Managing the Commercial operations for Linwood Raker

Responsible for the development of our newly formed Charapak Labels division I am passionate in my belief that what we offer is a unique proposition within the packaging industry, through our core values of Quality product, Innovative design and Flexibilty in Service. Digital print is fast becoming the preferred alternative to traditional flexo, with its outstanding performance, colour matching capabilities and reduced run lengths. Charapak have recognised this trend and invested in a state of the art, high speed, Domino N610I Press ( first in the UK ) and a Digicon Lite Finishing Unit.We can now offer competitively priced short runs, with speedy turnaround times. There is no need for cash to be tied up in inventory. Obsolescence can be completely eliminated from your business – just buy what you need!!With the added benefit of zero origination costs this opens up exciting opportunities for our customers to “test” the market with new products.With the other parts of our business we can design and manufacture speciality packaging to your bespoke requirements and even do the fulfilment and delivery, and supply specialist coatings.We work with some of the world's most recognisable brands as well as fast growing independent companies in the following sectors:- E-commerce- Retail Shelf Ready Packaging (SRP)- Automotive and Aftermarket- Food; Primary and Secondary- Drink; Beer, Wine and SpiritsWe are BRC accredited, ISO 9001 and FSC compliant.If you would like to discuss how we can help your business to become more efficient, better branded or more environmentally friendly please contact me.Mobile: 07976 356383e-mail: michaela.smith@charapak.co.uk

Over 16 years’ experience within the corrugated packaging industry, managing high profile brands, complex multi component accounts, and ensuring projects are completed ONTIF.

Responsible for key accounts - budget/customer support/ISO auditing/Complaint Analysis and reporting. I managed a team of 3 Internal Co-ordinators.

Managing an annual spend of £13 million covering 200+ ingredient lines. Negotiating annual contracts and sourcing development products. A fast-moving industry supplying a major retailer.