Senior Manager - PM Procurement

Purplle.com; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Purplle.com in Mumbai is seeking a Senior Manager for PM Procurement to lead the end-to-end packaging procurement strategy for over 1,500 SKUs. The role focuses on ensuring cost-efficient and high-quality packaging solutions that enhance brand value.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in procurement within FMCG or cosmetics, strong vendor management skills, and the ability to drive sustainability initiatives. The position requires collaboration across various teams to ensure timely delivery and adherence to specifications.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in procurement/packaging sourcing in FMCG, cosmetics, or e-commerce.
• Strong knowledge of plastics, laminates, paperboard, printing processes.
• Experience managing large SKU portfolios and multi-brand environments.
• Proven vendor management and contract negotiation expertise.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategy for all packaging types.
• Source, evaluate, and manage high-performance suppliers.
• Lead vendor negotiations and finalize contracts.
• Drive sustainability initiatives with eco-friendly packaging.
• Oversee procurement ensuring OTIF delivery and adherence to specifications.
• Collaborate with marketing, R&D, quality, and operations.
• Track supplier performance via audits and scorecards.

Skills

Packaging materials

Sourcing strategies

ERP tools

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s in Engineering/Packaging Technology

MBA in Supply Chain or related field preferred

Job description

Senior Manager PM Procurement

Location: Vikhroli, Mumbai (In-office)

Team: 4–5 direct reports

Role Overview

Lead end‑to‑end packaging procurement strategy, planning, and execution for over 1,500 SKUs across 6+ Purplle Private Brands in personal care and cosmetics. Ensure cost‑efficient, sustainable, and high‑quality packaging solutions that enhance brand value.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategy for all packaging types – bottles, tubes, laminates, labels, cartons, corrugated boxes, pouches, etc.
• Source, evaluate, and manage high‑performance suppliers; drive innovation and cost optimization.
• Lead vendor negotiations and finalize contracts to achieve best value without quality compromise.
• Drive sustainability initiatives with eco‑friendly packaging materials and processes.
• Oversee day‑to‑day procurement ensuring OTIF (On Time In Full) delivery and adherence to specifications.
• Collaborate with marketing, R&D, quality, and operations for NPDs and product refreshes.
• Track supplier performance via audits, scorecards, and continuous improvement programs.

Required Experience

• 5+ years in procurement/packaging sourcing in FMCG, cosmetics, or e‑commerce.
• Strong knowledge of plastics, laminates, paperboard, printing processes.
• Experience managing large SKU portfolios and multi‑brand environments.
• Proven vendor management and contract negotiation expertise.

Skills & Competencies

• Technical: Packaging materials, sourcing strategies, ERP tools, costing, budgeting.
• Soft: Negotiation, stakeholder management, leadership, analytical thinking, collaboration.

Education

Bachelor’s in Engineering/Packaging Technology; MBA in Supply Chain or related field preferred.

Other Requirements

Willingness to travel for supplier visits, audits, and industry events.

Key KPIs

• Cost savings % vs. budget.
• OTIF supply performance.
• Vendor quality and compliance score.
• Sustainability milestones achieved.