Manager – NPD Packaging
Essar · Mumbai
1. Own end-to-end packaging development
- Cover FMCG categories including juices, frozen products, protein bars and ketchup.
- Develop packaging for both domestic India and international markets like UAE and UK.
- Manage formats including cold-chain films, glass & plastic bottles, flow-wraps, laminates, cartons, rigid boxes, trays and gift/secondary packaging.
2. Build and manage the packaging vendor ecosystem
- Identify, evaluate, onboard and audit converters, packaging manufacturers and material suppliers.
- Maintain a live database of 20+ qualified vendors.
- Develop alternate and backup suppliers to minimise single-source and supply continuity risks.
3. Drive cost negotiation and value engineering
- Lead packaging PO cycles and negotiate MOQs, pricing and payment terms.
- Identify opportunities for material optimisation and cost reduction.
- Deliver measurable and quantifiable savings on packaging spend without compromising quality, functionality or compliance.
4. Drive cross-