PC Men’s Innovation Senior Formulation Design Assistant Manager

Job Position

PC Men’s Innovation Senior Formulation Design Assistant Manager

Leeds R&D, UK

The Deodorants category is a key part of the Unilever Personal Care Business Group, with a family of Power Brands (Dove, Lynx & Rexona). This role focuses on delivering the Men’s Deodorant Innovation programme for Lynx and Dove Men + Care International by leading the formulation workstream and supporting innovation project delivery across multiple projects.

• Lead the formulation work‑stream on multiple projects to deliver safe, compatible products that meet consumer and brand requirements.
• Ensure technical testing, structuring, capturing and interpreting data for formulation changes.
• Support Technical Project Leaders on cross‑functional project management.
• Deputise when required, ensuring project support and communication to Business Units and partners.
• Coordinate creation of technical documentation, gathering cross‑functional and regional input.
• Identify and highlight project risks to stakeholders and the project team.
• Input formulation and R&D information into decision‑gate documents, ensuring regulatory and endorsement support.
• Use digital approaches, dashboards and AI to structure, connect and analyse data, driving greater efficiency.
• Encourage digital‑first practices and methodologies across the team.
• Identify opportunities for portfolio simplification and cost efficiency.
• Lead, train and coach Formulation Technicians, delegating laboratory work as needed.
• Maintain high laboratory housekeeping and safety standards.
• Provide technical support to colleagues and champion new product mixes aligned with consumer needs.

• Proven experience in formulation chemistry with deep understanding of ingredients, formats and benefit technologies.
• Ability to modify and manipulate formulations while ensuring product safety.
• Knowledge of digital and data management practices.
• Working knowledge of SAP.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret data and make evidence‑based recommendations.
• Deep understanding of Unilever’s and key competitors’ global product portfolios.
• Basic intellectual property knowledge.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Entrepreneurial drive and passion to deliver growth.
• Experience working autonomously and as part of a cross‑functional team.

• Competitive salary and pension scheme.
• Annual bonus.
• Subsidised gym membership.
• Discounted staff shop and share scheme.
• Flexible and hybrid working environment.
• Wellbeing support and development opportunities.
• Inclusive, family‑friendly workplace with diversity and equal opportunity.

Unilever is a committed equal opportunity employer. We give full and fair consideration to all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity.