Skin Care Packaging Specialist, India Bu

JOB TITLE Skin Care Packaging Specialist India BUJOB FUNCTION Research and DevelopmentREPORTS TO Skincare Packaging Excellence Leader South Asia BUCATEGORY GLOBAL CATEGORY CLUSTER GLOBAL PACKAGING Cluster PackagingWORK LOCATION Mumbai HURCBUSINESS CONTEXT AND MAIN CHALLENGES OF THE JOB Unilever recognises Packaging as an important part of the product mix Not only does it fulfil a very important functional role to contain protect and inform but also as the first touchpoint with the consumer it must engage the consumer reflecting the brand proposition and delivering a delightful experience To ensure the robustness and technical performance of new packaging before it is placed in the market involves both design and technical innovation in packaging Working closely with other Unilever functions as part of a cross-functional team the Packaging specialist will support Packaging Manager with the co-ordination of packaging development projects and can lead assigned projects as packaging work stream leader by developing and executing testing plans for primary and secondary packaging ensuring packaging is fit for purpose compatible with SC Formulation Unilever Policy Consumer and Brand needs and legislation Testing plans can include laboratory tests at Unilever at our convertors and at 3rd party labs factory trials and distribution trials The jobholder is expected to maximize the use of design tools and deliver projects using Unilever project tools In addition to planning and executing a range of comprehensive technical validation tests the jobholder is expected to interpret results prepare reports and communicate results recommendations to the multifunctional project team to deliver the packaging activities This position will interface with Brand Development Supply Chain Procurement Product development Processing CTI CMI and Packaging Suppliers to drive consumer focused innovative and optimized packaging solutions MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES Deliver packaging which not only meets the required quality and technical standards but also delights the consumer and builds brand love through using Unilevers Packaging Excellence best practices Few of the brands which candidate will be closely associated is Ponds Talc Ponds Cold Cream and H B Collaborating with cross functional team and suppliers to generate VPR PCR and APR capabilities for Skin care Lead its execution while ensuring alignment with the Global packaging team on simplification and harmonization Lead and execute projects for SA ensuring FTR OTIF delivery by closely working with Global Packaging Team Formulation team SUIT CQA Marketing and suppliers Provide early inputs to the Global packaging team - considering the capability constraints and expectations for SA Liaise with packaging converters and material suppliers in the development of packaging components Manage assigned primary and secondary packaging projects with guidance working with Brand Development and the cross-functional project team ensuring packaging is fit for purpose to meet the packaging brief and delivered on time in full Evaluate and qualify packaging components for their project portfolio using both established protocols and where appropriate design new ones by closely working with Global Teams Perform technical analysis of new packaging designs and provision of feedback to project teams with respect to design viability also identify possible solutions to resolve technical problems minimizing changes to the design intent To manage good technical data records project data specifications test resultsWhere relevant to deliver as a member of a cross-functional project team solutions to agreed projects on time in full Prepare and develop supplier technical briefs where required working closely with suppliers To interface with other functions in support of project delivery e g brand development supply chain procurement To manage and deliver agreed work plan To develop and test packaging in accordance with the One Unilever Packaging Process 1UPP To comply with the Unilever Code of Business Principles and all Safety Health and Environment SHE and Quality Assurance QA policies including the support of product claims risk management Key Competencies Bias for actionAccountability ResponsibilityGrowth MindsetConsumer Customer focusBuilding Talent TeamsKey Skills Working knowledge on a range of packaging materials - Flexibles Rigid Paper paperboard packaging Sustainability programme Able to work effectively in multi-disciplinary multi-cultural teams Technical specification supply chain support Project management experienceBasic appreciation on polymers molds and decoration techniques are appreciated Refer the details Understanding for Rigid packaging and understanding of IM EBM IBM technologies Understanding of Film Resin grades and its supply base cost dynamics Understanding on value chain of flexibles Rigid packaging Understanding of Machine Packaging Material interface Understanding on Mould and component qualificationRelevant Experience Education-Post Graduation in Packaging Technology BTech MTech in Packaging Technology Polymer or Chemical technology Min 1 to 4 yrs experience Working knowledge of Flexibles Rigid Paper paperboard packagingAdded advantage-Experience in Personal care packagingProject ExecutionUnderstanding on Design principlesAny other critical personal characteristics Candidate should be creative in personal care characteristics have design mindset external orientation appetite to explore new ideas across format like rigids and flexibles etc and ability to work with diverse people functions across geographies Able to work effectively in multi-disciplinary multi-cultural teams Willingness to support global WoW with time zone differences Flexibility in work style to be able to manage several projects simultaneously Intermediate to Advanced Intermediate Level English person must be able to write emails and reports in English which can be easily understood and can actively participate at English-speaking business meetings Must effectively communicate on technical issues with other technical personnel and nontechnical personnel and management orally and in writingExcellent influencing ability both internal as well as externalDemonstrated ability to manage senior stakeholder relationship Good communication skillsOccasional travel 1 10 days Domestic Our commitment to Equality Diversity InclusionUnilever embraces diversity and encourages applicants from all walks of life This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and continuing development of all employees regardless of age disability gender reassignment race religion or belief sex sexual orientation marriage and civil partnership and pregnancy and maternity