Research Development Team Lead

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Universal Robina Corporation is looking for R&D Team Lead - Packaging Development (Malaysia).

General job scope:

The job purpose of the Packaging Development Team Lead is to successfully implement strategies and plans for innovation, cost savings, renovation, improvement, capacity and capability building with and through the package design development for Malaysia Business. The role deliver value with his/her expertise by providing technical solutions for packaging and packaging processes, facilitate decision making, as well as coaching and mentoring. He/she possesses interpersonal ability to building relationship at all levels within organization to progress work; as he/she is responsible for the day-to-day management of packaging development projects, and interfaces with internal and external partners (QA, Production, Supply Chain, Procurement, ESD/MRG, Brand and Sales, and Suppliers)

Main responsibilities:

1. Ensure support to new product launches with packaging development compliant to product, brand, regulatory and statutory requirements.

2. Collaborate with Product Development, Consumer Technical Insights and Marketing to conceptualize and implement a consumer-focused packaging innovation and solutions capitalizing on the packaging elements that is structure, material, graphic/aesthetic and process.

3. Create and implement performance indicators and measures for the achievement of group business objectives that hinges on corporate goals.

4. Collaborate with regional counterparts to carry out programs for the harmonization of practice in the areas of business work process, material parameters, testing, procedures and documentation.

5. Identify and manage budget for operations, programs and capability building initiatives.

6. Execute programs that would obtain, retain and develop skills to improve work performance and therefore support company growth.

7. Provide technical resource to internal partners (QA, Production, Supply Chain, Procurement, ESD/MRG, Brand and Sales) to facilitate decision making, create action plan, or conceptualize programs.

8. Manage and drive progress to achieve objectives, milestones and timelines for NPDs, sustainability, renovation or continuous improvement initiatives.

9. Approve and Ensure accuracy of documentations for testing, specifications, process parameters, bill of material references and other SAP related information.

10. Work with external parties and internal stakeholders to ensure robust project management, risk assessment and risk mitigation.

11. Decide on the appropriate technical aspects of primary/secondary/tertiary packaging to drive costs savings, robust operability on equipment, optimum shelf impact and sustainability - and hold primary accountability for these choices.

What are the Qualifications?

• BS Engineering/Masters in Packaging Technology/Food Technology (or any related course)
• Good technical (materials and process) and computer skills
• Good situational analysis and decision-making skills
• Good problem-solving skills
• Has business acumen
• Good project management skills

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Universal Robina Corporation (URC) is one of the largest branded consumer food and beverage product companies in the Philippines. We’ve built three strong regional brands over the years— Jack 'n Jill for snack foods, C2 Cool and Clean for ready-to-drink tea, and Great Taste for coffee. These brands are becoming popular across the ASEAN region. URC's key to success has been attributed to building strong brands, robust product innovation pipeline, and world-class manufacturing and supply chain capabilities.

OUR PROMISE

• We offer multi-industry and international exposure. URC is the major player in various food, agricultural and industrial sectors with a powerful presence throughout the ASEAN Regions.
• We advocate a culture of success. URC empowers its people to become holistic individuals and socially responsible leaders.
• We are committed to promoting learning and development. URC provides exciting experiences for its people to maximize their potentials and hone their talents. We bring the best in our people and offer them a rewarding career.

OUR CORE PURPOSE

Delight everyone with good food choices.

OUR VALUES

• Put people first. We care, cultivate trust, and listen without judgement
• Own it. We take initiative to unlock opportunities.
• Dare to do. We champion experimentation and incubate new ideas.
• Move forward fast. We see the big picture and learn along the way.

OUR AMBITION

We are a sustainable global enterprise of world class talent. Giving everyone access to high quality planet-friendly products. Enhancing the lives of our employees, customers, consumers, and communities.

Apply with us today and join us in delighting our employees, customers, consumers, and communities with good food choices!

NOTE: Universal Robina Corporation does not collect fees throughout our recruitment process and does not collaborate with any travel agency or third party to provide accommodation or other services to job applicants. All URC recruitment processes happen in our respective offices or plants. Recruitment processes are only carried out by our Talent Acquisition teams with an official corporate email address.

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