Packaging Development Manager

Reputed Healthcare Company; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,700,000; Full time

Job summary

Reputed Healthcare Company in Mumbai seeks a Lead – Packaging Development and Procurement to drive end-to-end packaging programs for cosmetics products, including sourcing, vendor development, cost optimization and commercialization of packaging materials.

You will manage suppliers, coordinate with design, marketing, R&D, manufacturing and quality teams, ensure regulatory compliance, and lead value engineering to reduce costs while sustaining quality and performance.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in packaging development and procurement in cosmetics/ FMCG.
• Proven expertise in cosmetic packaging formats and materials.
• Experience with small- to medium-scale packaging suppliers and converters.
• Strong exposure to low-volume and customized packaging procurement.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of primary and secondary packaging formats including tubes, bottles, jars, and cartons.
• Drive projects from concept through development, qualification and factory commercialization.
• Ensure packaging compatibility with product formulation and filling lines.
• Validate packaging performance, machinability and product integrity.
• Coordinate with design, marketing, R&D, manufacturing and quality teams.
• Execute cost optimization and value engineering initiatives.
• Identify, evaluate and onboard packaging material suppliers.
• Lead supplier negotiations to achieve cost, quality and service goals.
• Ensure continuity of supply and alternative sourcing strategies.

Skills

Plastic packaging

Tubes

Pumps & dispensers

Cartons & labels

Printing technologies

Filling line

Packaging validation

Supplier qualification

Negotiation

Stakeholder mgmt

Cost optimization

Project management

Cross-functional collab

Education

Post Graduate Diploma in Packaging (IIP)

Tools

Regulatory packaging standards

Job description

Lead end-to-end packaging development and procurement activities for cosmetic products, including sourcing, vendor development, cost optimization, artwork execution, and commercialization of packaging materials. The role requires strong technical expertise in cosmetic packaging as well as commercial and supplier management capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

Packaging Development

• Lead development of primary and secondary packaging formats including tubes, bottles, jars, rigid plastic components, pumps, droppers, glass containers, cartons, labels, and other cosmetic packaging formats.
• Drive packaging projects from concept design through development, qualification, and factory commercialization.
• Ensure packaging compatibility with product formulation, filling lines, and supply chain requirements.
• Validate packaging performance, machinability, filling-line suitability, and product integrity.
• Coordinate with design, marketing, R&D, manufacturing, and quality teams for successful packaging implementation.
• Execute packaging structure optimization and value engineering initiatives to improve functionality and reduce costs.
• Identify, evaluate, develop, and onboard packaging material suppliers.
• Conduct supplier capability assessments covering quality systems, manufacturing capacity, compliance, and commercial competitiveness.
• Manage end-to-end procurement of packaging materials, especially for low- to medium-volume requirements.
• Lead commercial negotiations with vendors to achieve cost, quality, and service objectives.
• Validate packaging material costs and benchmark market pricing.
• Ensure continuity of supply and establish alternate sourcing strategies where required.

Artwork & Print Management

• Manage artwork development from design briefing through print-ready execution.
• Coordinate with agencies, printers, converters, and internal stakeholders for timely artwork approvals.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, branding, and print reproduction requirements.
• Monitor print quality and execution during production.

Cost & Sustainability Initiatives

• Drive annual cost-saving and productivity projects.
• Identify opportunities for material reduction, packaging optimization, and sustainable packaging solutions.
• Support initiatives related to recyclability, material substitution, and environmental sustainability.

Desired Candidate Profile

Education

• Post Graduate Diploma in Packaging from Indian Institute of Packaging (IIP) or equivalent qualification in Packaging Technology.

Experience

• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in packaging development and procurement within the cosmetics, personal care, beauty, or FMCG industry.
• Proven expertise in cosmetic packaging formats and materials.
• Experience working with small- and medium-scale packaging suppliers and converters.
• Strong exposure to low-volume and customized packaging procurement.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of:
• Plastic packaging(rigid and flexible)
• Tubes
• Pumps and dispensers
• Cartons and labels
• Printing technologies
• Filling line compatibility and packaging validation
• Hands-on experience in packaging development, quality validation, commercialization, and supplier qualification.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Cross-functional collaboration and project management skills.
• Analytical mindset with a focus on cost optimization and value engineering.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple development projects simultaneously.