6734 - Purchasing and Sourcing Manager

Company Overview:

This company specializes in packaging solutions for the pharmaceutical and medical industries, emphasizing quality and precision in their work. They deliver premium packaging products, including folding cartons, rigid boxes, and patient inserts for global clients, ensuring high standards in every aspect of production.

Job Descriptions:

1. Strategic Sourcing
Develop sourcing strategies for:
o Pharmaceutical-grade paperboard (FBB, SBS, coated/uncoated)
o Leaflet paper (thin, high-opacity, pharma-grade)
o Low-migration inks (UV, offset, flexo)
o Coatings and varnishes (water-based, UV)
o Chemicals (solvents, fountain solutions)
o Printing consumables (plates, blankets, wash cloths)
o Adhesives and laminates for cartons / leaflet
Identify compliant alternative materials
Monitor market trends in paper, chemicals, and pharma packaging materials

2. Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance
Ensure all materials comply with (refer customer requirements):
o ISO standards (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 14001, etc)
o FDA / FCS (if applicable)
Maintain documentation for audits (COA, MSDS, technical data sheets)
Support internal and external audits (customer, regulatory bodies)

3. Supplier Qualification & Management
Qualify suppliers based on pharma compliance standards
Conduct supplier audits and risk assessments
Maintain Approved Supplier List
Monitor supplier KPIs (quality consistency, traceability, lead time)

4. Contract Negotiation & Cost Management
Negotiate long-term agreements with compliant suppliers
Balance cost-saving initiatives with strict quality and compliance needs
Negotiate pricing, MOQs, and long-term agreements

5. Production & Technical Collaboration
Work with QA, QC, and production teams on:
o Material trials and validation (inks, paperboard, coatings)
o Printability and machinability (offset, flexo)
Support new product development for pharma clients

6. Key Skills & Competencies
Technical understanding of printing processes
Cost analysis & budgeting
Supplier development
Problem-solving in production-related issues
Cross-functional communication

Requirements: