NPD - Purchase Executive

Job Title: NPD – Purchase Executive

Company: Sterling Perfumes
Location: [Insert Location]
Salary: [Insert Range, if applicable]

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive NPD – Purchase Executive with experience in cosmetics or personal care product packaging. The ideal candidate will manage sourcing and procurement of components such as PET bottles, HDPE bottles, caps, labels, and cartons, and coordinate with suppliers, designers, and internal teams for timely product development and launches.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with the NPD and marketing teams for packaging development of new cosmetic products.
• Source and negotiate with suppliers for PET/HDPE bottles, closures, pumps, labels, and secondary packaging materials.
• Evaluate vendor quotations to ensure cost-effectiveness, quality, and timely delivery.
• Follow up with suppliers for samples, artworks, and approvals.
• Manage and track all purchase orders related to new product development.
• Coordinate artwork finalization with the design team, ensuring specifications and branding guidelines are met.
• Maintain accurate records of packaging specifications, costing, and vendor details.
• Collaborate with the QA/QC and production teams for first-trial approvals and packaging compatibility checks.
• Stay updated on market trends, new packaging innovations, and material developments within the cosmetics and personal care industry.
• Ensure all materials and packaging comply with company standards and regulatory requirements.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in purchase/procurement, preferably within the cosmetics, FMCG, or personal care industry.
• Strong knowledge of PET, HDPE, and label materials and their sourcing.
• Experience handling artwork development and vendor coordination.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems.
• Attention to detail with strong follow-up and multitasking ability.

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: AED5,000.00 - AED7,000.00 per month