Sr. Executive-Packaging Development

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc.; Gurgaon; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Sun Pharma is seeking a Sr. Executive in Packaging Development to lead primary packaging strategies at Gurgaon R&D. You will ensure compatibility, supervise testing, and drive development for new products and promotional packs.

Role requires strong technical packaging knowledge across materials, layouts, and sustainability, with cross-functional collaboration across marketing, procurement and vendors.

Qualifications

• Post Graduate Diploma in Packaging from IIP or equivalent Degree.
• Graduate degree in any science stream.
• Technical competencies across packaging MOC in rigids/flexibles/carton/labels/cans/glass.

Responsibilities

• Establishing Primary packaging compatibility with the product, basis analysis of product sensitivity.
• Testing of Primary, Secondary & Tertiary Packaging: Dimensional, Functional, Quality and Dispensing Parameters.
• Responsible for Designing & Development of Packaging for New Products Developments & Promotional packs as per market requirement.
• Revamping of packaging for continuous improvements in aesthetic packaging designs.
• Development of layouts of blister/strips for R&D, SU and EB batches.
• End to end Documentation for all projects.
• Root cause analysis of market complaints related to packaging.

Skills

Packaging development

Quality testing

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Sustainability projects

Education

Post Graduate Diploma in Packaging from IIP or equivalent Degree

Graduate degree in any science stream

Job description

Title: Sr. Executive-Packaging Development

Date: Aug 10, 2026

Location: Gurgaon - R&D

Company: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Job Title:

Sr. Executive

Business Unit:

Packaging Development

Job Grade

G11B

Location:

Gurgaon

At Sun Pharma, we commit to helping you “Create your own sunshine”— by fostering an environment where you grow at every step, take charge of your journey and thrive in a supportive community.

Are You Ready to Create Your Own Sunshine?

As you enter the Sun Pharma world, you’ll find yourself becoming ‘Better every day’ through continuous progress. Exhibit self-drive as you ‘Take charge’ and lead with confidence. Additionally, demonstrate a collaborative spirit, knowing that we ‘Thrive together’ and support each other’s journeys.”

Key Responsibilities

• Establishing Primary packaging compatibility with the product, basis analysis of product sensitivity
• Testing of Primary, Secondary & Tertiary Packaging: Dimensional parameters, Functional Parameters, Quality parameters, Dispensing Parameters
• Responsible for Designing & Development of Packaging for New Products Developments &

Promotional packs as per market Requirement.

• Revamping of packaging for continuous improvements in aesthetic packaging designs.
• Responsible for development of layouts of blister/strips for R&D, SU and EB batches.
• End to end Documentation for all projects.
• Resolution through technical support for root cause analysis of market complaints related to packaging.
• Reviewing and resolving packaging issues with factories and packaging vendor
• Conducting line trials at all manufacturing locations for new development.
• Artwork approvals for all SKU’s – Shade cards and Digital proofing
• Developing KLD's and maintaining accurate specifications & Bill of Materials for packaging materials.
• Post Graduate Diploma in Packaging from IIP or equivalent Degree
• Graduate degree in any science stream
• Technical Competencies like understanding of packaging MOC in rigids/ flexibles/ carton/ labels/ cans/ glass etc.
• Knowledge of testing standards
• Ability of trouble shooting packaging related issues finding the correct root cause
• Knowledge of printing processes
• Understanding of Layouts/ KLDs
• Driving sustainability projects
• Basic communication skills for cross functional collaboration with marketing, purchase and various stake holders and vendor
• Identifying and resolving packaging related issues and making decisions where ever required

Job Requirements

Educational Qualification –

• Post Graduate Diploma in Packaging from IIP or equivalent Degree
• Graduate degree in any science stream

Experience –

Your Success Matters to Us

At Sun Pharma, your success and well-being are our top priorities! We provide robust benefits and opportunities to foster personal and professional growth. Join us at Sun Pharma, where every day is an opportunity to grow, collaborate, and make a lasting impact. Let’s create a brighter future together!

Disclaimer:

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employee within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees as assigned to this job. Nothing herein shall preclude the employer from changing these duties from time to time and assigning comparable duties or other duties commensurate with the experience and background of incumbent(s).