R&D DEPLOYMENT PRINCIPAL ENGINEER PACKAGING

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 Principal Engineer Packaging (...W) Description Kenvue is currently recruiting for: This position reports to R&D Deployment Principal Engineer Packaging and is based at 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 Principal Engineer Packaging is in charge of the Deployment in EMEA of solutions developed by the Global Hubs for Baby Care segment products. They will also be responsible for supporting the Packaging Post Launch activities cross segment in the region. As part of this scope, the R&D Deployment Principal Engineer Packaging is: Responsible for the deployment of EMEA Baby Care packaging, aligned to the regional and global segment strategies for superior consumer experience. Responsible for packaging execution excellence of projects pipeline applying the Kenvue Packaging Development Process to deliver Right First Time approach in the ways of working. Accountable for primary and secondary packaging component specification robustness, accuracy and completeness. Delivers projects with quality; compliance with company requirements; compiles and analyses data, identifies causes, draws conclusions, generates reports. Represents Packaging in the triage meeting to define responsibility and priorities of the Post Launch activities, coordinating the support of those projects falling into Packaging responsibilities. Demonstrates ability to prioritise multiple rapidly changing priorities & ability to be on top of critical programs, ensuring flawless execution. Partners closely with Global Packaging teams of innovation, sustainability, experience, value realisation and supplier excellence to support platform deployment and supplier selection. Partners closely with Global Packaging Sustainability team in embedding packaging sustainability playbook and guidelines into the creation of packaging specifications that deliver Kenvue’s sustainability commitments. Partners with the cross-functional team to deploy new packaging based on consumer insights, delivering the targeted consumer benefit and key claims, while meeting cost targets. Brings an external perspective by identifying, evaluating and championing technical advancements, design trends and innovations in packaging. Stays aware of suppliers and competitors new developments, and highlights to appropriate management as needed. What we are looking for Required: 6+ years experience in Packaging, preferably in Personal Care industry. Bachelor’s degree in Packaging, Engineering or a related science field is required; advanced degree is preferred. Preferred experience in CPG/FMCG. Key Capabilities Experience with a wide variety of packaging technologies ranging from injection moulding to fiber-based packaging. Strong focus on sustainability and eCommerce (Omnichannel) packaging is required. Proficient in Packaging Development, materials application, conversion technologies, DfM principles, consumer use analysis. Data savvy – ability to use data, insights & analytics to support perspectives. Ability to communicate across the organization, including succinctly communicating technical details to non-technical stakeholders and business partners. Ability to influence and motivate cross-functional partners to deploy & implement programs. Can inspire and enroll teams in a vision. Managing ambiguity – can make decisions and recommendations in the face of uncertainty. Ability to balance multiple stakeholders, both across functions and geographies. Comfortable in making presentations, has strong speaking ability and interpersonal skills. Business acumen – understand trends, technology and information impacting the business and organization; knows how the business and competition works. 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 If you are an individual with a disability, please check our page for information on how to request an accommodation. Kenvue leverages automation tools in its talent acquisition process for efficiency. These tools may help match your skills and experience to a given role and assist in scheduling interviews. If you are concerned, you have the right to request how those tools are leveraged for selection. For more information about processing of your personal information and your privacy rights see the Careers Privacy Policy. #J-18808-Ljbffr