Job Title: Packaging Development Lead 

Location: Menstrie, Scotland 

Travel: 20–30% (Domestic & International) 

Function: Global Technical: Brand Change & Innovation – Packaging & Supply Optimisation 

Role Type: 12 Months Contractor

About the Role

At Diageo, we’re proud custodians of some of the world’s most iconic brands—and packaging is a key part of how we bring those brands to life. We’re looking for a Packaging Development Lead to support the delivery of packaging projects across our European business. From brand renovations and redesigns to supplier transitions and production footprint changes, you’ll be at the heart of it all.

This role provides expert technical leadership to ensure packaging components meet the highest standards of quality, functionality, and regulatory compliance—while running smoothly through production lines. You'll play a critical role in enabling innovation, solving commercialization challenges, and ensuring our packaging truly represents the quality of Diageo’s brands.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

• Lead and deliver technical packaging solutions for innovation, renovation, and supply projects across Europe.
• Ensure packaging materials are fit for purpose and optimized for production, quality, and sustainability.
• Develop accurate, robust packaging specifications that protect both our products and brand integrity.
• Partner closely with cross-functional teams including Demand, Technical Operations, Procurement, and external suppliers.
• Champion Diageo's methodologies (Navigate, Change Control, Technical Readiness) to deliver new products efficiently and effectively.
• Drive packaging testing for functionality, compatibility, compliance, and durability.
• Proactively address commercialization hurdles with creative, solutions-oriented thinking.
• Build strong, collaborative relationships across supply and demand stakeholders to align priorities and deliver results.
• Serve as a subject matter expert, providing technical guidance and mentorship to peers and project teams.

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of experience in technical packaging roles within the consumer goods industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering or a related technical field.
• Strong knowledge of packaging materials, component design, manufacturing processes, and quality assurance.
• Proven track record in product commercialization and managing complex packaging projects from concept to launch.
• Outstanding communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• A collaborative, proactive mindset and the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
• Willingness to travel up to 30% (domestic and international).

What’s In It for You

• This is your opportunity to make a lasting impact on Diageo’s global brands while advancing your career in a world-class organization. You’ll work alongside passionate people who are shaping the future of our business and industry—with the freedom and support to do your best work.

As a temporary contractor, you'll be employed by our Managed Service Provider, Magnit Global, who manage most of our temporary contract hiring, you will not be employed by Diageo