Supply Chain & Manufacturing is where our brands are made, moved, and delivered to the world. With over half of our people working across more than 100 sites, this is a complex, large-scale operation that brings together production, logistics, engineering, and supplier partnerships.

About the Role

As a Senior Professional in Packaging Material Quality, you will be an individual contributor with in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge in your discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines. You will act as a resource for other team members, may lead projects with limited risks and resource requirements, and solve problems by taking a new perspective on existing solutions.

Qualifications & Experience

• M.Sc. in Chemistry, Microbiology, Food Technology, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Polymer/Plastic Engineering, or Packaging degree/certification from IIP, SIES, or CIPET
• Strong practical exposure to packaging materials, supplier quality systems, manufacturing/packaging operations, and packaging trials/POCs
• 5-10 years of relevant experience in Packaging Material Quality, Supplier Quality, Manufacturing Quality, or Packaging Development within Distillery, Brewery, FMCG, Beverage, Food, Pharma, or similar high-volume manufacturing industries
• Knowledge of SAP/LIMS, laboratory systems, HACCP, ISO/FSSC 22000, and statistical quality tools

Key Responsibilities

• Play a pivotal role in Supplier Quality improvement in collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders in the West Region
• Drive, coordinate, and execute POCs/trials for Innovation, Renovation, and Productivity projects planned at any manufacturing unit within the West region
• Partner effectively with Manufacturing, Engineering, Procurement, Packaging Development, Innovation, and other relevant stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements, including Packaging Quality, L1, GRMS, GMP & Food safety Systems
• Develop Packaging supplier quality management systems through Self-Assessment & Periodic Audits
• Drive Supplier Quality assurance through Capability development and trainings
• Enable unit QC teams to carry out effective incoming inspection by providing specifications, AQL, procedures, equipment & training
• Drive Supplier Quality Performance through supplier quality score card and periodic reviews
• Drive Alternate Supplier development by supporting with Qualification & Follow-up Audits
• Conduct vendor visits for investigation and resolution of Packaging Material quality issues
• Provide technical support to all manufacturing units within the West region for Packaging Material quality and runnability issues

Key Competencies

• Ownership: Takes end-to-end accountability for Packaging Material Supplier Quality and successful POC execution within the region & project deliverables
• Project execution: Effectively plans and executes POCs for Innovation, Renovation, and Productivity initiatives
• Problem-solving: Moves beyond containment to identify true root causes and implement sustainable corrective actions
• Influencing: Effectively influences suppliers and internal stakeholders without relying solely on authority
• Collaboration: Builds strong partnerships across Supply, Procurement, Engineering, Manufacturing, Packaging Development, and Innovation teams

Working with Us

We offer a highly competitive Rewards and Benefits package, including flexibility to manage your wellbeing and balance your priorities from day one. We value diversity and want everyone to feel they can belong, contribute, and strive for their personal best.

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