Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar Jobs12 Month Fix Term ContractCould be 14 - 16 Months depending on start dateAbout Our ClientThis organisation is a leading manufacturer and supplier of disposable food packaging solutions for the Food Service, Retail, Brand, and Cash & Carry sectors. They operate within a fast paced, growth driven environment, supplying high‑quality, innovative, and sustainable packaging products used widely across the UK, Europe, and beyond.With vertically integrated manufacturing and strong technical expertise, the company focuses heavily on product innovation, operational excellence, and customer centric solutions. Their teams collaborate internationally, including close work with manufacturing operations in Asia, to bring new products to market efficiently and responsibly.Job DescriptionWe are seeking a proactive and commercially minded Product Development Manager to join the business on a 12‑month maternity cover contract. This is a central and highly visible position where you will act as the key link between Sales, Procurement, Supply Chain, Technical, Quality, and Marketing teams.You will take full ownership of the end‑to‑end product development process, supporting both core product ranges and bespoke customer projects across the UK and EU markets.Identify market opportunities and work with internal stakeholders to strengthen and expand the core product range.Act as the primary connection point between Sales, Procurement, and Technical teams on major customer projects.Lead the development of bespoke packaging solutions that meet customer sustainability, technical, and branding requirements.Serve as the first point of contact for all Product Development queries, ensuring product consistency and technical accuracy.Support Procurement in assessing, vetting, and on boarding new suppliers from a product/technical perspective.Work collaboratively with international manufacturing teams on new product launches and localisation of product lines.Provide Marketing with technical product data for new launches and deliver product training to Sales and Customer Service teams.The Successful ApplicantExperience and Skills RequiredPrevious experience in Product Development or Packaging Product Management is essential.Strong understanding of packaging materials, sustainability, and product life cycles.Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.Comfortable working cross‑functionally with UK and international teams.Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience using Asana is an advantage.A proactive, collaborative "team player" with resilience and a continuous improvement mindset.Ideal CandidateYou will thrive in a fast moving commercial environment and enjoy working at the intersection of technical detail, customer need, and commercial strategy. You're organised, confident communicating across departments, and passionate about bringing innovative, sustainable products to market.What's on OfferUp to £45,000 Base Salary (Dependent on Experience)Pension SchemeEnhanced Maternity / Paternity Pay & Leave12 Month FTC - Possibility being 14-16 months Depending on start date.ContactHarrison PugsleyQuote job refJN-122025-6903323Phone number+441179065132Job summaryJob functionEngineering & ManufacturingSubsectorProduction, ManufacturingSectorIndustrial / ManufacturingLocationYateContract typeTemporaryConsultant nameHarrison PugsleyConsultant phone+441179065132Job referenceJN-122025-6903323
