Terug Project Manager Packaging Vacancy number: A-2-2600021 Unilever Nederland B.V. - Rotterdam (Nederland) For our client, Unilever Nederland B.V., we are looking for a Project Manager Packaging. Unilever Nederland B.V. - Rotterdam (Nederland) For our client, Unilever Nederland B.V., we are looking for a Project Manager Packaging. Keywords - Packaging - Project Management - PPWR 2026 Compliance - Stakeholder Management - Regulatory Affairs Profile Are you a seasoned project manager who thrives on complexity, clear governance, and high-stakes regulatory deadlines? Unilever is looking for a Senior Project Manager Packaging to lead the cross-business PPWR 2026 compliance programme — a critical role ensuring the organisation is fully audit-ready for the new EU Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation by 12 August 2026.In this position, you will drive the end-to-end PPWR 2026 programme, covering data collection, supplier engagement, governance, digital enablement and regulatory documentation. You will bring together teams across R&D, Procurement, Regulatory Affairs, Digital, Legal and Packaging to deliver one unified compliance strategy. Your key responsibilities include: - Develop and lead the integrated PPWR 2026 programme plan, milestones and critical path - Coordinate cross-functional workstreams across all business groups - Build and maintain a solid governance model and report to the EU R&D & Procurement SteerCo - Ensure complete and timely availability of all data required for the Declaration of Conformity and Technical Documentation - Identify risks and interdependencies, and escalate issues proactively - Align harmonised supplier data templates with Procurement, Packaging R&D and Regulatory teams - Shape requirements for digital data systems to support audit readiness - Manage external consultants, contractors and PMO resources - Track resource needs across functions and support funding discussions - Deliver clear and concise progress updates, dashboards and decision papers for senior stakeholders Who we're looking for We are looking for an experienced programme leader with a structured mindset and the drive to deliver under tight regulatory deadlines.Required experience and skills: - Senior PMO or Programme Management experience leading complex, multi-stakeholder programmes - Background in regulated environments such as packaging, chemicals, sustainability or regulatory compliance - Demonstrated ability to operate at pace under tight regulatory deadlines - Strong governance, planning and risk management capability - Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, including senior leadership engagement - Structured, detail-oriented mindset with the ability to manage ambiguity - Prior experience with EU packaging, sustainability or product compliance regulations - Experience working with procurement and leading supplier data collection programmes - Exposure to digital data platforms or regulatory documentation systems Company profile Unilever is a global leader in consumer goods, with a heritage of pioneering innovation that improves everyday life. The company combines world-class science, deep consumer insight and global reach to create brands that inspire and ignite desire, making superior products accessible to billions of people worldwide.Additional vacancy information CLS Services is a leading professional recruitment agency, specialised in the recruitment and career coaching of people with a background in chemistry & life sciences. Terug