Packaging Innovation Lead – Personal Care

Unilever; Huddersfield; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consumer goods company is seeking a Packaging Work Stream Lead to drive innovation and excellence in packaging for flagship brands. This role involves managing packaging projects, engaging stakeholders, and ensuring adherence to quality standards. Ideal candidates will have a Mechanical Engineering degree and experience in packaging development, project management, and sustainability practices. The role is full-time with flexible working options available.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Inclusive workplace culture

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Project Management experience is required.
• Mechanical Engineering Degree caliber is essential.
• Experience of manufacturing technology is preferred.
• Competency in using digital tools for evidence support is necessary.
• Ability to read technical engineering drawings and understand tolerances is critical.

Responsibilities

• Lead all packaging workstreams within the development framework.
• Manage lab Technicians and Technologists during testing.
• Prepare reports for stakeholder feedback.
• Contribute to future packaging capability initiatives.

Skills

Packaging Development

Project Management tools and techniques

Risk Management

Stakeholder Management

Aerosol/Stick/Roll on knowledge

Packaging Materials & Technology expertise

Digital Tool Proficiency

Data Analytics

Environmental Sustainability

Consumer Insight

Education

Mechanical Engineering Degree

Tools

Analytical digital tools

Job description

A leading global consumer goods company is seeking a Packaging Work Stream Lead to drive innovation and excellence in packaging for flagship brands. This role involves managing packaging projects, engaging stakeholders, and ensuring adherence to quality standards. Ideal candidates will have a Mechanical Engineering degree and experience in packaging development, project management, and sustainability practices. The role is full-time with flexible working options available.