Packaging Sourcing Specialist

Introduction

Are you a cosmetics enthusiast? Do you enjoy working in a dynamic and open environment where we can all make a difference? COCUNAT is looking for a talented and proactive Packaging Sourcing Specialist to join the Operations team in Barcelona.

Your responsibilities

Search and Supplier Management
• Identify and select luxury packaging suppliers specializing in cosmetics.
• Evaluate materials, finishes, and innovative technologies that bring differentiation to the brand.
• Negotiate prices, delivery times, and contract terms to optimize costs and ensure quality.
• Manage supplier approval in compliance with industry regulations.
• Stay up to date with packaging trends (innovation and sustainability).
• Attend trade shows.

Launch Management and Planning
• Develop detailed retroplanning to coordinate packaging development and production timelines.
• Coordinate with design, marketing, and operations teams to ensure launch milestones are met.
• Manage samples and approvals with suppliers.
• Analyze and control the COGS (Cost of Goods Sold) for each launch, ensuring profitability.
• Perform packaging forecasting for launches.
• Control and validate invoices related to product launches.
• Identify opportunities to optimize costs without compromising quality or brand image.
• Ensure compliance with European packaging regulations.

Document Management and Reporting
• Keep the supplier database, cost, and technical specifications up to date.
• Prepare supplier comparison reports and cost analysis.
• Ensure proper documentation of contracts, certifications, and internal approvals.

Your profile

Experience
• 5+ years of experience in packaging sourcing for cosmetics (or related sectors such as perfumery or high-end products).
• Experience in sustainable packaging or sustainable materials.
• Knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes (glass, premium plastic, aluminum, special finishes, etc.).
• Experience negotiating with international suppliers.

Key Skills
• Positive and proactive attitude, with the ability to quickly adapt to a dynamic environment.
• Results-oriented.
• Creative mindset with analytical capabilities for cost management and forecasting.
• Team player.
• Organized and methodical, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent planning and time management skills (experience with retroplannings is key).
• Attention to detail and a strong sense of aesthetics and quality.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Willingness to travel.

Languages and Tools
• Advanced English.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Google applications (Google Sheets, etc.).

Why us?

Benefits

• In COCUNAT, we want you to be happy. You will have a flexible schedule and the possibility to work from home to find your personal work-life balance.
• You can really make the difference as any good idea can shape the future and the success of the company.
• Excellent Family Medical insurance.
• Product Discounts.
• Free coffee and chocolate!
• Fresh fruits every week!
• Casual & Pet-friendly office environment. You can bring your pet to the office every day.
• Work with talented, committed and supportive teammates.
• International environment with more than 10 nationalities.
• No politics or bureaucracy. Only a great environment for you to achieve your best work.
• Office based in Barcelona city center, Sant Gervasi.
• Work in a company that you will be proud of.

• People first: We consider that everyone's well-being makes us work better and therefore with better results.
• Diversity: The best ideas can come from anyone. We encourage inclusion so that everyone feels at home.
• Dynamism: We are a young startup and the pace is high, so you won't get bored.
• Tolerance to error: We always say that it is better to ask for forgiveness than permission.
• Independence: If you are looking for your opportunity, COCUNAT is your place.
• Sustainability: We are always thinking about how we can help the planet.
• No offices: Decisions are made quickly, and you can contact anyone, even the founders.