Mashiur Rahman
Senior Packaging Development Manager
Dhaka
Summary
With over a decade of hands-on expertise spanning Manufacturing Operations to Research & Development, a wealth of experience in pivotal sectors such as Manufacturing Operations, Cost Efficiency Improvement and R&D. Experience extends across the entire spectrum of Deep understanding on Material and Product Design, Development, and Deployment, with a particular focus on revolutionizing Manufacturing technologies, notably in Soap Bars and Beauty & Personal Care Liquids. Gathered strong understanding on material science like Blendflex and create strong ideas about product cost efficiency idea generation in methodical & collaborative approach. Excelled in driving innovation and seamlessly managing projects, with a proven track record in spearheading E2E Sustainability initiatives including NDPE, embracing Circular Economy principles, and championing the 3R approach alongside EPR. Expertise lies in forging strategic partnerships, advocating for industry-leading practices, and ensuring compliance with stringent Product & Packaging regulations through astute Regulatory Affairs management. Drawing from rich factory experience in Oil refining & Blending, Soap manufacturing, and Glycerin processing, well-versed in Team Management & Manufacturing Excellence Process with Safety protocols & E2E Quality assurance. Additionally, my insights into Consumer Technical trends & Consumer Research methodologies underscore my ability to amplify brand impact and drive consumer engagement.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Senior Packaging Development Manager
Unilever
Dhaka
07.2022 - Current
Took on a leadership role in packaging development, driving the Plastic Sustainability agenda under 'Less-No-Better Plastic' and leading successful refill initiative URefill at GT Market
- Spearheaded packaging material localization by building local capabilities with Procurement team and collaborated with Academia about research on plastic circularity
- Earned advanced degree in packaging from Institute of South Africa and contributed to five national Unilever workshops, shaping sustainability narrative
- Participated in advocacy like Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and helped with technical input.
Senior Development Manager
Unilever
Dhaka
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Promoted to Senior Development Manager, leading categories Skin Cleansing and Hair Care
- Developed a strategic savings roadmap for PC and B&W and generated key inspirations for upcoming innovations, savings and insights.
- Partnered with Beauty & Wellbeing and Personal Care BUs to shape future innovations, including Lux Bodywash market development
Product Development Manager
Unilever
Dhaka
01.2020 - 12.2021
- Advanced to Country Category Business Team (CCBT) R&D partner for Skincare, driving impactful strategies
- During COVID, spearheaded & led business continuity & resilience initiatives that supported both the business and consumers through challenging times partnering closely with Supply Chain
- Led groundbreaking innovations in skincare, including the development of Unilever's first-ever safe mosquito lotion
Assistant Product Development Manager
Unilever
Dhaka
02.2017 - 12.2019
- Moved to R&D focusing on skin cleansing and skincare product development
- Created Blendflex Ideas for Bangladesh under savings, delivered ground-breaking localization ideas like Ponds Bright Beauty Cream and Ponds Facewash Range; created Savings road map for BPC
- Delivered key innovations, including Lux Premium range, Lifebuoy Lemon, Localized Full Ayush range in Bangladesh
- Advanced to Country Category Business Team (CCBT) / R&D partner and became a Digital R&D superuser, further enhancing strategic and operational capabilities
Production Shift Officer
Unilever
Dhaka
08.2013 - 02.2017
- Joined as Production Shift Officer at a soap manufacturing plant with a legacy dating back to 1964
- Led initiatives in efficiency improvement and upgraded oil blending and soap-making processes with automation
- Thrived in a dynamic leadership role, collaborating with an experienced workforce to enhance plant operations and drive continuous improvement through TPM, Safety Culture
Project Management Intern
British American Tobacco
Dhaka
04.2013 - 06.2013
- Worked as intern in Secondary Manufacturing Department, Supply chain
Education
Diploma in Packaging Technology -
The Institute of Packaging South Africa
South Africa 05.2024 - 02.2025
Executive MBA - Business Administration And Management
Independent University, Bangladesh
Dhaka 01.2020 - 07.2023
Executive MBA -
Institute of Business Administration
Dhaka 01.2017 - 12.2017
Bachelor's degree - Chemical Engineering
Bangladesh University of Engineering And Technology
Dhaka 01.2008 - 12.2012
HSC - Science
Notre Dame College
Dhaka 01.2005 - 12.2007
Skills
Deep Understanding on RM, Product and Packaging
Wellness
Coaching and mentoring
Innovation management
Product & packaging development skills
Teamwork and collaboration
Analytical skills
Productivity improvement
Certification
Business Development Foundations: Researching Market and Customer Needs
Awards
- UBL Hero
- UBL SC Hero
- UBL Annual Enterprise Award 2018
- Safety Week Award
- UBL Enterprise Award 2020
Fields
- Chemical Engineering
- EMBA
- Member of Institute of Packaging, South Africa
- Manufacturing
- R&D
- Sustainability
- Innovation
Timeline
Diploma in Packaging Technology -
The Institute of Packaging South Africa
05.2024 - 02.2025
Senior Packaging Development Manager
Unilever
07.2022 - Current
Senior Development Manager
Unilever
01.2022 - 06.2022
Product Development Manager
Unilever
01.2020 - 12.2021
Executive MBA - Business Administration And Management
Independent University, Bangladesh
01.2020 - 07.2023
Assistant Product Development Manager
Unilever
02.2017 - 12.2019
Executive MBA -
Institute of Business Administration
01.2017 - 12.2017
Production Shift Officer
Unilever
08.2013 - 02.2017
Project Management Intern
British American Tobacco
04.2013 - 06.2013
Bachelor's degree - Chemical Engineering
Bangladesh University of Engineering And Technology
01.2008 - 12.2012
HSC - Science
Notre Dame College
01.2005 - 12.2007
Business Development Foundations: Researching Market and Customer Needs
Project Management Foundations
SPCEx: Sustainable Packaging in a Circular Economy
Advanced Certification on Business Administration
Packaging Foundation Course
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