B&W EU Packaging Manager

Posted 16 hours 4 minutes ago by Unilever

Permanent
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Manufacturing Operations Jobs
Not Specified, United Kingdom
Job Description

Job Requisition ID: R-69069

Application Deadline: 23:59 the day before the job posting end date.

Job Title: B&W EU Packaging Manager

Business Function: R&D

Location: Port Sunlight

Work Level: 2B

Reports To: EU BU B&W R&D Director

Travel: Up to 10%

About the Team:

Join us in our mission to bring Desire, Science, and Purpose to life through innovative and sustainable beauty solutions!

Beauty & Wellbeing is a key strategic area for Unilever, driving an ambitious growth agenda with strong brands like Dove, Vaseline, Simple, Tresemmé, and Sunsilk. Our R&D team is responsible for launching new packaging, technologies, extending ranges, and ensuring compliance and resilience.

Position: Packaging Manager - Skin & Hair Care, Europe

Location: Port Sunlight Research Lab, UK

Are you ready to shape the future of sustainable beauty? Join Unilever to deliver planet-friendly beauty solutions that delight consumers and drive growth. Lead our EU Skin & Hair Care packaging programs and champion sustainability across Europe.

What You'll Do

  • Lead with Purpose: Drive packaging excellence, deliver projects on time, and be the expert on packaging feasibility.
  • Champion Sustainability: Own and lead the EU sustainability roadmap, set targets, and ensure compliance.
  • Inspire and Empower: Lead and develop a team of 5 packaging professionals, fostering innovation and excellence.
  • Collaborate and Influence: Partner with global teams, suppliers, and be a key voice in the leadership team.

What You'll Bring

  • Proven expertise in packaging development, especially rigid plastics.
  • Strong leadership, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Bachelor's degree in Packaging, Engineering, or related field.
  • 3-4+ years in FMCG, ideally in beauty or personal care.
  • Experience delivering complex projects and leading teams.
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