Job Description

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1. New Product Development (NPD) Support ? Collaborate closely with R&D, Marketing, Packaging Development, and Operations teams to understand NPD briefs and technical requirements. ? Identify and source raw materials, fragrances, actives, excipients, and packaging components required for new product launches. ? Drive feasibility checks, cost benchmarking, and alternative sourcing for NPD projects. ? Work with vendors to develop prototypes, lab samples, artworks, and ensure technical compliance.
2. Vendor Identification & Development ? Identify and onboard new vendors for: ₹ Fragrance compounds ? Cosmetic-grade ingredients ? Aerosol components ? Primary & secondary packaging ? Contract manufacturers (3rd-party finished goods) ? Evaluate vendor capabilities, infrastructure, certifications (ISO, GMP, FDA, etc.), and their ability to meet Yardley quality and service standards. ? Conduct vendor audits in coordination with Quality Assurance.
3. Cost Management & Negotiation ? Ensure competitive pricing through benchmarking, multi-sourcing and value engineering. ? Negotiate commercial terms, MOQs, lead times, and long-term supply agreements. ? Maintain cost sheets, should-cost models, and regularly review cost-saving opportunities.
4. Supplier Relationship Management ? Build strong, collaborative relationships with key suppliers to drive innovation and reliability. ? Review vendor performance on quality, delivery, responsiveness, and cost. ? Resolve supply issues, rejections, and quality deviations in coordination with QA and Operations..
5. Procurement Operations ? Ensure timely PO issuance, procurement planning, and alignment with production schedules. ? Monitor market trends, commodity prices, and supply risks impacting fragrance and personal care categories. ? Ensure full compliance with regulatory, safety, quality, and ethical sourcing standards. Key Skills & Competencies:- ? Strong knowledge of fragrance components, cosmetic ingredients, packaging materials, and personal care manufacturing processes. ? Deep understanding of vendor ecosystems for contract manufacturing and finished goods procurement. ? Excellent negotiation, costing, and analytical skills. ? Ability to manage cross-functional projects and drive timely NPD execution. ? Strong documentation, communication, and interpersonal skills. ? Proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
Qualification & Experience:- ? Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Cosmetics Technology, or Supply Chain. ? MBA in Supply Chain or Operations (preferred). ? 5-10 years of experience in sourcing/procurement within fragrances, personal care, beauty, FMCG, or related industries. ? Experience in vendor development, 3P manufacturing setups, and NPD sourcing is essential. ? In terms of background if the candidate has handled Perfume Manufacturing would be preferred and would need to be well connecting to 3P manufacturer network.

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