Key Responsibilities
1. Quality Control & Technical Review
• Inspect all printed materials (labels, stickers, boxes, packaging, etc.) to ensure they meet company standards.
• Verify colors, finishes, materials, barcodes, artwork alignment, and print accuracy.
• Review proofs and pre-production samples before final approval.
• Identify defects or technical issues and coordinate corrective actions with suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with relevant labeling regulations.

2. Price Requests & Cost Optimization
• Request and compare quotations from multiple printing suppliers.
• Assess pricing, materials, MOQs, and finishing options.
• Negotiate to secure competitive prices without compromising quality.
• Maintain an updated database of pricing and material options.
• Monitor market trends and innovations in printing and packaging.

3. Supplier Management & Sourcing
• Search for new printing presses, packaging suppliers, and advanced technologies.
• Evaluate suppliers based on quality, reliability, capacity, and lead times.
• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships.
• Conduct periodic audits or visits to assess production capabilities.

4. Project Timeline & Delivery Coordination
• Track all printing projects to ensure on-time delivery.
• Follow up daily with suppliers on production status and shipment schedules.
• Communicate delays or risks to internal teams.
• Ensure printed materials are delivered ahead of launches and production needs.

5. Stock & Inventory Monitoring
• Maintain accurate records of printing materials and consumption rates.
• Coordinate with warehouse teams on storage and documentation.
• Alert management on low stock levels or reprint needs.
• Track waste, damaged units, and returns.

6. Documentation & Reporting
• Organize all printing files, approved artwork, and supplier data.
• Prepare weekly reports on project status, pricing, and stock.
• Record quality deviations and corrective actions.
• Ensure orderly archiving of all documents.

Required Qualifications & Skills
• 2–3 years of experience in printing, packaging, or quality control.
• Strong knowledge of printing technologies (flexo, offset, digital, UV, lamination, etc.).
• Excellent attention to detail and strong color-matching skills.
• Strong negotiation and communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight timelines.
• Proficiency in Excel and project-tracking tools.
• Ability to read artwork files (PDF, AI, EPS) is a plus.

Personal Attributes
• Highly organized and dependable.
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Proactive problem-solver.
• Able to perform under pressure and fast turnaround demands.
• Team-oriented with a positive attitude