Associate Scientist

Job description

P&G was founded over 180 years ago as a simple soap and candle company. Today, we're the world’s largest consumer goods company and home to iconic, trusted brands that make life a little bit easier in small but meaningful ways. We've spanned three centuries thanks to three simple ideas: leadership, innovation and citizenship. The insight, innovation and passion of hardworking teams has helped us grow into a global company that is governed responsibly and ethically, that is open and transparent, and that supports good causes and protects the environment. This is a place where you can be proud to work and do something that matters.

Overview of the job

India is one of the critical regions for the Fabric Care business globally with strong brands like Ariel and Tide. We are always looking to innovate on our brand offerings in the region and towards this delivering new consumer-based ideas, benefits visualization and demos are critical to both continue to grow and compete/win in the market.

We are looking for a Scientist, whose role is to understand the market & consumer Habits and Practices, organize and run consume research, qualify and amplify global and regional initiatives in the Indian sub-continent as well as potential expansion to other regions such as Asia Pacific.

Your team

Located at the P&G Hyderabad manufacturing site, you will be part of the product research in Fabric Care organization. You will have the opportunity to work in multi-functional teams and R&D team based out of Newcastle, UK and our consumer hub in Mumbai. In this role, you will also engage with both internal and external partners.

How success looks like

Over time, you will be a Fabric Care product research Band 2 or expand your experience with other roles within R&D.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for leading consumer testing of the future Fabric care program aimed at delivering a sustainable win in this challenging market. He/she will be working closely with regional R&D and commercial teams to design, qualify and execute a range of consumer tests to support a pipeline of regional initiatives and NSS opportunities. The candidate will lead a small team in Hyderabad to make the product for consumer testing as well as support the demo creation and amplification of the commercial toolkit.  Initially, he/she will also work closely with the engineering team on the creation of the appropriate infrastructure on site in order to support the powder making and demo work.

Key Responsibilities

This will include the day-to-day preparation and execution of standard technical characterization and routine consumer research study placement. Onboards to the range of systems including data analysis, and other R&D systems and become knowledgeable in the requirements for consumer study placement, logistics etc., as well as proper documentation of work.

·  Execute, and analyze consumer insights and claims' tests results
·  Lead product technical study in the labs and consumer studies
·  Understand consumer needs and work with multi-functional teams to create new ideas and demos to delight our consumers
·  Partner with senior researchers & technologists to develop and test out prototypes
·  Capture key insights and technical findings from research projects and share results & recommendations in a clear succinct manner
·  Expand the competitive intelligence program with rapid assessment of new samples in ways other than standard analytical (eg running demos to check they still work, creative lab based methods to look for new benefits, determine when to fast track samples to NIC for detailed assessment etc).

Job Qualifications

Job Requirements

·  Polytechnic Diploma in Science or bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science or related fields (TBC)
·  Strong ownership & self-leadership skills to understand the business objective, local context, and business landscape to deliver the required outcomes
·  Effective oral and written communication skills is a must
·  Able to work independently, prioritize and perform in a fast-paced environment
·  Excellent problem-solving skills and uses data to connect multiple ideas and develop solutions.
·  Strong interpersonal and communication skills to connect with people from different cultures and levels, both internally and externally

About us

We produce globally recognized brands and we grow the best business leaders in the industry. With a portfolio of trusted brands as diverse as ours, it is paramount our leaders are able to lead with courage the vast array of brands, categories and functions. We serve consumers around the world with one of the strongest portfolios of trusted, quality, leadership brands, including Always®, Ariel®, Gillette®, Head & Shoulders®, Herbal Essences®, Oral-B®, Pampers®, Pantene®, Tampax® and more. Our community includes operations in approximately 70 countries worldwide.

Visit http://www.pg.com to know more.

Our consumers are diverse and our talents - internally - mirror this diversity to best serve it. That is why we’re committed to building a winning culture based on Inclusion and our ideal candidate is passionate about the same principle: you will join our daily effort of being “in touch” so we craft brands and products to improve the lives of the world’s consumers now and in the future. We want you to inspire us with your unrivaled ideas.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment. We do not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, HIV/AIDS status, or any other legally protected factor.

Dedication from us

You'll be at the core of breakthrough innovations, be given exciting assignments, lead initiatives, and take ownership and responsibility, in creative work spaces where new ideas flourish. All the while, you'll receive worldclass training to help you become a leader in your field. It is not just about what you'll do, but how you'll feel: welcomed, valued, purposeful, challenged, heard, and inspired.  

What We Offer

-Continuous mentorship – you will collaborate with passionate peers and receive both formal training as well as day-today mentoring from your manager 

-Dynamic and supportive work environment – employees are at the centre, we value every individual and support initiatives, promoting agility and work/life balance. 

Just So You Know

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Our mission of Diversity and Inclusion is: “Everyone valued. Everyone included. Everyone performing at their peak”. 

Job Schedule
Full time

Job Number
R000100088

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Experienced Professionals (Job Segmentation)