External Manufacturing Commercialization Manager at Johnson & Johnson Consumer Inc. in Skillman, New Jersey

Job Description:

Description

Kenvue is currently recruiting for a

External Manufacturing Commercialization Manager

This position reports to Sr. Manager of External Manufacturing Commercialization and is based out of Skillman, 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, click here.

What you will do

The EM Commercialization Manager is responsible for the coordination of new product launch and life cycle management activity at Kenvue's external manufacturing locations. In a project management capacity, the EM Commercialization Manager will lead a cross-functional team through operational aspects of project planning, scale-up, and commercial validation of new products and projects impacting or enhancing existing products. The EM Commercialization 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.

Role reports to: Sr. Manager of External Manufacturing Commercialization

Location: Skillman, NJ: (Kenvue's corporate headquarters is currently located in Skillman NJ, but is scheduled to move to Summit, NJ in or around early 2025.)

Travel %: 10

Pay: $97,000-$166,750

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and launch new product introduction 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 NPI 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

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

Qualifications

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 in 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 required

• 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 preferred

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

• Prior experience in project management or product development is preferred

• Project Management Training and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) Certified experience is preferred

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

• This position requires the ability to travel up to 10% domestically and internationally

What's in it for you

• Annual base salary for new hires in this position ranges from $97,000 to $166,750
  

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

• Competitive Total Rewards Package*
• Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time & More!
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Employee Resource Groups
• 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 business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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