Ismail Industries Limited is seeking an experienced and results-driven Packaging Buyer to lead strategic packaging procurement initiatives, optimize sourcing activities, and ensure a reliable and cost-effective supply of packaging materials across the organization.
Key Responsibilities:
– Develop and implement category strategies for flexible packaging, cartons, corrugates, labels, rigid plastics, and specialty packaging materials.
– Lead sourcing activities, supplier evaluations, tendering processes, contract negotiations, and category roadmap development aligned with business objectives.
– Deliver annual cost savings and productivity targets by effectively managing packaging cost drivers, including base materials, inks, adhesives, freight, and foreign exchange fluctuations.
– Drive Purchase Price Variance (PPV) improvements through strategic sourcing and negotiations.
– Build and maintain strategic supplier partnerships through performance reviews, capability assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives.
– Ensure uninterrupted supply of packaging materials by implementing dual sourcing strategies and contingency plans for critical materials.
– Monitor supplier performance, market trends,and capacity constraints to support informed procurement decisions.
– Collaborate with R&D, Packaging Development, Manufacturing, and Marketing teams to identify opportunities for packaging optimization, material substitution, standardization, and gauge reduction.
– Support new product development and commercialization projects by ensuring timely packaging sourcing and supplier readiness.
– Drive sustainable packaging and recycling initiatives while ensuring compliance with food safety, quality, regulatory, and environmental standards.
Qualifications & Skills:
– Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Technology, Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field; Master’s degree or relevant professional certification is preferred
– 8-10 years of relevant experience in packaging procurement within FMCG, food manufacturing, or packaging sectors
– Strong knowledge of packaging cost modeling and category management
– Sound understanding of Procure-to-Pay (P2P) and Material Requirements Planning (MRP) processes
– Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and hands-on experience with SAP (MM Module)
– Strong commercial negotiation and supplier relationship management (SRM) skills
– Strong interpersonal, communication,and analytical skills
Send your resume to careers@ismailindustries.com, mentioning the position title in the subject line.
Ismail Industries Limited is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to apply.
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