Job Summary

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 & Experiencex

- 37 years of experience in Packaging Procurement / Purchase / Sourcing.
- Experience in FMCG, Beauty & Personal Care, Pharma, Cosmetics, Home Care, or Consumer Goods preferred.
- Robust 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.

📌 Senior Executive Procurement (Mumbai)
🏢 Idam Natural Wellness
📍 Mumbai