Market-leading aluminium foil container manufacturer, i2r Packaging Solutions, has made a strategic move to expand its portfolio of products and ensure continued growth with the appointment of Rachel McKenna as product manager. Her role will support and drive the company’s expansion into new product channels, as well as strengthen its existing business scope.
Rachel has an impressive background in food production and packaging, with extensive experience gained from working with some of the biggest names in the industry. Her knowledge ranges from working in various departmental roles from innovation to technical and operations.
Rachel’s comprehensive experience makes her a perfect fit for the innovative and dynamic culture at i2r. In her role as product manager, she will work closely with teams across the business to identify, prioritise and manage a strong pipeline of future products and market development initiatives. Additionally, Rachel will collaborate with the international sites to oversee and improve the performance of i2r’s existing product portfolio.
“We are thrilled to welcome Rachel to our team,” said Katy Rogers, i2r’s commercial director. “Her impressive track record in the industry, especially in the areas of innovation and business development, aligns seamlessly with our strategic goals. And as we continue to build our brand and diversify our offerings, Rachel’s insight and leadership will be invaluable in maintaining i2r’s enviable position in the market.”
A winner of two Queens Awards for Enterprise, i2r is Europe’s largest aluminium container producer. Manufacturing over 1.2 billion products annually, it supplies many major food producers and retail brands, as well as to wholesaler and distributor markets worldwide, including Central & Northern Europe, Asia, North & South America and Australia.
