EM Commercialization Make Manager

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Kenvue is currently recruiting for a:

EM Commercialization Make Manager

What we do

At  Kenvue , we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent.

Who We Are

Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated.   We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage – and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future–and yours. For more information , click here .

Role reports to:

Director External Manufacturing Make

Location:

North America, United States, New Jersey, Summit

Work Location:

Hybrid

What you will do

The EM Commercialization Make Manager within Self - Care is responsible for the coordination of new product launch, life cycle management activity and network projects at Kenvue’s external manufacturing locations. In a project management capacity, the EM Make Manager will lead a cross-functional team through operational aspects of project planning, site on-boarding, scale-up, and commercial validation of new products and projects impacting or enhancing existing products. The EM Make Manager will develop or contribute to the development of a project timelines, host recurring meetings to track progress, and drive progress in achieving key project milestones. The EM Make Manager will also be responsible for coordinating critical KPIs to the EM Make Self-Care related to Service, Reliability, Cost & Financials and Site performance management.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and launch new product introduction, network and life cycle management projects on-time

Partner closely with base business external manufacturing leaders to resolve product supply issues

Lead cross-functional meetings with internal and external business partners to achieve key project milestones

Coordinate the validation and scale-up strategies to ensure product supply requirements are met

Proactively identify and mitigate any potential risks that would have impact to delivering key project milestones

Support external manufacturing team site objectives for performance, agility, reliability of supply, purchasing, inventory control, and capacity management

Collaborate with cross-functional business partners including PMO, R&D, Make, Quality and Supply Chain to ensure the successful execution of key project milestones, resource allocation, and on-time launch

Communicate project risks, key findings, and project/program updates in a logical and structured manner to senior management and other business stakeholders

Coordinate critical KPI management to enable the achievement of goals on Service, Reliability, Cost & Financials and Site performance management

Additional Responsibilities Include:

Resolve raw material, components, and finished good quality & GMP issues

Issue purchase orders for materials and equipment in accordance with project requirements

Provide training, support, and advisement to cross-functional business partners to ensure project launch success

Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project execution, reduce project costs, and increase operational efficiencies

Support the implementation of network strategy decisions to consolidate, on-board, or expand our network of external manufacturing sites

Coordinate and lead root cause analysis, risk mitigation plans, and solution identification with internal and external business partners

What we are looking for

Required Qualifications:

The qualified candidate will have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree. MBA or advanced degree is preferred

A minimum of 8 years related experience or an MBA with 4 years related experience. Related areas include Supply Chain/Operations, External Manufacturing, Project Management, Technical Transfer, Quality, Procurement, Supply Chain Sourcing, Product Development, R&D, and/or Supply Planning

Experience working with Manufacturing Operations in a GMP environment

Strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on delivering practical and sustainable solutions

Effective verbal & written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

Demonstrated project management experience, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage dynamic timelines, and drive cross-functional collaboration

Ability to travel up to 10% domestically and internationally

Preferred Qualifications:

Project Management Training and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) Certified

Prior knowledge of advanced planning systems such as ERP, MRP, and/or SAP

Experience with Six Sigma/Process Excellence tools, training and/or certification

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What’s in it for you

Annual base salary for new hires in this position ranges:

$124,100.00 - $175,200.00

This takes into account a number of factors including work location, the candidate’s skills, experience, education level & other job-related factors.

Competitive Benefit Package*

Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time & More!

Learning & Development Opportunities

Kenvuer Impact Networks

This list could vary based on location/region

*Note: Total Rewards at Kenvue include salary, bonus (if applicable) and benefits. Your Talent Access Partner will be able to share more about our total rewards offerings and the specific salary range for the relevant location(s) during the recruitment & hiring process.

Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

If you are an individual with a disability, please check our Disability Assistance page for information on how to request an accommodation.