B&W EU Skin Care Program and Formulation Manager

Please Note: The deadline for applying is 23.59 the day before the job posting end date. Job Title: B&W EU Skin Care Program and Formulation Manager Business Function: R&D Location: Port Sunlight Work-Level: WL2B 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 that brings Desire, Science, and Purpose to life. Our European business is highly competitive and innovative, with strong brand positions including Dove, Vaseline, Simple, Tresemme, and Sunsilk. The Beauty & Wellbeing R&D Business Unit (BU) team is responsible for all go-to-market activities for the EU portfolio, including launching new technologies, extending existing ranges, and delivering 5S, resilience, and compliance programs. JOB PURPOSE We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Skin Care Program and Formulation Manager to lead our Skin Care programme and manage the Beauty & Wellbeing Compliance program for Hair and Skin Care. This role requires autonomy, strong people and project leadership, and stakeholder management. RESPONSIBILITIES Skin Care Programme Leadership: Lead the formulation delivery for both innovations and non-innovations (SC support, 5S, compliance, material resilience). Provide technical product information on feasibility for manufacturing and distribution. Deliver non-innovation projects OTIF to drive profitable growth for brands in the cluster. Manage key interfaces with BG (global R&D), Demand Creation, SC, Procurement, and Sourcing Unit. Potentially act as TPL for large/complex projects in Skin Care. Compliance Program Management: Lead the B&W Compliance program for Hair and Skin Care. Oversee delivery through multiple teams and manage communication with BG and BU stakeholders. Lead the cross-functional Task Force and represent the BU on global forums (e.g., Veritas). Team Leadership and Development: Lead the Skin formulation team, managing and developing 2-3 direct reports. Identify and execute relevant technical capability building, including formulation excellence and people development. Stakeholder Engagement: Partner with multiple global and regional stakeholders to ensure OTIF delivery. Proactively contribute to the BU R&D Leadership team. Bring a Beauty mindset with a passion for our consumers and customers. ALL ABOUT YOU Proven experience in skin care formulation and program management. Strong leadership and project management skills. Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities. Passion for beauty and wellbeing, with a consumer-centric approach. Bachelor Degree in Chemistry, Chemical or material engineering or related areas. Experience: relevant years relevant working experience with a proven track record on project delivery on FMCG, preferably on B&W or PC; experienced in formulation development and assessment; test methodologies; project management; team leadership and line management. NOTES Please apply via this portal as e-mail applications may not be processed and include your Future Fit Plan if possible. By applying for this vacancy, you are confirming that you have made your Line Manager aware of your application and that you are at a point in your career with Unilever where it is appropriate for you to be applying for other positions.   Should you require additional information or reasonable adjustments to allow you to present your best self during this process, please contact your Talent Partner Kyron Dias on Kyron.Dias@unilever.com  What we offer Whilst the role is advertised on a full-time basis, we would be happy to discuss possible flexible working options and what this may look like for you. 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Relocation to the UK Please be aware if you are applying for this role from outside the UK, if successful, your application will be treated as a self-initiated Change Location Outside of Country (CLOC) transfer. This means any relocation costs must be self-funded with the potential to reclaim some specific pre-approved expenses up to £5,000. Please speak to your Talent Partner if you have any questions. We are one of the world largest consumer goods companies with amazing brands, dynamic people and a sustainable vision. We meet everyday needs for nutrition, hygiene and personal care with brands that help people feel good, look good and get more out of life. If you are ambitious, keen to learn and want lo lead, you have come to the right place. Explore our website and apply to be part of a company with more than 400 brands used by over two billion people everyday.