Personal Care Philippines Activation Research

Personal Care Philippines Activation Research & Development Lead Unilever • Taguig, National Capital Region, Philippines Position Overview Personal Care (PC) business in Greater Asia is a large, profitable, and growing market. We aim to generate over €150M incremental turn‑over in the next three years and are accretive to the overall PC Business Group. In the Philippines, PC has a solid portfolio of leading brands such as Rexona, Dove, Closeup and Axe. The PC Activation R&D Lead will spearhead product activation projects, from product lock and implementation in customers to activating science and technology of products for key audiences. This role supports the PC Country R&D Lead to deliver growth ambition for the market through superior products and impactful activation. Main Responsibilities Support the PC Country R&D Lead for on‑time and in‑full delivery of the R&D program, ensuring relevant product technology and performance deployment. Programs encompass innovation, product superiority, and brand‑led growth activities. Lead the product activation workstream for innovation (including Y2) and brand‑led growth activities. Adapt global activation assets to local market needs and partner with Brand, CSP (Customer Strategy & Planning) and Digital Marketing Media teams to customize science communications and product assets to local requirements. Work closely with marketing to design comprehensive technical activation plans for different touchpoints (customers, shoppers, consumers, influencers, authorities & experts). Create science content that aligns with marketing strategies, including demos, claims, and product stories/visuals, ensuring scientific accuracy and engagement. Lead assessment of activation impact and identify improvement opportunities using available tools and mechanisms to amplify further impact (e.g., input into post‑launch evaluations). Share success stories and best practices for learning. Support R&D capability building, particularly on developing Social First capabilities—merging science communications with culture and consumer cohorts to develop future‑fit R&D science communications relevant to today and tomorrow’s consumers. Provide local claim support, risk assessment, and clearances: engage with Brand, CTI, and local claims forum to ensure claims are supportable and compliant with local regulatory (FDA) and Advertising Standards Council requirements. Be flexible and open to pivot to other R&D roles (e.g., Technical Project Lead) as required by evolving business priorities and line‑manager guidance. Key Requirements Minimum graduate degree in science or technology courses. Minimum fluency in English for communication (reading, writing, speaking). Confidence and passion in talking about product science & technology in an engaging manner is a must. Preferably with experience in a fast‑moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry. Preferably with PC R&D experience in Southeast Asian markets. Preferably with broad R&D experience across different functions (formulation, claim, CTI, technical project management). Preferably with proven track record of leading projects & teams and delivering consistently at a high standard. Preferably with consistent exposure and engagement with business teams. Unilever embraces diversity and encourages applicants from all walks of life 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. Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners and communities. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr