PACKAGING PROJECT MANAGER
(Hybrid working, office location Litlington, South Cambridgeshire)
GPA Global operates as a global packaging solutions provider.
We offer our clients a holistic solution – providing every service associated with a packaging project. From concept through to design, development, production, inspection, and logistics, our capabilities touch all bases. As a global organisation with regional manufacturing and logistics sites in Europe, North America, and Asia, we have created an infrastructure that provides our clients with an on-the-ground, customer-centric relationship, backed by the weight of a global operation.
Specialising in a myriad of materials and processes, from folding cartons to rigid boxes and multi-material luxury production, GPA Global is the complete packaging partner for today’s global brands.
About the Role
We are seeking a well-organised and proactive Packaging Project Manager to manage packaging projects from design through final delivery by coordinating internal stakeholders and managing client expectations.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the business to onboard new customers following all internal processes and procedures
- Prepare briefs for low New Product Development enquiries, managing all samples, costs and timings
- Collating all primary items, technical drawings, and artworks from the customer
- Responsible for the management of all commercial/financial data with our customers
- Regular updates to all internal and external stakeholders to keep projects/orders on track
- Collate client feedback and approvals
- Raise all internal/factory sample, tooling and production Purchase orders
- Manage the order validation process following all internal processes and procedures
- Manage all internal purchase and sales invoice requests with the relevant finance teams
- Liaising with Planning and Logistics on Production Timings and Delivery Schedules
- Upkeep of the Sales Forecast
What We’re Looking For
- Strong Organisation Skills – Able to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and project documentation accurately.
- Excellent Communication Skills – Confident working with customers and internal teams, providing updates and coordinating activities.
- Customer Service & Coordination Experience – Experience supporting customers, managing requests, and ensuring projects progress smoothly.
- Good Administrative & Financial Skills – Comfortable processing orders, purchase orders, invoices, and maintaining accurate records.
- Attention to Detail & Systems Skills – Strong data accuracy and proficiency in Excel and business systems to track projects, forecasts, and approvals.
Ideal background: Experience in packaging, manufacturing, FMCG, supply chain, or a similar operational environment; Experience with MS Dynamics 365;
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a growing global packaging leader.
- Take ownership of the regional quality strategy.
- Collaborate with diverse and dynamic teams.
- Access to career growth and competitive compensation.
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