Sourcing Project Manager

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a Packaging Sourcing Project Manager to help drive the next phase of growth for our fast-moving product development and sourcing agency. This role requires hands-on experience managing primary and secondary packaging development for consumer brands (food, pet, beauty, home goods, or related) and working with overseas packaging manufacturers and component suppliers.

You will serve as a client partner and own projects end-to-end from concept and design through tooling, sampling, production, QC, logistics, and final delivery to the client. You will report to our Director of Product Development and will collaborate closely with our leadership team. This is a high-visibility role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and enjoys taking full ownership of their work.

This is a packaging development role. This is not a role developing food, beverage, or other filled-product formulations, or co-manufacturing operations.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

You will manage multiple packaging development and sourcing projects simultaneously, ensuring progress, quality, and clear communication across all stakeholders.

• Owning packaging development from concept and design through tooling, sampling, production, quality control, and logistics

• Managing orders from placement through final delivery, including pricing verification, manufacturer coordination, production tracking, and problem resolution

• Communicating directly with clients and acting as a trusted day-to-day partner

• Coordinating with global packaging suppliers (injection molders, blow molders, glass factories, paperboard converters, flexible film printers, decorators), freelance designers, and engineers

• Placing and managing first-article samples, pre-production approvals, material and color specs, and project timelines

• Creating and managing sales orders, purchase orders, and invoices

• Supporting client presentations and creative decks as needed

• Managing incoming and outgoing samples and maintaining organized project documentation

• Maintaining a high standard of responsiveness, professionalism, and customer service

WHO YOU ARE

You are proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable operating in a growing business where priorities move quickly and ownership is expected.

• Bachelor’s degree required

• 3–6 years of experience in packaging development AND global sourcing/project management for consumer brands

• Demonstrated end-to-end project ownership from concept and design through tooling, sampling, production, QC, logistics, and delivery to the client.

• Experience developing rigid and flexible plastic packaging preferred (e.g., injection-molded, blow-molded, thermoformed; PET/HDPE/PP/PS; films and laminates)

• Working knowledge of tooling and mold development, dielines, color standards/Pantone matching, and decoration methods (silk-screen, hot stamp, offset)

• Experience working with overseas packaging manufacturers and component suppliers

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail

• Comfortable managing multiple priorities and solving problems independently

• Positive, solution-oriented mindset with strong client-service instincts

• Interest in growing with a small, dynamic company

• Experience with NetSuite or similar ERP systems is a strong plus

YOUR CAPABILITIES

• Strong project ownership and follow-through

• Ability to anticipate issues and resolve them quickly

• Comfort working across time zones and global teams

• Curiosity and initiative to research and solve complex sourcing or development challenges

• Experience with PCR resins, mono-material structures, recyclability requirements, or extended producer responsibility (EPR) frameworks preferred

OTHER DETAILS

Salary range: $65,000 – $95,000, based on experience

Benefits include annual bonus, medical/dental/vision coverage, 401(k) match, monthly team lunches, and quarterly outings

Hybrid schedule: 3 days remote, 2 days in-office in Hollywood, CA

Ongoing training and development opportunities provided

ABOUT SOURCEM

sourceM is a rapidly growing global product development and sourcing agency specializing in luxury packaging and consumer goods with a focus on sustainability. We partner with Fortune 500 companies and leading D2C brands to bring innovative products to market through a worldwide network of engineers, designers, and manufacturing partners.

We are a collaborative, entrepreneurial team committed to delivering exceptional products and building long-term client relationships.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send your resume and cover letter to View email address on click.appcast.io.