Manager, Packaging Sourcing - India

The Role:

A Seasoned Packaging Sourcing Leader working in FMCG-Pharma Industry with Global Business/Market exposure. The person will lead a team of sourcing experts and will contribute through negotiations, category management, and balanced innovations.

How you would contribute:

• Manager, Packaging Sourcing will manage vendor partnerships and ensure the procurement of high-quality packaging materials. Key responsibilities include:

  • Vendor Management: Select and evaluate vendors to meet business goals.

  • Strategic Sourcing: Use data and strategic principles to assess cost, quality, risk, and compatibility.

  • Quality Assurance: Lead all aspects of procurement and ensure compliance with industry standards.

  • Market Analysis: Conduct market analysis for informed procurement decisions.

  • Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams (Manufacturing, Supply Chain, R&D, etc.) to support new product launches.

What’s special about the team:

• Be a part of an ambitious, high-performance Global Product Sourcing team
• Constant mentorship from Global Category Leads
• Standard methodologies for learning and training

Supervisory responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of Sourcing Category Leads.

• Supervise and guide the development of sourcing strategies and new product packaging concepts.

• Provide mentoring, training, and performance management to team members.

• Develop a collaborative, high-performance work environment that encourages growth and excellence.

Skills and background required to be successful:

• In-depth knowledge of packaging materials and industry standards
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Excellent grasp of packaging technical skill and business dynamics competence

Education:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field with equivalent experience
• Degree/Diploma from the Indian Institute of Packaging (IIP) is desired
• Packaging background in FMCG or Pharma
• Minimum of 10-12 years of experience in sourcing and new product launch, preferably in packaging materials
• Strong negotiation, communication, and leadership skills
• Proficiency in ERP Oracle systems and PLM Agile