The world of cosmetic packaging is very complicated, but it remains the same. They are all based on plastic, glass, paper, metal, ceramics, bamboo and wood and other raw materials. As long as you master the basic knowledge, you can master the knowledge of packaging materials easier. With the integration of Internet technology and the packaging material industry, the procurement of packaging materials will enter the era of professional procurement managers. Purchasing managers will no longer rely on traditional gray income to support themselves, and more will use their own procurement performance to prove themselves. Ability, so that job income and ability can be matched.
The procurement of packaging is an essential aspect of any business that sells products. It is crucial to have a professional procurement process to ensure that the right cosmetic packaging are sourced at the right price and in the right quantities. However, there are several reasons why the procurement of packaging can be unprofessional.
One reason is the short length of service of the packaging buyer. Inexperienced buyers may not have the knowledge and skills necessary to make informed decisions regarding the procurement of packaging. This can lead to wrong decisions, such as not distinguishing between specially requested styles, such as airless cosmetic bottles, lotion bottles and blow bottles, or choosing packaging with materials that are not suitable for current cosmetic formulations.
Another reason is non-full-time job or just replaced by other positions. If the packaging buyer is not fully committed to the job, they may not prioritize the procurement of packaging, leading to delays in the process or missed opportunities to get the best deals.
Lack of professional training in cosmetic packaging from raw material, type, style can also lead to unprofessional purchases. If brand companies do not provide adequate training to their packaging buyers, they may not have the necessary knowledge of the materials available, the technical specifications of those materials, or best practices for sourcing. This can lead to suboptimal purchasing decisions that impact product quality, cost and brand reputation.
A lack of instruction manual for entry-level buyers in the market is another factor that can contribute to unprofessional procurement. Without clear guidelines and best practices to follow, entry-level buyers may struggle to navigate the procurement process effectively. This can lead to inefficiencies, errors and missed opportunities to optimize packaging material procurement, and communication with suppliers can be a big problem if there is no professional guidance, and even if they cannot find and make up for mistakes in time.
Addressing these factors can help improve the procurement process and ensure that businesses can source the right packaging materials at the right price and in the right quantities. So, what else should buyers know?
Purchasing newcomers need to understand supplier development and management knowledge. Start to understand the company’s existing suppliers, and then source, develop and manage new suppliers. Between purchasers and suppliers, there are both games and synergies. The balance of the relationship is very important. As an important part of the future supply chain, the quality of packaging material suppliers directly determines one of the important factors for brand companies to compete in the terminal market. one. Now there are many channels developed by suppliers, including traditional offline channels and emerging online channels. How to choose effectively is also a manifestation of specialization.
New purchasers need to understand the knowledge of the packaging material supply chain. Packaging products and suppliers are part of the cosmetic packaging supply chain, and a complete packaging supply chain includes external suppliers, internal procurement, development, warehousing, planning, processing and filling, etc. Thus forming a life cycle chain of packaging material products. As for the procurement of packaging materials, it is necessary not only to connect with external suppliers, but also to connect with the company’s interior, so that the packaging materials have a beginning and an end, forming a new round of procurement closed loop.