Package development and sourcing manager

Our client is seeking a strategic and hands-on Sourcing & Packaging Development Manager to lead procurement initiatives across packaging materials and contract manufacturing partners. This individual will play a critical role in supporting innovation, driving cost savings, optimizing supplier performance, and ensuring packaging solutions align with quality, sustainability, and operational objectives. Client Details Our client is a fast-growing beauty and personal care company within the Los Angeles area. Description The Key Responsibilities for the Package Development and Sourcing manager are Strategic Sourcing Lead sourcing activities for packaging materials and contract manufacturing partners. Negotiate supplier agreements, pricing, and commercial terms. Develop sourcing strategies that support business growth, cost savings, and sustainability objectives. Packaging Development Partner with cross-functional teams to develop and launch new packaging solutions. Identify opportunities to improve packaging functionality, manufacturability, and cost efficiency. Support the commercialization and execution of packaging initiatives. Cost & Supplier Management Drive cost savings through competitive sourcing, negotiations, and spend analysis. Manage supplier performance across quality, delivery, and capacity metrics. Resolve supplier issues and implement continuous improvement initiatives. Cross-Functional Collaboration Maintain sourcing data, reporting, and supplier records within ERP systems. Collaborate with Operations, Planning, Product Development, and Logistics teams to support business objectives. Ensure a smooth transition from product development through ongoing production. MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants. the company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Profile A successful Package Development and Sourcing Manager should have: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations, or a related field. 4-6 years of sourcing, procurement, or supply chain experience within consumer packaged goods (CPG). Demonstrated experience managing sourcing activities for packaging materials and contract manufacturing. Strong negotiation skills with a proven record of delivering cost savings and supplier performance improvements. Experience developing cost models and conducting financial analyses. Strong understanding of supply chain processes, commodity markets, and supplier risk management. Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency. Excellent communication, project management, and stakeholder management skills. Experience within beauty, skincare, personal care, health and wellness, or related consumer products industries. Familiarity with ERP systems, particularly NetSuite. Experience supporting packaging innovation and new product launches. Exposure to sustainability initiatives and packaging optimization projects Job Offer Competitive salary ranging from $100,000 to $135,000 annually. Comprehensive benefits package. Opportunity to make a significant impact within a rapidly growing consumer products organization. Collaborative and entrepreneurial work environment with direct exposure to executive leadership. MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.