCO and EPS tracking and management
Manage and control packaging and trays budgets
Maintain optimum stock levels for packaging and consumables
Provide real-time delivery tracking from growers and manage tray movements and schedules
Negotiate with suppliers to secure the best pricing and terms
Track KPIs including packaging waste and consumption trends
Manage depot packaging stock and verify CFUK retailers packaging stock
Engage with packaging innovations and new product development to reduce costs and waste
Oversee packaging supplier relationships, specifications, certifications, and customer requirements
Ensure compliance with legal, food safety, organic, Fairtrade, ethical, and environmental standards
Maintain continuity of supply for all packaging materials and processes
Skills & Experience
Proven experience in a planning and packaging procurement role
Strong negotiation skills and ability to build supplier relationships
High level of computer literacy
Proficient in data accuracy and reporting
Excellent commercial acumen, which encompasses strong financial knowledge
Benefits
Salary- £40,000-45,000 per annum
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Up to 17% total pension contributions
10 x basic salary life assurance
Bupa healthcare cover
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