Associate Manager R&D Programs

Come work at the forefront of science - and help the brands you grew up with grow and evolve into the next generation.

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Description

Kenvue is currently recruiting for:

This position reports to the Director, Global Labeling Operations and is based at WHQ in Summit, NJ.

Who we are

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 Brand Adhesive Bandages that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent. Our global team is made up of ~ 22,000 diverse and brilliant people, 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 the life of 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,  .

Role reports to: Director, Global Labeling Operations

Location: Summit, NJ

Travel %: < 10%

Pay: $107,000 - $171,925

What you will do

The Associate Manager R&D Programs is responsible for leading and managing strategic programs in R&D aimed at driving growth and protection of Kenvue business. You will be part of building global strategies and then translating those strategies, into execution plans that have measurable outcomes to drive change.

Key Responsibilities

• Be a core team member of R&D programs such as Digital, Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), Labeling and Artwork, etc
• Lead key work streams to support company separation activities such as Transition Management Agreements (TMA) exits, Legal Entity Name Changes (LENC), etc
• Drive execution excellence through robust planning, organization and executive reporting.
• Leverage intellectual curiosity to challenge status quo and ask probing questions to test execution preparedness and assess risks
• Lead and facilitate complex multifaceted topics and operational assessments to drive project progress and desired outcomes across functions internal to R&D as well as with Supply Chain, Quality, Program Management Office (PMO), Commercial Growth
• Take ownership of deploying and executing global strategies and initiatives, including key performance metrics to measure program results across all regions and ensure a high degree of data driven decision making
• Develop timely and transparent communications to drive project alignment on planning status, risks, and issues
• Lead cross-functional assessments and planning workshops across program topics involving people, processes, and technology
• Manage and coordinate cross-functional interdependencies and initiatives and identify decisions/issues requiring cross-functional review
• Conduct the data analysis to drive the decision-making backed by facts
• Deploy proven project management tools

What we are looking for

Required Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in pharmacy, science, business or related fields and 5+ years of related work experience
• A proven track record of excellence in Life Sciences or Consumer Packaged Goods industry
• Experience in large, complex innovation and/or renovation programs (such as business integrations, divestitures, product launches, digital roll outs, etc) with a demonstrated aptitude for quantitative and qualitative analysis
• Experience in leading and managing fast paced and complex business environments
• Ability to synthesize complex issues and conflicts
• Excellent analytical skills and the confidence to translate complex data into meaningful insights
• Ability to prioritize effectively on projects and the skills to adapt quickly to new challenges and concepts

Desired Qualifications

• MBA and Certifications such as PMP, LSSBB is preferred by not required.
• High emotional maturity, intellectual curiosity, entrepreneurial ownership mindset, creative thinker
• Nimble generalist with a desire to be a catalyst for change and the ability to influence
• Clear and organized written and…