Packaging Sourcing & Development Manager – Cosmetics & Skincare

Location:

About the Role:

Packaging Sourcing & Development professional

Packaging Development / Packaging Procurement / Packaging Engineering

marketing, brand management, or social media,

Key Responsibilities

1. Packaging Development & Engineering

end-to-end packaging development

categories.

technical packaging specs, drawings, and KLDs.

Glass, PET, HDPE, PP, Acrylic, Aluminum, Coex tubes, PCR, etc.

frosting, metallization, UV coating, embossing, hot foil, airless

pumps, droppers, unit cartons.

• Evaluate functionality, fitment, component tolerances & manufacturability.

• Support NPD with packaging prototypes, sampling, and technical validation.

2. Vendor Sourcing & Supplier Management

cosmetic packaging manufacturers

• Build a reliable vendor base for:

• bottles

• jars

• pumps & sprayers

• caps

• tubes

• mono cartons

• labels & shrink sleeves

• Conduct factory visits, quality audits, and process capability checks.

• Manage long-term vendor relations to drive innovation, quality & cost optimization.

3. Procurement & Commercial Management

• Negotiate pricing, MOQs, tooling charges, and lead times.

tooling/mold development

• Optimize COGS while ensuring premium brand quality.

• Maintain BOM, costing sheets, timelines & procurement documentation.

4. Technical Testing & Quality Assurance

• Conduct compatibility studies for formula + packaging interactions.

drop test, transit test, leak test, stress test, stability & shelf-life.

• Approve artworks, shades, color matching & printing proofs with suppliers.

ISO, GMP, FDA, sustainability

5. Sustainability & New Material Exploration

PCR plastics, recyclable materials, glass-first solutions, refillable systems.

• Explore innovative materials & formats aligned with global sustainability benchmarks.

6. Cross-functional Collaboration

• Work with Design, NPD, QA, Marketing (only for packaging brief), Procurement & Supply Chain.

• Ensure timely launch of all new packs by owning packaging timelines end-to-end.

• Coordinate sampling, master approvals, production sign-offs & imports if required.

Candidate Requirements

4–10 years

Engineering

Diploma / PG in Packaging Technology (IIP, SIES, UDCT, or

equivalent).

• Strong technical command on molds, injection molding, blow molding, vacuum metallizing,

lacquering, printing, lamination, and carton fabrication.

India + China/Thailand

• Ability to manage multiple simultaneous NPD projects with accuracy and speed.

luxury packaging engineering

Important Note:

This is NOT a Marketing, Branding, or Social Media role. Only applicants with Packaging Development / Packaging Procurement / Packaging Engineering experience will be considered.

Why Join Us

premium beauty packaging

• Collaborate with leading designers, labs, and international vendors.

modern skincare luxury