Packaging Manager (EPD & NPD Focus)

Qualification: B.Sc / B.E / Diploma in Packaging / Printing / Food / Polymer Technology or equivalent. Experience: 10+ years in FMCG / Food Manufacturing / Consumer Goods. Preferred Industry: Food Manufacturing / FMCG / Snacks / Breakfast Cereals / Instant Mixes / Spices / Ready-to-Eat. CTC : 12-14 LPA What You'll Do: • Drive cost-optimization through material substitution, downgauging, design optimization, and alternate structures — without compromising quality or shelf life. • Lead packaging re-engineering across laminates, mono cartons, labels, jars, pouches, corrugated boxes, and flexible films. • Conduct packaging trials, validations, and track cost savings from EPD initiatives. • Develop functional, cost-effective, and visually appealing packaging for new product launches, in close coordination with R&D and Marketing. • Manage artwork development, approvals, version control, and packaging change management. • Identify, evaluate, and qualify vendors; conduct audits and support commercial negotiations. • Ensure compliance with FSSAI, labeling norms, and export/customer requirements. • Drive continuous improvement in packaging quality, cost, and sustainability. What We're Looking For: • Strong technical knowledge of flexible laminates, mono cartons, labels, corrugated boxes, rigid packaging, and stand-up pouches. • Proven experience in packaging cost optimization and EPD projects. • Solid understanding of printing, artwork approvals, and the packaging development process. • Strong vendor management, negotiation, and cross-functional coordination skills. • Knowledge of FSSAI packaging regulations. • A data-driven, hands-on, result-oriented approach.