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Sandip B. Dhobi

Packaging Technologist
Thane,MH

Summary

Creative and results-driven packaging development professional with over 16 years of experience in driving innovative solutions and enhancing brand identity. Proven track record of successfully launching over 50 new products across various categories, including skin care, hair care, cleansing, and beauty & color cosmetics, while achieving significant cost savings. Expertise in leading teams to optimize end-to-end packaging processes, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and fostering a culture of continuous learning and skill enhancement. Committed to leveraging technical proficiency and a keen eye for innovation to contribute to organizational growth and success.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Language

Work History

Head of Packaging Technology, APAC

Bayer Crop Science
04.2023 - Current

Responsible for packaging technology management in the region of Bayer CS.

This position covers packaging development and support, operational excellence in filling machinery and equipment, and related information systems.

Achievement -

Around 20 crore per annum cost-saving ideas given and implemented.

Received Top Performance Award within the year in Product Supply Division.

Develop four new vendors.

Handling operation excellence as bussiness patner for Himmatnagr Manufacturin site.

Lead Color & Artwork Development - SAPMENA

Loreal India Pvt. Ltd
06.2021 - 04.2023
  • Led a team of six people for color and artwork development for the SAPMENA Zone.
  • The team is responsible for the delivery of timely and cost-effective decoration for new product launches, and the maintenance of basic business activities.

Packaging Manager

Loreal India Pvt. Ltd
08.2019 - 06.2021

Involved in planning and NPD management, cost saving, and technological projects of the packaging function for hair care and skin care for Cheryl’s Brand category.

Launched around 20 big, strategic projects.

Asst.Manager Packaging

Loreal India Pvt Ltd.
08.2015 - 08.2019

Involved in planning & NPD management, Cost Saving & technological projects of Packaging function for Hair care and Skin care for (Cheryl’s Brand) category.

Executive

M/s Marico Ltd
04.2012 - 08.2015
  • Involved in planning & executing NPD, Cost Saving & technological projects of Packaging function for International Business group of M/s Marico Ltd
  • Was engaged in packaging development that possesses of wide range of capabilities (Laminate Sachet, Rigid bottle and Jar, Tube) including concept and prototype development , package development, material selection , cost reduction and promotional packaging development , distribution and damage analysis, packaging equipment evolutions and production line evolutions for below projects;
  • Parachute brand Renovation
  • Oil replacement cream
  • Hair Gel and Hair Cream Jar
  • Working on various counterfeit options for Hair Gel spout pack
  • Modification on bottle design and tools for Hair Oil bottle
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dye sachet
  • VFM oil

Executive

The Himalaya Drugs Company
03.2010 - 03.2012
  • Summary of the responsibilities in The Himalaya Drug Company:
  • Leaded Skin Care, Hair Care and Cleansing Category for Domestic and Export Market
  • Identify & implement value improvement projects for existing & new packs
  • Trouble shooting & effective rectification of issues related to conversion & usage of packaging materials
  • Cost saving projects
  • Key Highlights:
  • Successfully executed & played a major role in the packaging development of NPD projects
  • Nourishing Skin Cream – (SKU – 75g Printed tube, 200g jar, 250g jar)
  • Shampoo 700ml – (SKU – 700ml Container
  • Body Lotion – (SKU – 100ml, 200ml & 400ml bottles)
  • Cleansing Care tube relaunch – (SKU – 15ml Twin Pouch, 15ml, 50ml, 75ml, 100ml & 150ml tubes)
  • Face Lotion – (SKU – 100ml & 200ml bottles)
  • Hair Cream – (SKU – 140ml & 210ml bottles)
  • Achievements in the Himalaya Drug Company:
  • Launched more than 20 products for Domestic & Export Market
  • Projects in The Himalaya Drug Company for Value addition:
  • Conversion of labelled seamless tube to printed lamitube
  • Reduction of paper by conversion of shippers from 7 ply to 5 ply & 5 ply to 3 ply – optimum packaging.

Executive

Shingar Ltd
10.2008 - 03.2010

Established packaging development for all personal care and color cosmetics NPD's

Education

PG Diploma - Packaging

Indian Institute of Packaging
Mumbai
01-2008

B.sc. - Chemistry

Pratap College
Jalgaon
01-2006

HSC -

Pratap College
Jalgaon
01-2003

SSC -

G.S. High School
Jalgaon
01-2000

Skills

    Continuous learner, Strategic thinker, Analytical, Arranger, Individualization

Additional Information

  • Awards / Achievements: , Gold medal in University Level Drama Competition, North Maharashtra University. Best actor (3rd prize) in State Level Drama Competition. First prize in State Level Elocution Competition. First Prize in Inter Collegiate Debate Competition. Cultural Program representative in ‘The 1st National Language and Conference on recent trends and Future challenges for Research in Language’, 2005.

Timeline

Head of Packaging Technology, APAC

Bayer Crop Science
04.2023 - Current

Lead Color & Artwork Development - SAPMENA

Loreal India Pvt. Ltd
06.2021 - 04.2023

Packaging Manager

Loreal India Pvt. Ltd
08.2019 - 06.2021

Asst.Manager Packaging

Loreal India Pvt Ltd.
08.2015 - 08.2019

Executive

M/s Marico Ltd
04.2012 - 08.2015

Executive

The Himalaya Drugs Company
03.2010 - 03.2012

Executive

Shingar Ltd
10.2008 - 03.2010

PG Diploma - Packaging

Indian Institute of Packaging

B.sc. - Chemistry

Pratap College

HSC -

Pratap College

SSC -

G.S. High School
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