28651907401 - Sourcing and Packaging Engineer

Job Title: Sourcing and Packaging Engineer

Schedule: 7am to 4pm PST (US Time Zone)

Our client is a prominent player in the skincare sector, committed to providing innovative and high-quality products. The position will support component development for a wide range of brands. Responsible for new product development, product maintenance, cost savings and sustainability while working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project launches. Direct communication with Global Packaging Suppliers to verify quality, accuracy, and design across all product brands.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Drive innovative design and materials for both primary and secondary components
• Maintain project timelines, tasks, and costs to ensure on-time, on-cost launches of new products
• Manage all aspects of component specification development and document administration for packaging materials
• Define specifications, defect ranges, and design criteria to facilitate an optimized process flow with component manufacturers
• Compile samples, quotes, and specifications required for internal testing on both primary and secondary packaging components
• Investigate and lead sustainability efforts on packaging materials across all business segments
• Liaise with production to ensure packaging is optimized for the production environment
• Assist to establish quality standard for new components
• Develop new suppliers to enhance the overall sourcing network.
• Administrative task including PO creation, PPS inspection, oversea shipments arrangement, part number request, etc.
• Other tasks assigned.
• Backup for team members

• The ideal candidate is required to have a minimum of 1-2 years’ experience of personal care or cosmetic packaging business, experience with global sourcing.
• The ideal candidate is required to have knowledge and experience of purchasing and costing.
• Certificate in recognized Packaging Program preferred.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to work in professional manner.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong Communication Skills, both verbal and written
• Strong Project Management Skills
• Computer skills including Microsoft Outlook and Excel
• Multi-tasking
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.