Food Packaging Sourcing Specialist | Sustainable Solutions

Sanz Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanz Pte. Ltd. in Singapore seeks a resourceful Food Packaging Product Sourcing Executive to source and develop new packaging products and suppliers.

You will identify innovative solutions, evaluate suppliers, negotiate terms, and coordinate development from sourcing to implementation. The role requires strong communication with overseas suppliers, resilience under pressure, and the ability to work with cross-functional teams including Sales and Supply Chain.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in business, supply chain, procurement, packaging, product development, food science or related field.
• Minimum 2 years experience in food packaging, packaging sourcing, procurement, trading or product development.
• Experience with SEA suppliers/manufacturers advantageous.
• Bilingual in English and Mandarin to communicate with Mandarin-speaking suppliers.
• Strong negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of packaging materials and manufacturing processes is advantageous.
• Willingness to travel to supplier sites when required.

Responsibilities

• Source new and innovative food packaging products, materials and solutions based on customer and market requirements.
• Identify new packaging products and potential manufacturers from overseas.
• Explore sustainable packaging solutions, including compostable and biodegradable options.
• Coordinate samples, specifications, quotations, MOQs and lead times.
• Evaluate product suitability based on quality, functionality, food-contact requirements, pricing and viability.
• Coordinate new product development from sourcing, sampling and testing through to product launch.
• Collaborate with Sales, Supply Chain and internal teams to meet customer requirements.
• Monitor developments in food packaging and sustainable materials.
• Research new packaging materials, designs and capabilities.
• Work with internal teams to understand sourcing needs.

Skills

Bilingual English & Mandarin

Negotiation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Packaging knowledge

Education

Diploma/Degree in relevant field

Job description

Sanz Pte. Ltd. in Singapore seeks a resourceful Food Packaging Product Sourcing Executive to source and develop new packaging products and suppliers.

You will identify innovative solutions, evaluate suppliers, negotiate terms, and coordinate development from sourcing to implementation. The role requires strong communication with overseas suppliers, resilience under pressure, and the ability to work with cross-functional teams including Sales and Supply Chain.