Position Title:
Packaging Procurement Manager - FMCG & Food Manufacturing

Position Summary:
The Packaging Procurement Manager is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for all packaging materials used across the organization. The role ensures uninterrupted supply of high-quality, food-protected packaging materials at the most competitive total cost while driving supplier performance, innovation, sustainability, and continuous cost optimization.

The incumbent will work closely with Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, R&D;, Marketing, Planning, Finance, and Logistics to support current product development, improve packaging performance, mitigate supply risks, and deliver procurement excellence.

Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Procurement & Category Management:
Develop and execute category strategies for primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging materials.
Manage procurement of:
Adaptable laminates and pouches
Printed films
Corrugated boxes and shippers
Folding cartons
PET bottles, HDPE containers, jars and caps
Labels,



sleeves and shrink films
Mono cartons
Pallets and transport packaging
Develop annual sourcing plans aligned with production forecasts and business growth.
Identify alternate suppliers and develop dual sourcing strategies to minimize supply risks.
Conduct periodic market intelligence on packaging materials, polymers, paper, aluminium, inks, adhesives, and resin price movements.
Lead RFQs, supplier selection, commercial evaluations, contract negotiations, and long-term agreements.

Commercial Negotiation & Cost Optimization:
Deliver annual procurement savings through strategic sourcing, supplier consolidation, and value engineering.
Negotiate pricing, payment terms, rebates, tooling investments, and logistics costs.
Drive Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) improvements instead of focusing solely on purchase price.
Lead packaging cost reduction projects without compromising food safety, quality, functionality, or

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