Global Artwork Production Specialist Job in Hindustan Unilever (hul)

Position: Global Artwork Production Specialist

Location: Mumbai

Function: Artwork Management / Packaging Development

Experience Required: 2 3 years

Language: Fluent English

Employment Type: Full-time

About Unilever

Join one of the world s most successful purpose-led businesses. At Unilever, we combine innovation with responsibility to create brands that are loved globally and make a positive impact on lives every day. With our products reaching 9 out of 10 Indian households, we offer unmatched opportunities to make a real difference both in business and in society.

Position Summary

As a Global Artwork Production Specialist, you will coordinate and manage Unilever s packaging artwork lifecycle, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality artwork assets for global and local markets. Working across functions, time zones, and stakeholders, you ll be a critical driver of Unilever s artwork excellence and packaging efficiency, leveraging tools like BLUE (Unilever s Artwork Management System).

Key Responsibilities

• Artwork Project Management
• Lead end-to-end coordination of global packaging artwork development using the Artwork Excellence model.
• Manage project timelines and ensure delivery of mechanical artworks and print files to printers on time.
• Oversee artwork workflows in BLUE and track project milestones and KPIs.
• Stakeholder Collaboration
• Collaborate with cross-functional internal teams: R&D, Supply Chain, Marketing, and Artwork Production.
• Act as a bridge between in-market teams and external vendors like Print Management Agencies (PMAs) and printers.
• Represent your category/region in global workstreams and rollout global initiatives locally.
• Quality & Compliance
• Ensure all artwork is developed in line with Unilever's brand and packaging guidelines.
• Monitor PMA compliance to SLAs, rate cards, and delivery quality.
• Proactively identify risks in artwork timelines and resolve issues before they impact critical paths.
• Continuous Improvement & Innovation
• Drive efficiency, automation, and technology adoption in the artwork development process.
• Promote harmonization and reuse of assets across categories and geographies.
• Contribute to global marketing initiatives and process improvement projects in artwork management.

Challenges in the Role

• Managing multiple time zones, projects, and external/internal stakeholders simultaneously.
• Navigating tight timelines with high criticality to product launches.
• Maintaining consistency across artwork projects globally while customizing for local needs.
• Holding third-party vendors accountable for quality and performance.

Key Skills & Competencies

Core Competencies

• Strong communication & stakeholder management
• Excellent organizational and project management skills
• Business partner mindset with an ownership approach
• High adaptability and intercultural sensitivity

Professional Expertise

• 2 3 years of experience in artwork management, packaging development, print production, or print management
• Hands-on experience with artwork lifecycle tools (preferably BLUE or similar platforms)
• Familiarity with packaging printing processes and regulatory compliance

Technical & General Skills

• Proficient in MS Office and artwork management software
• Highly detail-oriented with strong analytical abilities
• Comfortable managing remote teams and vendors
• Fluency in English (verbal and written)

Scope of Role

• Manage multiple brands and categories across clusters or countries.
• Support regional and global artwork production initiatives.
• Work in a multi-cultural, cross-time-zone environment.
• May deputize for the Artwork Production Manager when required.

Why Join Us?

• Work with globally recognized brands and experienced leaders
• Be part of purpose-led innovation in a high-impact role
• Drive meaningful change through packaging excellence
• Access to continuous learning, growth, and a global network