R&D Project Assistant Manager

Job Title: R&D Project Assistant Manager Location: Leeds Factory JOB PURPOSE Unilever's Deodorants Category manages the iconic brands of Sure/Rexona, Lynx/Axe, and Dove. The category is in an exciting phase as it focusses on innovation in technologies that benefit both our consumers and our planet. This job is based in the Innovation project team within the Global Innovation Design team. You will either lead or work within cross capability teams to deliver cross- brand projects for the range of Deodorant applicators as well as supporting the Formulation Deodorant strategy. The position is based within the Deodorant Category Design Centre, Leeds UK. RESPONSIBILITIES

• Developing superior formulation solutions, based on clear insights, to ensure our consumers have products that delight
• Project management - As either formulation lead on large projects or technical lead on smaller initiatives.
• Communication, collaboration and influencing with a wide range of technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Create impact in a fast-paced team environment by fostering both internal and external partnerships from early concept through market delivery.
• Lead and support everyday workplans for junior members of the team, including training and coaching

ALL ABOUT YOU

• Passion for and attention to consumer needs and trends.
• Project Management and organisation skills
• The ability to translate complex science into a meaningful consumer story
• Analyse and visualise data
• Ability to build strong working relationships with teams and partners across the world
• Excellent communication skills
• Entrepreneurial drive and passion to deliver growth.

Education: Graduate Calibre – degree in Science/Engineering with chemistry background or equivalent experience in capability field. Relevant Experience:

• Proven experience in formulation development including significant lab experience
• Project management and prioritisation in a fast-paced environment
• Clear understanding of importance of Consumer, customer and competitor focus
• Information and data management, including capture and interpretation
• Some experience of scientific story telling would be desirable

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary
• Agile Working
• Pension scheme
• Annual bonus
• Well-being resources
• Unilever Discounts

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