Executive Packaging Procurement

We are looking for a dynamic Packaging Procurement professional responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring packaging materials while ensuring the right quality, cost, and timely availability. The role will involve working closely with suppliers, R&D, Quality, Production, Planning, and Business teams to manage end-to-end packaging procurement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end procurement of primary and secondary packaging materials.

• Source packaging materials such as:

• Glass & Plastic Bottles

• Jars, Tubes & Containers

• Caps, Closures & Pumps

• PET / HDPE / PP Packaging

• Laminates & Pouches

• Labels, Sleeves & Stickers

• Corrugated Boxes & Cartons

• Mono Cartons

• Printed Packaging Materials

• Shrink Films, BOPP & Other Flexible Packaging

• Identify and develop new suppliers based on cost, quality, capacity, lead time, and reliability.

• Float RFQs, evaluate quotations, conduct commercial negotiations, and finalize suppliers.

• Negotiate price, MOQ, payment terms, lead time, tooling/development cost, and credit terms.

• Coordinate with R&D, Quality, Production, and Design teams for new packaging development and approval.

• Ensure packaging materials are procured as per approved specifications, drawings, samples, and quality standards.

• Track purchase orders and ensure timely delivery as per production requirements.

• Monitor supplier performance, including quality, delivery, responsiveness, and cost competitiveness.

• Develop alternate suppliers to reduce single-source dependency and supply risks.

• Maintain supplier database, comparative statements, cost sheets, and procurement MIS.

• Drive cost-saving and value-engineering initiatives through alternate materials, suppliers, and packaging optimization.

• Coordinate with Quality teams for supplier audits, rejection management, and corrective actions.

• Manage commercial and operational issues related to packaging suppliers.

• Maintain proper procurement documentation and ensure compliance with internal procurement processes.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 3-4 years of experience in Packaging Procurement / Purchase / Sourcing.
• Experience in FMCG, Beauty & Personal Care, Pharma, Cosmetics, Home Care, or Consumer Goods preferred.
• Strong knowledge of packaging materials and suppliers.
• Hands-on experience in vendor development, sourcing, negotiation, and cost optimization.
• Good understanding of packaging specifications, quality parameters, and manufacturing processes.
• Strong analytical and commercial negotiation skills.
• Good knowledge of MS Excel, ERP/SAP, procurement tools, and MIS.
• Ability to manage multiple suppliers and packaging projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills.

Preferred Candidate Profile:

Candidates from companies dealing with Beauty & Personal Care, Cosmetics, Pharma, FMCG, Home Care, Food & Beverage, or Consumer Products will be preferred.