Sr Manager - Packaging Procurement

Are you ready to join a team that’s driving the future of lubricants & beyond and setting new industry standards? Discover how our diverse and passionate people at Castrol are shaping the industry – and how you can be part of this journey.

We’re seeking talented experts who share our passion for innovation and excellence. Bring your unique perspective, collaborative spirit, and challenge our thinking as we continue to lead the way in the lubricants market & build businesses beyond lubricants. This is your chance to learn, grow, and thrive in a dynamic and inclusive organization.

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Castrol is a global leader in lubricants and part of the bp Group, one of the world’s largest energy companies. In India, Castrol is a publicly listed company, leading in the Automotive, Industrial, and Marine lubricant sectors. With iconic brands, relentless innovation, strong customer relationships, and a team of highly motivated employees, we have maintained our market leadership in India for over a century. Our robust manufacturing and distribution network in India helps us reach consumers through more than 135,000 outlets.

At Castrol, success knows no bounds. We offer a fast-paced learning environment where you can develop your career, whether in specialized functions or on a general management track. Castrol India has a proud legacy of nurturing top talent for leadership roles, both locally and globally.

We are currently looking for Sr Manager - Packaging Procurement and details mentioned below:

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team as a Senior Manager – Packaging Procurement. In this role, you will be responsible for leading the procurement function within our organization and driving cost savings through strategic sourcing initiatives. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including R&D, Marketing, Finance, Operations, Quality, and Legal, to develop and implement effective category management strategies across multiple commodities. This position requires strong leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and a deep understanding of procurement principles and best practices. If you have a proven track record in managing complex projects, influencing stakeholders at all levels, and delivering tangible business results, we invite you to apply for this challenging yet rewarding opportunity.

Let me tell you about the role !

The Procurement Packaging Manager - India has direct responsibility and accountability for the implementation of packaging supply market sector strategies in India to source packaging materials, ensuring business requirements on service, quality, sustainability & cost are fulfilled and overall value optimized techno-commercially.

What you will deliver !

Lead packaging portfolio and sourcing strategy for India, aligned with Castrol’s global procurement framework.

Monitor market trends, raw materials, and commodity movements to manage pricing, identify cost-saving opportunities, and mitigate supply risks.

Analyze market data and supplier proposals to optimize packaging spend and portfolio.

Own and control packaging category spend, ensuring value maximization and sustainable sourcing with required service and quality.

Drive cost reduction initiatives without compromising quality, service, supply security, or sustainability.

Forecast and budget annual spend, supervise variances, and flag risks to COGS.

Negotiate contracts and pricing structures to ensure supply security and value.

Develop and manage contracts in line with local tax policies, labeling compliance, and plastic waste regulations.

Manage supplier relationships, resolve grievances, and conduct performance evaluations for continuous improvement.

Establish supplier audits to ensure compliance with quality, social, and environmental standards.

Ensure procurement activities align with global/local policies and sustainability standards.

Collaborate with global teams (engineering, procurement, marketing, quality, production) to support new product development and packaging innovation.

Lead balanced packaging initiatives, including eco-friendly materials and recycled content, within techno-commercial boundaries.

Support cross-functional teams in resolving packaging issues and managing vendor quality programs under IATF/ISO standards.

Champion sustainability initiatives with internal and external customers; own EPR compliance and reporting as per PWM.

Assess supplier risks including cybersecurity and support incident response if needed.

Experience & Qualifications

Minimum 15 years in direct material procurement, preferably in packaging for manufacturing, chemicals, or consumer goods.

Master’s in supply chain/business management; packaging engineering diploma preferred.

Technical Skills

Key Challenges:

Manage complexity across diverse suppliers and technologies in multi-stakeholder environments.

Balance supplier development with automated plant operations and quality delivery.

Build agile, efficient supply chains for bulk packaging and lubricants using JIT and advanced models.

Translate marketing innovation into local packaging solutions while adhering to global standards.

Stay updated on Indian packaging regulations and align sourcing strategies accordingly.

Planning And Impact

Act as key interface between marketing and supply chain for NPD and packaging technologies.

Align with global packaging leads and engineers to deliver best-in-class procurement capabilities.

Internal

Marketing, Manufacturing and Planning Team, GSC-Finance

External

Packaging: Vendors , External agencies for Regulatory Compliances