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B&W SEA Packaging Development R&D Supervisor

ID da oferta:
R-63170
Category:
Pesquisa e desenvolvimento
Location:
Banguecoque, Bangkok
Data de publicação:
03/26/2025
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Job Title: B&W SEA Packaging Development R&D Supervisor

Work Location: Unilever Thailand HQ

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With 3.4 billion people in over 190 countries using our products every day, Unilever is a business that makes a real impact on the world. Work on brands that are loved and improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We are driven by our purpose: to make sustainable living commonplace, and it is our belief that doing business the right way drives superior performance. At the heart of what we do is our people – we believe that when our people work with purpose, we will create a better business and a better world. 

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Job Purpose

Unilever is the place where you can bring your purpose to life with the work that you do – creating a better business and a better world.  If you are keen on packaging research and development with strong skills set (technical project management, data analysis, risks assessment, problem-solving) and passionate with holistic development to deliver superior, profitable, and sustainable packaging, then this role is just for you!

Main Responsibilities

  • Manage projects as packaging workstream leader to support the growth ambition of B&W Southeast Asia markets. Programme will encompass innovation, product superiority, savings & simplification, sourcing & resilience, and sustainability.
  • Analyse the project brief to support Marketing and Supply Chain teams to develop robust pack recommendations, taking into account available material portfolio, (maximise existing pack specifications for simplification), resilience requirements, and utilising available Supply Chain capabilities.
  • Drive innovation product compliance to relevant Unilever policies and local regulations. Assess pack-related project risks, develop action plans, and work with TPL, Supply Chain (Quality & Procurement) as well as suppliers to mitigate and resolve risks.
  • Develop and maintain technical expertise in all relevant pack technologies and apply them to innovation, sustainable packaging, as well as margin-improvement projects.
  • Build deep understanding and implement operating principles (1UPP – One Unilever Packaging process) to establish robust technical standards & specifications for packaging using relevant systems (AWS, PLM). Conduct relevant packaging testing in laboratory, pilot plant, and manufacturing line (suppliers, sourcing unit) based on pack qualification plan.
  • Develop thorough market understanding (consumer, competitor, and channel) and leverage insights for robust packaging specifications lock for innovation projects.
  • Act as key BU packaging R&D interface for BG for innovation, sustainability, and savings projects to lock pack specifications, identify and assess supplier capability, and communicate technical recommendations to TPL and cross-functional team.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to develop B&W TPL R&D capability esp on packaging (e.g. premiumisation) and drive the sustainability agenda with BU team.
  • Partner with Brand and CS&P to assess new pack requirements to support activation (e.g. promo) packaging component development, assess & execute testing plan, and explore agile resourcing as necessary.

Candidate Criteria

Experience & Qualification

  • Minimum Degree in Packaging Engineering, Science, or a related technical field is crucial for understanding and applying packaging technologies effectively.
  • Minimum proficiency in English is required for effective communication and collaboration with international teams.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in Beauty and Personal Care packaging development is preferable.
  • Preferably with proven experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously and demonstrating the ability to handle complex and concurrent tasks efficiently esp with multiple markets.
  • Preferably experience in testing for manufacturing and designing for channel is essential, particularly with line trials, transit tests, and packaging functional laboratory tests.
  • Preferably with experience in digital environments is important, especially in prototyping and mock-ups preparation, whether traditional or 3D CAD/CAE.
  • Preferably with experience working in a fast-moving consumer goods company in Southeast Asia.

Skill

  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Working effectively with various departments such as marketing, supply chain, and production to ensure that all aspects of packaging development are aligned with the overall business goals and strategies.
  • Sustainable Packaging Development: The ability to develop and implement sustainable packaging solutions which includes understanding and applying the latest technologies and materials to create packaging that is both environmentally friendly and cost-effective.
  • Technical Project Management: Managing data, assessing risks, and solving problems related to packaging projects; to ensure that the projects are completed efficiently and effectively, meeting the required standards and timelines.
  • Digital Proficiency: Proficiency in digital tools and technologies in modern packaging development which includes using digital design tools, data analytics, and other digital resources to enhance the packaging process.
  • Innovation and Creativity: The ability to innovate and think creatively in developing new and improved packaging solutions to create packaging that stands out in the market and meets the evolving needs of consumers.

Leadership

  • You are energized by delivering fantastic results. You are an example to others – both your results and your resilience. You are constantly on the lookout for better ways to do things, engaging and collaborating with others along the way.
  • As an individual you are the one responsible for your own wellbeing and delivering high standards of work. You must also focus on the Consumer and what they need. You are humble and have your head up, looking around to interpret evidence and data smartly, spot issues and opportunities to make things better.

Note: Unilever embraces diversity and encourages applicates from all walks of life! We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment journey. If you require any support to complete your application or any subsequent stage throughout your recruitment journey with us at Unilever, then please specify how we may be able to assist you.

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