Job DescriptionRequirement for Packaging Material Purchase Manager - From Food Manufacturing Companies
nPurchase Manager - Packaging Category Buyer - Manager
nPosition Overview:
nThe Packaging Category Buyer is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing the procurement of all packaging materials (primary, secondary, and tertiary) required for the business. This role ensures cost-effective, sustainable, and innovative packaging solutions while maintaining supplier quality, compliance, and reliability. The role collaborates closely with supply chain, production, R&D;, and marketing teams to support business needs and deliver value.
nKey Responsibilities:
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- Develop and implement procurement strategies for packaging materialsn
- Conduct spend analysis and identify opportunities for cost reduction, process improvement, and value engineering.n
- Identify, evaluate, and qualify suppliers based on quality, cost, capacity, sustainability, and compliance.n
- Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms to secure favourable agreements.n




- Benchmark costs and ensure competitiveness in the market.n
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key packaging suppliers.n
- Monitor supplier performance (quality, delivery, service, innovation).n
- Drive supplier development and risk management initiatives.n
- Partner with R&D;, Marketing, and Operations to support recent product development (NPD) and packaging innovation projects.n
- Coordinate with logistics and planning for timely availability of materials.n
- Ensure compliance with packaging regulations, food safety standards, and legal requirements.n
- Track, analyze, and report savings, supplier performance, and category KPIs.n
- Implement cost reduction initiatives without compromising quality or functionality.n

nQualifications & Skills:
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- Bachelor's degree in related field.n
- 4–8 years of procurement experience, with at least 2–3 years in packaging procurement/category management.n
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📌 Packaging Material Purchase Manager (Maharashtra)
🏢 SG OASIS HR CONSULTANCY
📍 Maharashtra