Scientist, NA BU Skin Cleansing

Unilever•Trumbull, CT

1d•$69,360 - $104,040•Onsite

About The Position

This position is on the North America Skin Cleansing BU team based in Trumbull. Driving market success of our key power brands daily is critical to overall business growth. This role will be responsible for the formulation of Horizon 1 Dove products, local jewel brands, as well as supporting ongoing factory issues for North America. The candidate will be responsible for activities related to the implementation of new product launches, including working with internal R&D teams, Marketing, CTI/Claims, Procurement, Supply Chain, external suppliers, and BG team counterparts. The candidate needs to be able to work in a safe, disciplined manner in a laboratory environment. The individual will take a hands-on approach to formula design and scale up activities. The position requires strong communication and team skills. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a very visible team, powering Skin Cleansing’s top brands!

Requirements

B.S. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related science
1-3+ years of experience in Personal Care preferred
Working knowledge of ingredients, formulation, process and product design principles
Proficient in Microsoft office suite (Excel, Word, Power point)
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Working knowledge of root cause analysis, problem solving techniques and application to existing and new products
Project and time management skills to coordinate multiple work streams and timelines for innovation projects.
Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships

Responsibilities

Workstream Leader of technical elements of Local Jewel brands, Dove Horizon 1 Cleansing bodywash, bar and format launches: Including formulation, stability, safety and performance testing, processing, specifications, regulatory, etc.
Implement Horizon 1 Design Principles against technical briefs and be responsible for ensuring specifications of formulation, process, pack and quality assurance are correct and delivered against project timings.
Develop and drive productive working relationships with a range of partners, including S&T, Packaging, Consumer Technical Insight & Claims, Specifications, Safety, Brand counterparts, Supply Chain, 3P manufacturers, RM Suppliers etc.