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Aarti Phad

Navi Mumbai

Summary

Packaging Purchase Manager with over 10+years of experience in procurement, vendor management, packaging design, and inventory control. Proven expertise in developing cost-effective packaging strategies, maintaining supplier relationships, and ensuring high-quality packaging standards in dynamic environments across e-commerce and FMCG sectors. Transition to biodegradable and recyclable packaging materials to enhance brand sustainability credentials.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager – Packaging Purchase

Kisankonnect Safe Foods Pvt. Ltd.
Navi Mumbai
02.2022 - Current
  • Oversee the procurement of approximately 150 SKUs of packaging materials for fresh produce, bakery, staples, dairy, and processed food (Namkeen, snacks).
  • Lead vendor negotiations, pricing strategy, and pan-India sourcing.
  • Forecast and report monthly inventory trends to optimize stock movement.
  • Prototype preparation which includes material selection, mock up creation and conduct internal reviews.

Assistant Packaging Manager

Aussee Oats India Ltd.
Mumbai
02.2018 - 02.2022
  • Managed end-to-end third-party packaging material procurement and vendor coordination for top FMCG companies (Reliance, Tata, Unibic, ITC, Urban Platter, Lulu,Future group and others) optimizing supply timelines and maintaining cost efficiency.
  • Collaborated with Sri Lankan teams for supply chain efficiency.
  • Led end-to-end vendor handling including quality checks and cost negotiation.
  • Streamlined packaging design workflows and inventory tracking processes.

Vendor Management Executive (Packaging)

Girnar Food & Beverages Pvt. Ltd.
Mumbai
10.2014 - 02.2018
  • Coordinated with suppliers for sourcing and procurement of packaging materials.
  • Identified new vendors and negotiated pricing.
  • Supported packaging design and artwork development initiatives.
  • Analyzed competitor packaging to improve internal standards.

Quality Control Intern

Zenith Tins Pvt. Ltd.
01.2014 - 06.2014
  • Performed in-depth QC tests on tin plates, inks, coatings, corrugated boxes, and caps.
  • Conducted online and pre-dispatch inspections to ensure product compliance.

Education

PG Diploma - Packaging Technology

SIES School of Packaging
01.2014

Bachelor of Commerce -

Karmaveer Bhaurao Patil College
01.2011

Skills

  • Packaging Procurement and Sourcing – Experience in sourcing quality packaging materials for FMCG and e-commerce products
  • Vendor Coordination and Management – Skilled in vendor communication, price negotiation, and maintaining supplier relationships
  • Packaging design and development – involved in material selection, design reviews, and artwork coordination
  • Quality Control – Conduct quality checks and ensure packaging materials meet required standards
  • Inventory monitoring – maintain packaging inventory records, and assist with requirement planning
  • Cross-team coordination – Collaborate with internal teams and external partners for smooth procurement processes
  • Documentation and Reporting – Capable of maintaining procurement records and preparing basic reports

Languages

  • English
  • Hindi
  • Marathi

Projects And Achievements

  • 2nd Prize: Consumer Convenient Refill Pouches – Creativity Contest
  • 3rd Prize: Handy Cosmetic Kit – Wraptect
  • Dissertation: Packaging of Domestic Gases

Timeline

Manager – Packaging Purchase

Kisankonnect Safe Foods Pvt. Ltd.
02.2022 - Current

Assistant Packaging Manager

Aussee Oats India Ltd.
02.2018 - 02.2022

Vendor Management Executive (Packaging)

Girnar Food & Beverages Pvt. Ltd.
10.2014 - 02.2018

Quality Control Intern

Zenith Tins Pvt. Ltd.
01.2014 - 06.2014

PG Diploma - Packaging Technology

SIES School of Packaging

Bachelor of Commerce -

Karmaveer Bhaurao Patil College

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