/n Requirement for Packaging Material Purchase Manager - From Food Manufacturing Companies /n /n Purchase Manager - Packaging Category Buyer - Manager /n /n /n Position Overview: /n The 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. /n Key Responsibilities: /n /n
- Develop and implement procurement strategies for packaging materials
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- Conduct spend analysis and identify opportunities for cost reduction, process improvement, and value engineering.
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- Identify, evaluate, and qualify suppliers based on quality, cost, capacity, sustainability, and compliance.
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- Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms to secure favourable agreements.
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- Benchmark costs and ensure competitiveness in the market.
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- Build and maintain strong relationships with key packaging suppliers.
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- Monitor supplier performance (quality, delivery, service, innovation).
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- Drive supplier development and risk management initiatives.
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- Partner with R&D;, Marketing, and Operations to support new product development (NPD)
and packaging innovation projects.
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- Coordinate with logistics and planning for timely availability of materials.
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- Ensure compliance with packaging regulations, food safety standards, and legal requirements.
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- Track, analyze, and report savings, supplier performance, and category KPIs.
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- Implement cost reduction initiatives without compromising quality or functionality.
/n /n /n Qualifications & Skills: /n /n
- Bachelor’s degree in related field.
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- 4–8 years of procurement experience, with at least 2–3 years in packaging procurement/category management.
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- Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
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- Good knowledge of packaging materials, technologies, and suppliers.
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- Familiarity with sustainability trends in packaging.
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- Robust analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
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- Proficiency in ERP systems and MS Office.
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- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and interpersonal skills.
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- Strategic sourcing mindset
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- Cost consciousness & value engineering orientation
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- Strong supplier management & partnership skills
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- Innovation-driven with sustainability focus
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- Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities
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[email protected] /n
📌 Packaging Material Purchase Manager - From Food Manufacturing (Mumbai)
🏢 SG OASIS HR CONSULTANCY
📍 Mumbai