Packaging Manager

Tonbridge Source: WhatJobs

£38,000 – £42,000 per annum

Packaging Manager

Near Tonbridge, Kent

£38,000 – £42,000 per annum

Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (40 hours per week)

Fresh Produce / FMCG Manufacturing

Are you an experienced Packaging or Supply Chain professional looking for a high-impact leadership role within a fast-paced environment?

About the Role

A leading business in the fresh produce industry is seeking a proactive Packaging Manager to lead their packaging function, store team, and box-making operations near Tonbridge. Reporting to the Head of Technical & Packaging, you will take full ownership of sourcing materials, stock control, supplier management, and team leadership to keep production running seamlessly.

Key Responsibilities

Source packaging, labels, and indirect materials, balancing quality, cost, and service level agreements while driving sustainable cost-saving initiatives.
Manage, mentor, and schedule operatives, store personnel(4 heads inc Supervisor), and box-making operations to meet daily production demand safely and efficiently.
Oversee stock valuations, review forecasts, control replenishment, manage obsolete stock, and maintain accurate SAP material codes to prevent downtime.
Ensure full compliance with BRC standards, food safety regulations, hygiene requirements, and internal traceability procedures.
Resolve supplier quality issues, manage equipment performance, and continuous improvement across the packaging operation.

Your Skills & Experience

Proven experience in packaging, procurement, or supply chain management within Food, Fresh Produce, FMCG, or Manufacturing environments.
Strong expertise in stock control, forecasting, purchasing, and ERP/SAP systems.
Solid understanding of food safety, hygiene, traceability, and BRC audit standards.
Practical experience managing, training, and developing operational teams.
Excellent planning, numerical, and problem-solving skills with a commercial and safety-first mindset.