Job Description Manager Procurement (Packaging Development)

Role - is responsible for end-to-end procurement of raw and packaging materials, with a strong focus on new packaging material development, quality assurance, cost optimization, supplier management, and compliance for domestic and export markets.

Professional certification/course from Indian Institute of Packaging (IIP) Mandatory.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement Operations
- Manage end-to-end procurement activities including processing purchase requisitions/indents (IDO).
- Review BOMs and assess net material requirements against available inventory.
- Float RFQs, prepare comparative statements, evaluate suppliers, and recommend sourcing decisions.
- Negotiate prices, delivery schedules, and payment terms.
- Execute purchase orders after internal approvals.
- Ensure timely follow-up with suppliers and coordinate with stores/logistics.

Packaging Development & Quality Assurance
- Responsible for recent packaging material development and quality verification with QA of all new incoming packaging materials.




- Prepare and approve specifications for new packaging materials including labels, cartons, inserts, and develop shade cards.
- Coordinate physical performance trials, packing line trials, and stability studies for new developments and modifications to existing packaging materials.
- Support production teams in troubleshooting and resolving packing line issues related to packaging material quality deviations.
- Handle market packaging complaints and generate Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Corrective & Preventive Actions (CAPA).
- Generate packaging material failure reports and maintain records of investigations and corrective actions.
- Coordinate with internal teams and external agencies for packaging artworks and revisions.
- Drive cost optimization by modifying packaging designs to reduce freight cost and increase truck load efficiency.
- Support sustainability and continuous improvement initiatives rel

📌 Procurement Manager (Mumbai)
🏢 upl
📍 Mumbai