R&D DEPLOYMENT MANAGER FEMCARE

Come work at the forefront of science - and help the brands you grew up with grow and evolve into the next generation. Job Description - R&D Deployment Manager FemCare (...W) Kenvue is currently recruiting for: This position reports to Sr Director Essential Health EMEA and is based in Pomezia Santa Palomba (Rome). 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. What you will do The R&D Deployment Manager FemCare will execute the innovation pipeline for FemCare with excellence in execution. They will support the portfolio project execution, working directly with the Global segment, commercial teams, supply chain, and other functions within R&D. This may include deploying upstream innovation and supporting business continuity, compliance, claims, demos, and cost improvement programs. Key Responsibilities Support R&D for technical problem resolution and project success criteria, demonstrating superior technical formulation knowledge and processes. Deploy the innovation pipeline, working closely with other departments in the organization, such as supply chain, commercial, packaging, and plants. Support the brand strategy and business goals delivery by translating consumer data and market insights into accurate technical briefs; leverage science & technology trends and networks to deploy innovations quickly. Support design for manufacturability into all technical briefs. Ensure all processes and activities comply with company policies and applicable external regulations/laws. Contribute to the deployment of technical projects. Establish project success criteria and monitor progress to deliver against 3YOP. Manage local budget allocation for the service and resources. Provide project/program progress reports and status updates to senior management. Manage a team of scientists and engineers, empowering agility and speed to market; talent discussions. Link technical knowledge to business strategy deployment and leverage external technology. Understand the R&D business model and strategy. Understand basic revenue models, P/L, and cost projections and make decisions accordingly. Execute R&D budget targets via forecast and actuals. Technical Skills Expertise in Engineered products technology and/or materials science. Understanding of technical lab-based and consumer experience-based product test methods. Understanding of processing and scale-up, design for manufacturing. Possess a thorough understanding of the R&D capabilities and how to develop consumer products. Maintain awareness of new and emerging technologies and the potential applications of our brands and products. Understand the R&D landscape and leverage internal and external insights to shape decisions. Strategic internal/external partnership management Manage the collaboration with external deployment partnerships. Communicate effectively with partners/suppliers to identify needs and evaluate alternative business solutions. Set and manage expectations. Use the knowledge base related to partner capabilities to execute projects. Continually seek opportunities to increase consumer satisfaction and deepen partner relationships. Leadership Responsibilities will also include people leadership, performance management, and people development, as well as leading a (project) team of technical functions. What we are looking for Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineering. Cosmetics, commodities, or hygiene products experience is required (7+ years). Good technical foundation in engineered products, including for example menstrual hygiene products, baby diapers, incontinence products. Experience in developing and substantiating claims is required. Successful track record in translating science mode of action into consumer and health professionals' language. Process development/process scale-up experience is required. Experience working with external manufacturing and technical project management is required. Fluent written and oral English communication skills are required. People management experience. What’s in it for you Learning & Development Opportunities. Employee Resource Groups. *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. Primary Location Kenvue is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr