Product Development Manager at Unilever | MSc Chemistry Jobs
Are you looking for Product Development Manager opportunities in a global FMCG company? Unilever Careers presents an excellent opening for professionals seeking MSc Chemistry Jobs and Chemical Engineering Jobs in Research & Development. This role offers the chance to lead premium laundry product innovation in a world-class R&D environment in Maharashtra, India.
About Unilever
Unilever is a globally respected FMCG leader offering impactful careers through Unilever Careers. Known for innovation, sustainability, and a strong R&D culture, the company offers excellent opportunities for Product Development Manager, MSc Chemistry, and Chemical Engineering Jobs. With a focus on science-led product development and purpose-driven growth, Unilever empowers professionals to shape the future of everyday consumer products.
Job Details
- Job Title: Product Development Manager (Laundry Premium Powders)
- Location: Mumbai HURC, India
Role:
The incumbent will lead Powders Design for one of the key global markets with overarching responsibilities of end-to-end Portfolio management for that market, working closely with the local/BU team. They are expected to have deep knowledge of underpinning technologies & consumer needs. The incumbent would be responsible for screening technologies, creating superior and affordable mixes in accordance with HC Bright Future Strategy and renovation/innovation roadmaps to bring sustained and exceptional growth to these brands. They are expected to collaborate closely with Global Procurement, Supply Chain, Finance, CD, CI, SC, the local R&D team, and extended cross-functional teams within R&D.
Key Skills:
- Partner with the Technology team and Country team to define and deliver all technical aspects of the projects
- Lead other R&D functions (packaging, CTI, fragrance, processing teams) to ensure delivery on assigned projects
- Lead product development and scale-up activities, ensuring robust technology transfer to countries/factories
- Single point of contact for assigned market & extend business support, including guidance on ongoing quality, material supply, and on-ground challenges.
- Provide formulation inputs for developing claims & demo tool kits for respective brands
- Ensure that local insights and legislative requirements are factored into global innovations
- Drive Material resilience, simplification & saving program for the assigned market.
- Extend Support to the local team to ensure 100% compliance with delivered quality
- Continuously track competitors (global and local) with the support of the CPA team and generate relevant insights to share with the business for meaningful actions.
- Contribute to building a strong formulation team by developing exceptional talents.
- Set stretching targets and ensure appropriate coaching and mentoring are in place to support direct reports.
- Motivate the team in highly challenging circumstances.
Requirements
- Minimum Qualification – Post Graduate in Chemistry or B.Tech (Chemical Engineering)
- Home Care experience will be preferred
- Strong business acumen to strike the right balance between short-term and medium to long-term priorities for business growth.
- Strong communication, experience working in a matrix system, ability to lead cross-functional teams, stakeholder management, and line management are necessary skills for this job.
