Procurement Executive - Packaging
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 17, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 8, 2026.
Packaging & Procurement Executive
GO DESi
Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka
About us
At GO DESi, our mission is to make DESi 'POP’ular. We are a packaged food brand making regional
DESi products relevant and accessible to customers while ensuring quality and authenticity. Today the
bulk of our products operate in the Impulse category. Our best seller is DESi POPz, we sell more than
90 lakh POPz monthly. Our other categories include DESi Meetha, DESi Mints, and DESi Bytes. We
have an integrated backend i.e. we own the entire supply chain from sourcing to manufacturing.
GO DESi aims to be a sustainable brand with a larger purpose to become a beacon for non-zero-sum
capitalism, where all stakeholders win.
Check out more about us. Follow the link below:
Brief
The Packaging & Procurement (Executive/Sr Executive) in GoDesi is responsible for sourcing and procuring packaging materials, managing vendor relationships, ensuring uninterrupted supply for production, and leading packaging development initiatives. The role focuses on cost optimisation, quality assurance, innovation in packaging, and compliance with regulatory and brand standards
Job Responsibilities
- Source and procure primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging materials (MAP Trays, laminates, mono cartons, corrugated boxes, labels, etc.)
- Managing vendors, which includes cost negotiation, payment terms, on-time supplies, etc.
- Conduct vendor audits and performance reviews
- Ensure packaging materials meet quality specifications and food safety standards.
- Coordinate with QA/QC for incoming material inspection
- Float RFQs/RFPs, conduct comparative cost analysis, and finalise vendors
- Work closely with Marketing, R&D, and Production teams for new product launches and packaging revamps
- Manage Keyline development, approvals, and printing quality standards
- Maintain strong supplier relationships for innovation and continuous improvement
- Forecast packaging material requirements based on sales and production plans
- Maintain optimal inventory levels and safety stock
- Coordinate with warehouse and planning teams to prevent stock-outs
- Take cost-saving projects for packaging cost reduction
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Technology
- 2-3 years of experience in FMCG packaging procurement and development
- Strong understanding of laminates and mono-cartons
- Good knowledge of ERP system, MS Excel etc