Packaging Technical Administrator

This job is with Kellanova, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly. Are you looking for a vibrant workplace emphasizing teamwork and collaboration? If so, you’ve come to the right place! As a Packaging Data Administrator, you’ll be an integral part of both an exciting Research and Development function and a Cross-Functional Packaging End to End Team. This is a 12 month fixed term contract. This role will be a vital part of ensuring we meet European standards and legislation, whilst supporting on project delivery. You will be supporting and driving the Sustainable packaging agenda for Kellanova Europe. Your role will be based between our Media City, Manchester Office & Centre of Excellence on a hybrid work schedule and with regular travel nationally and internationally.

A Taste Of What You’ll Be Doing

• Manage technical packaging and sustainability data in our SAP and Product Lifecycle Management System
• Manage and submit packaging waste reports to internal and external stakeholders
• Analyse data, generate reports, and instigate corrective actions for the Specification system.
• Supports other members of the team in the execution of their project activities within the Specification system.
• Coordinates with suppliers to ensure new specification information is supplied promptly and accurately.
• Supporting and managing systems enhancements and upgrade testing
• May require some travel to support on Packaging trials and testing to validate recommendations

We’re Looking for Someone With

• Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Demonstrate troubleshooting and problem-solving skills as well as data analysis skills
• Possess strong rapport-building abilities with negotiation and influencing skills with a strong attention to detail to ensure data and specification integrity
• Preferred understanding of packaging development, materials and processes and components.
• Preferred experience of packaging specifications and quality requirements and experience of working with SAP.
• Clean UK Driving Licence

What’s Next

After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter, so it may take us a few weeks to get back with you by email or phone. Visit our How We Hire page to get insights into our hiring process and more about what we offer. Need assistance throughout the application or hiring process? Email European.recruitment@kellanova.com

If you join our team, you’ll be rewarded for the difference you make. Our comprehensive benefits offer you the support you need through your life events, big or small. Visit our benefits page & be sure to ask your recruiter for more specific information.

Get to Know Us

At Kellanova, we are driven by our vision to be the world’s best-performing snacks-led powerhouse, unleashing the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people. Our portfolio of iconic, world-class brands include Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, MorningStar Farms, Special K, Krave, Zucaritas, Tresor, Crunchy Nut, among others. Kellanova’s Culture of Best means we bring our best to all that we do in pursuit of our vision to be the world’s best performing snacks-led powerhouse. Our culture celebrates boldness and empowers our people to challenge the status quo, achieve results, and win together. Our focus on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I) enables us to build a culture of belonging where all employees have a place at the table and are inspired to share their passion, talents and ideas to work.

Mars has agreed to acquire Kellanova in a combination that will shape the future of snacking! The transaction is anticipated to close within the first half of 2025 (subject to Kellanova shareowner approval and other customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals). The companies remain separate until closing. You can learn more at www.futureofsnacking.com, and our hiring teams will be happy to discuss further questions if your application advances in the hiring process.

What does it take to be the best? Someone like you. Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, please visit our website here.