Packaging Reorder SOP

When this SOP is useful

Use this SOP if you have ever run out of packaging mid-campaign, if packaging decisions are made reactively, if you have more than one supplier and no formal comparison process, or if your packaging cost has not been reviewed in the last year.

Required fields to track per packaging SKU

• SKU name and descriptionhigh
• Current stock on handhigh
• Reorder point (minimum stock level that triggers an order)high
• Lead time from order to delivery (in days)high
• Current unit cost and supplier namehigh
• Last reviewed datemedium
• Alternate supplier and their unit costmedium

Reorder process

• Check packaging stock levels weekly (or trigger automated alert when below reorder point)high
• Confirm lead time with supplier before placing orderhigh
• Order quantity: aim for 6–8 weeks of stock based on current order volumemedium
• Document every order in the packaging tracker (date, quantity, cost, expected delivery)medium
• Confirm delivery and update stock on hand within 48 hours of receiptmedium

Supplier review process

• Review supplier pricing at least every 6 monthsmedium
• Request quotes from at least one alternate supplier annuallymedium
• Ask about volume discount thresholds with your current supplierlow
• Review packaging specifications annually — materials or dimensions may have changedlow