Packaging & Procurement Manager


Company:	Workforce Recruitment and Training
Salary:	£45,000 to £50,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	WR11
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	16 Oct 2026
Closing date:	15 Nov 2026

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Summary

Evesham, Worcestershire | Full-time | Permanent

£45,000 - £50,000 per annum + Benefits

Ready to take ownership of a packaging function and drive commercial savings, operational efficiency and continuous improvement?

We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing fresh produce business for an experienced Head of Packaging to lead and develop its packaging function. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded leader who enjoys improving processes, developing supplier relationships and delivering measurable improvements within a fast-paced environment.

You'll be responsible for overseeing packaging procurement, technical compliance, inventory management and operational performance. Working closely with Operations, Commercial, Supply Chain, Finance and Technical teams, you'll play a key role in improving efficiency, controlling costs and ensuring packaging materials meet the highest standards of quality, compliance and customer requirements.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading and developing the packaging function to deliver outstanding performance across purchasing, technical and operational activities.

• Managing packaging procurement, supplier relationships, contracts and commercial negotiations.

• Identifying and delivering cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality, service and compliance.

• Overseeing packaging inventory, stock forecasting and material availability to support operational requirements.

• Driving continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste, improve efficiency and optimise packaging processes.

• Ensuring packaging compliance with relevant legislation, including Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), Plastic Packaging Tax (PPT), BRC and customer standards.

• Monitoring packaging costs, supplier performance and key operational KPIs.

• Working closely with internal departments to improve planning, stock management and supply chain performance.

• Supporting packaging development projects, innovation and opportunities for automation and digitalisation.

• Providing leadership, coaching and support to build an engaged, high-performing packaging team.

About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Has previous management experience within packaging, procurement, supply chain or a similar operational environment.

• Has proven experience managing suppliers, negotiating contracts and delivering commercial cost savings.

• Has a strong understanding of packaging materials, stock management and procurement processes.

• Is commercially aware with experience managing budgets, costs and operational performance.

• Is confident analysing data, monitoring KPIs and using information to drive decision making.

• Has experience leading and developing teams.

• Has excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

• Is highly organised with strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.

• Thrives in a fast-paced environment and can manage multiple priorities effectively.

• Has experience within food manufacturing, FMCG or fresh produce (desirable).

• Has knowledge of packaging legislation, EPR, Plastic Packaging Tax and BRC requirements (desirable).

• Whether you've worked as a Head of Packaging, Packaging Manager, Packaging Procurement Manager, Senior Packaging Buyer, Packaging Operations Manager, Supply Chain Manager or Procurement Manager, we'd love to hear from you.

What's On Offer

• Salary of £45,000 - £50,000 per annum, depending on experience.

• Permanent, full-time position.

• Opportunity to take ownership of a newly created leadership role.

• Scope to shape and develop the packaging function.

• Opportunity to deliver meaningful commercial and operational improvements.

• Varied and rewarding role within an established fresh produce business.

• Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and influence business performance.

How to Apply

If you're looking for a role where you can take ownership of packaging procurement and operations, develop strong supplier relationships and play a key role in driving commercial and operational improvements, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and a member of the Workforce team will be in touch to discuss your application.

Or contact:

P: 01242 783524

M: 07990 294845

E: afairs@weareworkforce.co.uk

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