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Beauty Packaging Development and Procurement Manager
Beauty Packaging Development and Procurement ManagerIFC Ventures • Republic Of India, IN
Beauty Packaging Development and Procurement Manager

Beauty Packaging Development and Procurement Manager

IFC Ventures • Republic Of India, IN
4 days ago
Job description

Location : Mumbai (On-site)

About the Role

We’re seeking a Packaging Sourcing & Development Manager with deep expertise in cosmetic and skincare packaging — from concept to commercialization. This role sits at the intersection of design, engineering, and sourcing , ensuring every jar, bottle, pump, and carton reflects premium beauty aesthetics , technical precision , and brand luxury . If you’ve worked on beauty, personal care, or luxury skincare brands , managed vendors across India and Asia , and can turn creative packaging concepts into scalable, production-ready solutions — this is for you.

Key Responsibilities

1. Packaging Development & Innovation

  • Lead end-to-end packaging development for skincare, haircare, and beauty categories — primary, secondary, and tertiary.
  • Translate design briefs into technical packaging drawings (KLDs) , ensuring brand aesthetic aligns with functionality and manufacturability .
  • Develop and validate luxury finishes like frosted glass, metallization, soft-touch lamination, embossing, and airless systems.
  • Collaborate with NPD and Marketing to introduce packaging that enhances brand storytelling and consumer experience.

2. Vendor Sourcing & Ecosystem Building

  • Identify and onboard specialized cosmetic packaging vendors for bottles, pumps, droppers, jars, caps, tubes, mono cartons, and labels.
  • Build a premium vendor network across India, China, Thailand, and Italy .
  • Conduct factory audits, material trials, and pre-production tests to ensure global standards.
  • Develop long-term partnerships with strategic vendors for innovation and cost efficiency.
  • 3. Procurement & Commercials

  • Negotiate pricing, MOQs, tooling, and lead times to optimize COGS while maintaining luxury quality.
  • Manage annual procurement budgets and track packaging cost savings without aesthetic compromise.
  • Handle new mold developments , tooling trials , and timeline coordination with vendors and R&D.
  • 4. Technical Validation & Quality

  • Ensure compatibility between formulation and packaging materials (PET, HDPE, PP, Glass, Acrylic, Aluminum, Coex).
  • Oversee stability, leak, and transit testing in collaboration with QA and vendors.
  • Validate vendor compliance with ISO, GMP, FDA, and sustainability standards.
  • Maintain detailed specifications, shade cards, BOMs, and approval protocols for all components.
  • 5. Sustainability & Material Innovation

  • Drive adoption of eco-friendly materials — PCR plastics, biodegradable tubes, bamboo, glass, aluminum, and refill systems.
  • Evaluate recyclability, biodegradability, and carbon footprint of existing packaging lines.
  • Stay ahead of clean beauty and sustainable packaging trends in global markets.
  • 6. Cross-functional Collaboration

  • Work closely with Design, Marketing, NPD, QA, and Supply Chain to ensure on-time delivery of new launches.
  • Partner with creative agencies and printers for artwork, proofs, and prepress quality control.
  • Manage samples, approvals, production timelines, and coordinate imports when required.
  • Candidate Requirements

  • 4–10 years of experience in Packaging Development / Procurement within Cosmetics, Skincare, or Personal Care .
  • Diploma or PG in Packaging Technology (IIP, SIES, or equivalent) preferred.
  • Strong vendor network for cosmetic packaging materials (India & international).
  • Sound knowledge of molding, printing, metallizing, lacquering, labeling, and carton finishing .
  • Proven ability to manage multiple NPD launches with strict timelines.
  • Passion for luxury packaging , sustainability, and detail-oriented design.
  • Why Join Us

  • Build the next generation of premium beauty packaging from India.
  • Collaborate with top creative and R&D teams across categories.
  • Be part of a brand redefining modern luxury, sustainability, and design precision .
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