Job Description

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We are looking to hire a R&D B&W Global Packaging Assistant Manager in our Beauty & Wellbeing - BG, R&D team based in Unilever Mumbai HURC.

Role Summary:

The R&D B&W Global Packaging Assistant Manager leads and supports Packaging workstreams for global innovation projects delivering unique, value driven, inclusive and sustainable packaging experiences for Brand Simple in Skin care.

They will be involved in coordinating and managing the technical delivery of plastic, metal, paper and pulp packaging solutions - considering sustainable design and material choices, balancing functional design with brand semiotics, delivering sensorial which enhance the consumer experience whilst managing the demands of the business.

They will support the Simple Packaging Manager in collaborating with the Global Brand VPs and the cross functional stakeholders.

Main Accountabilities:

Packaging Work stream leader with the ability to transform marketing/brand ideas, consumer insights and business needs into excellent packaging solutions.

Play an active role in leading and contributing to the Unilever Packaging Strategy and other category activities.

Develop and mentor junior members of the team.

Lead packaging testing activities, understand and interpret results, make recommendations, and build robust specifications.

Develop new or existing packaging that meet supply chain, formulation, consumer, brand, regulatory and legal requirements.

Manage the relationship with packaging and materials suppliers in the development of packaging solutions

Explore disruptive packaging technologies and ideas which will bring new products that enhance consumer experiences

Ensure that all our packaging meet Unilever (UL) and the B&W plastic commitment by 2025

Contribute to build a Packaging B&W fearless team spirit with emphasis on wellbeing and collaboration

Experiences and Skills required:

Strong technical experience across packaging formats \xe2\x80\x93 rigids, cartons, glass etc

Strong project management skill (including rigorous risk management and problem-solving skills)

Rigour in data management and analytical thinking

Great interpersonal skills with ability to influence across all functions (technical and marketing)

Strategic agility, and ability to project ideas into the future for long term business impact.

Cross cultural sensitivity and agility to operate at global level with good understanding of local context.

8 to 10 years\xe2\x80\x99 experience in Beauty and Personal care industry

Standards of Leadership:

Inner game:

Purpose & Service

Personal Mastery

Agility

Outer game:

Passion for High Performance

Consumer Love

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