H&W Medical Affairs Manager

Job title:

H&W Medical Affairs Manager

Company

Unilever

Job description

Please Note: The deadline for applying is 23.59 the day before the job posting end date.Job Title: H&W Medical Affairs ManagerLocation: Port Sunlight R&DWork-Level: 2BJOB PURPOSEThe Senior Manager Medical Affairs will play a critical role in the Nutritional Sciences and Innovation team. They will be responsible for providing development and execution of scientific engagement strategy for 1) the International Expansion of the H&W Collective and 2) the Long-Term Science pipeline development. They will also support the existing Operating Companies within their core market on scientific engagement.The role reports to the Head, Nutritional Sciences and Innovation, Health & Wellbeing and will interface with the Global and Regional R&D teams.The role requires the ability to translate science into differentiated and meaningful business applications. Strong people and networking skills and a true passion for innovation also required.RESPONSIBILITIESLead

• Develop the overall External Engagement Strategy for Health & Wellbeing for International Expansion (Nutrafol, Liquid IV, Olly) and Long-Term Science Pipeline

• Be the scientific expert in project contexts by translating vitamins, minerals and supplements/VMS nutrition science into compelling Healthcare Professional communication and product opportunities in line with global and regional demands and values working closely with H&W R&D and Marketing, Regulatory Affairs and Brand R&D teams in Opcos

• Identify and Manage Relationships with Key Opinion Leaders with a focus on Beauty from Within (Hair and Skin), Hydration and Nutrition/Vitamins, Minerals and Supplements

• Lead Advisory Boards for new market entry/new product launches

• Develop and execute the Scientific Congress and Publication strategies

• Interact with internal stakeholders to optimize transfer of new scientific/clinical insights

• Anticipates and manages potential business issues by predicting and responding to external scientific developments in the field

Support (within the broader NS&I team)

• Works closely with the Nutrition Science and Clinical Development Teams as part of the claims and communication development (Substantiation à Generation à Dissemination)

• Monitor the latest scientific data (academic and industry) for the key benefit areas: beauty from within, hydration, cognition/mood, women’s health, sleep, and nutritional science

• Partner with the Operating Companies on the deployment of their external scientific engagement

ALL ABOUT YOU

• Master’s degree required (PhD preferred) in nutrition science, food science, dietetics, life sciences or similar discipline.

• Relevant experience in a healthcare, consumer goods, food or pharmaceutical company with a focus on VMS, Sports Science or Dermatology

• Broad knowledge of Nutrition and Health Science and/or Dermatology

• Ability to translate nutrition science into Healthcare professionals relevant propositions, claims and communication

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to present information in a clear and concise manner to senior management

• Networking and stakeholder management

• Attention to detail, excellent organization and time management skills.

• Ability to think flexibly in order to meet constantly shifting priorities and timelines and to independently provide solutions to issues.

• Problem-solving, troubleshooting skills and ability to find creative solutions

• Ability to work successfully in a ‘team-based’ environment

• Ability to manage external collaborations and projects

NOTESPlease apply via this portal as e-mail applications may not be processed and include your Future Fit Plan if possible.By applying for this vacancy, you are confirming that you have made your Line Manager aware of your application and that you are at a point in your career with Unilever where it is appropriate for you to be applying for other positions.Should you require additional information or reasonable adjustments to allow you to present your best self during this process, please contact your Talent Partner Hannah Cottier on hannah.cottier@unilever.comWhat we offerWhilst the role is advertised on a full-time basis, we would be happy to discuss possible flexible working options and what this may look like for you. We strive to achieve a family-friendly and inclusive workplace and to, above all, create possibilities for all.Diversity at Unilever is about inclusion, embracing differences, creating possibilities and growing together for better business performance. We embrace diversity in our workforce. 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. We are also more than happy to provide reasonable adjustments during our application and interview process to enable you to be present your best self. To find out more, including about our Employee Resource Groups, please click here Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (unilever.com).Relocation to the UKPlease be aware if you are applying for this role from outside the UK, if successful, your application will be treated as a self-initiated Change Location Outside of Country (CLOC) transfer. This means any relocation costs must be self-funded with the potential to reclaim some specific pre-approved expenses up to £5,000. Please speak to your Talent Partner if you have any questions.

Expected salary

Location

United Kingdom

Job date

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 23:54:02 GMT

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