HC ID Packaging Development Assistant Manager - Home & Hygiene

Join us as HC ID Packaging Development Assistant Manager - Home & Hygiene

• Location: Cikarang NSD Factory

• Terms & Conditions: Full-time

About Unilever 

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Job Purpose
The Assistant Packaging Development Manager will lead end-to-end packaging projects for the Home & Hygiene portfolio—owning delivery of innovation, renovation, sustainability, and supply chain support initiatives. The role combines strong project management, technical ownership, and cross-functional leadership to deliver solutions that meet Unilever standards on quality, safety, compliance, sustainability, and value.

Key Responsibilities ( Project Ownership Level)

Project Leadership & OTIF Delivery

• Own the end-to-end plan (scope, critical path, risks, resources) and drive OTIF delivery for assigned projects (multi-brand/format).

• Lead cross-functional routines (R&D, Supply Chain, Procurement, Quality, Marketing) and ensure decision-readiness at project gates.

Technical Ownership & Specifications

• Ensure packaging solutions meet Unilever technical standards and PQS (functionality, quality, safety, compliance).

• Define & maintain specifications for finished goods and materials: flexible packaging, rigid plastics, corrugated carton board, and sustainability-related materials.

• Troubleshoot issues (machinability, sealing, COF, transit damage, leakage, delamination) and close with data-backed actions.

Validation & Qualification

• Plan & execute factory trials, line validations, transit tests, and material qualifications across sites, with complete technical documentation.

• Lead risk assessment & mitigation; secure stakeholder signoffs for commercialization.

Artwork & Regulatory Readiness

• Review and approve local language artworks based on packaging specifications, technical requirements, and local regulatory compliance.

• Ensure all artworks align with Unilever packaging standards and are fully executable in manufacturing without errors.

Sustainability & Value Creation

• Identify and qualify alternative materials and suppliers to ensure performance, quality, sustainability, and cost targets are achieved.

• Deliver the category’s sustainability agenda including PCR adoption, recyclability design, lightweighting, mono-material conversion, and other eco-design initiatives.

• Drive value creation through validated material optimization, design-to-value, and supplier capability building.

Stakeholder & Vendor Management

• Manage external partners (suppliers, labs, 3PM) to hit timeline, quality, and cost targets.

• Influence stakeholders through data-driven recommendations and clear communication.

Qualifications Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, Packaging Technology, Material Science, or related fields.

• ≥4 years relevant experience in FMCG preferably in R&D Packaging Development with proven end-to-end project leadership.

• Proficient in English (spoken & written)

• Proven ability to work independently, manage complex timelines, and handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of flexible packaging, rigid plastics, corrugated carton board, and sustainability packaging technologies (PCR, recyclability, lightweighting, mono-material).

• Hands-on experience in factory trials, qualification, specification governance, transport testing, root cause analysis, and CAPA.

• Good digital literacy in packaging tools: AutoCAD, Microsoft Project, CAPE Pack, or similar software.

Leadership, Mindset & Behavior

• Strong project management capability with structured execution, risk management, and cross-functional alignment.

• Demonstrated agility, growth mindset, problem-solving skills, and a strong bias for action.

• Strong analytical thinking with structured approach to validation and decision making.

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and influencing skills across internal teams and external suppliers.

At Unilever, inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive/succeed. All applicants will receive fair and respectful consideration, and we actively support the growth and development of every employee.

Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their ‘Whole Self’ to work and this includes you! Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.