Please Note: The deadline for applying is 23.59 the day before the job posting end date. Job Title: Leave On & Post Wash Innovation Manager Location: Port sunlight Research and Development Work-Level: 2B JOB PURPOSE Winning in Beauty & Well b eing is a key pillar of Unilevers ’ Growth Action Plan with science and technology lead innovation and premiumisation at its core. Hair Care is a key pillar of the BW programme representing € 6.2Bn business, with core brands such as Dove, Sunsilk, Tresemme, Clear, Nexxus and Cremesilk. Brand led innovation is critical to the success of these core brands with a need to improve both the scale, impact and speed of innovation delivery in order to deliver growth in line with expectations. The productivity plan requires the business to “design centrally and execute locally” – adopting a disciplined execution model for the top 6 hair brands and key BG led markets, with seamless end to end innovation teams accountable for delivery of global mixes. Given the importance of Leave O n – we are creating a new role for leave on manager to l ead the technical work for Hair Leave on formulations development as well as the development of new technical capabilities for the Hair Leave On team, aligned with our B&W ambition. The successful candidate will be an experienced R&D professional, with minimum 3 years’ experience of technical leadership in formulation, preferably with experience of packaging and third - party manufacture. In addition, the candidate will have a prove n record of lead ing large teams, setting direction and holding team members accountable for delivery. The candidate will be required to build and develop the vision & strategic R&D direction for the global brands and to ensure timely delivery of the multi-year innovation portfolio. RESPONSIBILITIES D rive and deliver the technology roadmaps for the Hair Leave O n format, in partnership with CBP and Brand Leaders, consider not only consumer / market needs but also non- negotiables like Compliance, Sustainability and Resilience. Build future- proof c apabilities for the Hair Leave on format, including the development of Skills and Competencies of the team members. Shape & execute the measurement & testing programme for the format, to understand performance of our products & deliver superiority against our competitors. Develop strong partnerships within R&D (global, cluster) and with functional business partners when. Establish good connections with the Port Sunlight ecosystem ( Advanced Manufacturing Centre, Materials Innovation Factory, S&T) and also with externals ( suppliers, universities ), in order to properly support and growth the format programme. Lead by example and hold teams accountable for safe working practices at the laboratory, proactively maintaining safety standards and norms. L ine management of members of the Hair Leave on Format WL1 team. ALL ABOUT YOU Experiences and Skills : Academic degree in a Science or Engineering Field Fully operational of the main science themes and the chemistry of product formulations and technologies, ideally experienced in Hair category. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with internal and external partners ( suppliers, universities ). Good knowledge/understanding of a wide range of methodologies for assessing intrinsic product/substrate condition, and delivery of product benefits Strong leadership skills, with ability to inspire and successfully manage people and teams. Highly-motivated with resourceful problem solving skills/ practical creativity Standards of Leadership: Talent Catalyst : U nlock the power of our people, empowering them and tak ing the time to invest in their development. Inspires powerful teamwork and collaboration, connecting people for better results. Business Acumen : Creates sustainable growth with purpose. Brings the outside in, encouraging experimentation and intelligent risk-taking. Consumer Love : Invests time to understand the needs of consumers, to then translate these consumer insights into superior formulations. Passion for High Performance : Generates intensity and focus to motivate people to deliver results at speed, t akes personal responsibility and accountability for execution and results. A gility : F ind new and disruptive solutions to even the most complex problems. 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 Hannah Cottier on hannah.cottier 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. We strive to achieve a family-friendly and inclusive workplace and to, above all, create possibilities for all. Diversity at Unilever is about inclusion, embracing differences, creating possibilities and growing together for better business performance. We embrace diversity in our workforce. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and continuing development of all employees regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity. We are also more than happy to provide reasonable adjustments during our application and interview process to enable you to be present your best self. To find out more, including about our Employee Resource Groups, please click here Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (unilever.com). 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.