Packaging Technologist, EPR/ESG data specialist (FTC 14 month maternity cover)
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£41,700
(£21.38 per hour)
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Description
Born on South Molton Street, London in 1971, Molton Brown is an icon of uniquely British style. Today, Molton Brown is one of the leading global brands in Kao´s global cosmetics portfolio. Growing from small-scale artisans into the international fragrance brand it is today, its pioneering presence is felt in our stores and websites, travel retail, luxury department stores and the most esteemed hotels around the world.
Expertly blended in London, Molton Brown’s signature fragrances, bath and shower gels, home and hand care luxuries have claimed iconic status. Kao and Molton Brown have a passion for integrity, for craftsmanship, for artistry and for giving our consumers the ultimate, quality experience.
The role:
14 month fixed-term contract (maternity cover).
You will manage new product development packaging through the stage-gate (Kaihatsu) process across retail, wholesale and e-commerce channels. Working closely with Kaihatsu project teams, you will ensure all packaging tasks are delivered on time, within budget, and ready for launch.
The role also provides data support for EPR, plastic tax, LCA and wider reporting, alongside preparation for upcoming EU PPWR requirements and the product passport for 2030. You will support the wider team with SAP queries, ensuring all data created is accurate, consistent and fit for reporting.
Key requirements:
Expertly blended in London, Molton Brown’s signature fragrances, bath and shower gels, home and hand care luxuries have claimed iconic status. Kao and Molton Brown have a passion for integrity, for craftsmanship, for artistry and for giving our consumers the ultimate, quality experience.
The role:
14 month fixed-term contract (maternity cover).
You will manage new product development packaging through the stage-gate (Kaihatsu) process across retail, wholesale and e-commerce channels. Working closely with Kaihatsu project teams, you will ensure all packaging tasks are delivered on time, within budget, and ready for launch.
The role also provides data support for EPR, plastic tax, LCA and wider reporting, alongside preparation for upcoming EU PPWR requirements and the product passport for 2030. You will support the wider team with SAP queries, ensuring all data created is accurate, consistent and fit for reporting.
Key requirements:
- Data support for EPR/PPWR/plastic tax reporting/data reporting/LCA. With the introduction of EPR and PPWR as other data reporting responsibilities, this position will play a key role in the team to help manage our reporting in an efficient and consistent manner, working alongside the ESG lead team.
- Manage and develop new products/projects following the MB Kaihatsu process and technical packaging development steps (including project budget/artworks/codes and BOM creation/logistical date/creating specs and standards/establishing AQLs with suppliers). Ensuring all parties, suppliers and internal teams are clear on what is required and ensure that the best product for the business is delivered on time and to budget.
- Keep abreast of ESG options for all materials being proposed in a project and look for ways to ‘reduce, reuse, recycle’ where possible. Where possible look out and lead specific ESG & innovation ideas for new components, and product ideas. Awareness of EPR (UK and European packaging waste regulations).
- Keep abreast of ESG options for all materials being proposed in a project and look for ways to ‘reduce, reuse, recycle’ where possible. Where possible look out and lead specific ESG & innovation ideas for new components, and product ideas. Awareness of EPR (UK and European packaging waste regulations).
- Bachelor’s degree or relevant qualification, ideally in a technical or material science discipline
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar product development or technology role, including supplier interaction
- Solid technical understanding of the end-to-end new product development process, from concept to store
- Proven experience with SAP and data reporting; advanced Excel skills are essential
- Confident user of MS Office and MS Teams
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
- Attention to detail with a curious, tenacious and proactive mindset
- Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently
How we work:
Having been selected among the World´s Most Ethical Companies for 17 consecutive years, we are a company with a purpose and strong corporate values. We never compromise on quality and craft our products with care for the consumer and the environment. At Kao, each employee can actively shape their job and their career. We work collaboratively to achieve our common goals, always aiming to deliver the best for our customers.
What we offer: A friendly and flexible work environment with competitive salaries, benefits package, ongoing development and the opportunity to enhance your skills and deliver tangible results. At Kao your voice will be heard. Your opinion really counts. We believe that change comes from taking opportunities into your own hands, so we value and reward entrepreneurial thinking and innovation.
Hiring Process: Kao embraces the diversity and the individual personalities of its people because we believe it is diversity that makes us strong. This is why we welcome applications from all areas of the global community.
Want to learn more: If you feel you are as unique as our products and want to find out why 33,000 people across the globe opted for a career with us please visit https://www.kao.com/emea/en/
https://www.kao.com/emea/en/privacy/
What we offer: A friendly and flexible work environment with competitive salaries, benefits package, ongoing development and the opportunity to enhance your skills and deliver tangible results. At Kao your voice will be heard. Your opinion really counts. We believe that change comes from taking opportunities into your own hands, so we value and reward entrepreneurial thinking and innovation.
Hiring Process: Kao embraces the diversity and the individual personalities of its people because we believe it is diversity that makes us strong. This is why we welcome applications from all areas of the global community.
Want to learn more: If you feel you are as unique as our products and want to find out why 33,000 people across the globe opted for a career with us please visit https://www.kao.com/emea/en/
https://www.kao.com/emea/en/privacy/