Senior Executive Packaging Procurement Planning

Executive / Senior Executive Packaging Procurement & Planning (Telecom / EV Charger Industry)

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Position Summary

Packaging Procurement Executive/Senior Executive

Hyderabad or nearby locations

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Packaging Material Management

• Manage procurement and inventory planning of packaging materials required for production and logistics operations.
• Ensure timely availability of all packaging materials to support production schedules and customer dispatch commitments.
• Handle procurement of:
• Corrugated Boxes
• Wooden Boxes/Crates
• EPE Foams
• Bubble Wraps
• BOPP Tapes
• Stretch/Shrink Films
• Edge Protectors
• Labels & Stickers
• Strapping Materials
• Other secondary and tertiary packaging materials
• Coordinate closely with Production, Stores, Logistics, and Planning teams to ensure smooth material flow.

MRP Planning & SAP Operations

• Generate and monitor material requirements through SAP/MRP.
• Plan monthly ordering schedules based on production forecasts and dispatch plans.
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure adequate safety stocks are maintained.
• Track open purchase orders and expedite deliveries whenever required.
• Maintain procurement records, supplier data, and planning reports in SAP.

Supplier Management & Development

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with packaging suppliers.
• Coordinate regularly with vendors to communicate monthly and weekly requirements.
• Ensure suppliers adhere to committed delivery schedules.
• Identify and develop alternate suppliers to improve supply reliability and cost competitiveness.
• Conduct supplier performance tracking on Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Responsiveness.

Logistics & Production Support

• Work closely with production and logistics teams to understand daily packaging requirements.
• Ensure no line stoppages or dispatch delays due to packaging material shortages.
• Support new product development and customer-specific packaging requirements.
• Coordinate implementation of cost-effective and robust packaging solutions.

Cost Control & Continuous Improvement

• Negotiate commercial terms with suppliers for optimum pricing and service levels.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities through packaging optimization and alternate sourcing.
• Monitor packaging consumption trends and recommend improvements.
• Support initiatives related to inventory reduction and working capital optimization.

Desired Supplier Network Exposure

The candidate should have prior sourcing experience and supplier connections across:

• Corrugated Box Manufacturers
• Wooden Box and Crate Manufacturers
• EPE Foam Suppliers
• Stretch Film and Shrink Film Suppliers
• Packaging Consumable Suppliers
• Industrial Packaging Vendors
• Logistics Packaging Service Providers

local packaging suppliers in and around Hyderabad and Telangana region.

Required Technical Competencies

Procurement & Planning Skills

• Strong understanding of MRP-based procurement and inventory planning.
• Experience in monthly procurement planning and order scheduling.
• Knowledge of packaging material specifications and applications.
• Understanding of inventory control and stock management principles.

SAP & System Knowledge

• Sound working knowledge of SAP (MM Module preferred).
• Ability to generate MRP reports, purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and inventory reports.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and procurement reporting tools.

Packaging Knowledge

• Good understanding of industrial packaging requirements for Telecom Equipment, EV Chargers, Electrical Panels, Enclosures, and Electronics Products.
• Knowledge of transit packaging, export packaging, and warehouse packaging practices.
• Familiarity with packaging material testing and quality requirements.

Communication & Coordination Skills

• Strong vendor communication and follow-up skills.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

Educational Qualification

• Graduate or Diploma holder in Mechanical, Electrical, Production, Industrial Engineering, or related technical disciplines.
• Any equivalent technical qualification with relevant industry experience will also be considered.
• Certification in Supply Chain, Materials Management, or SAP will be an added advantage.

Experience

• 5-6 years of relevant experience

  in Procurement, Packaging Procurement, Material Planning, or Supply Chain functions.
• Experience in

  Telecom Equipment, EV Charger, Electrical Equipment, Electronics Manufacturing, Industrial Manufacturing, or similar industries.

• Hands-on exposure to SAP-driven procurement and MRP-based planning is mandatory.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Based in

  Hyderabad or nearby locations.

• Strong network of packaging suppliers in Hyderabad and surrounding regions.
• Experience in managing packaging requirements for high-volume manufacturing operations.
• Good commercial understanding and negotiation skills.
• Self-driven, proactive, and capable of independently handling procurement activities.

Key Skills

• Packaging Procurement
• SAP MM
• Material Requirement Planning (MRP)
• Inventory Management
• Vendor Development
• Supplier Coordination
• Procurement Planning
• Corrugated Boxes
• Wooden Packaging
• EPE Foam
• Shrink Films
• Packaging Materials
• Logistics Coordination
• Supply Chain Management
• Cost Optimization
• Purchase Order Management

Success Criteria

• Zero production loss due to packaging material shortages.
• Timely availability of packaging materials for production and dispatch.
• Accurate MRP-based planning and ordering.
• Strong supplier performance and on-time deliveries.
• Effective inventory management with optimized stock levels.
• Continuous cost reduction and packaging improvement initiatives.

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