Improvement Associate Project Manager Capability - Consumer
Job Description
Kenvue is currently recruiting for a:
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:
VSL/IMO Lead Regional BrandsLocation:
Europe/Middle East/Africa, Czechia, Prague, PragueWork Location:
HybridWhat you will do
The Associate Project Manager is supporting cross-functional teams to successfully deliver: New Product Development launches, modifications to existing products, Portfolio Lifecycle Management through Product Performance Assessment and Optimization, and Value Creation through continuous improvement projects across the Supply Chain.
The role responsibilities start from project conceptualization and definition through project launch and post launch activities related to lessons learnt, monitoring the contribution of the new initiative to the Brand Value and mitigation of risks that may arise. As part of this role, the Associate Manager is accountable for supporting the targets set during project definition and for handling timelines, risks, ensuring processes are followed, acts as a gate keeper to ensure value offer to our portfolio and managing project communication and criticalities.
Key Responsibilities
Lead overall project execution and accountable for achieving project goals on time. This includes:
Project definition
Project planning
Assuring operational readiness
Coordinating cross functional teams through each phase of the project and all activities to ensure project remains on track
Monitoring and managing risks and opportunities
Liaising, agreeing and communicating all aspects of the project to senior management
Artwork management with an agency in case of new products
Lead Process & Governance: Enable the fluid evaluation and approval of NPD, Lifecycle Management and Value Creation projects within EMEA. Support, identify, communicate, and escalate key issues with executive sponsors or key managers. Provide ongoing status communications to all levels of the organization.
What we are looking for
Bachelor’s degree in physical sciences, Engineering, Business & Marketing, or appropriate related field
4+ years’ experience in related field:
managing cross functional expertise (R&D, Franchise Marketing, Packaging development, Procurement, Manufacturing)
Project Management
Experience with leadership and conflict resolution skills
Effective written and oral communication skills
Knowledge of team dynamics
Broad business and organizational sense with knowledge of project related Finance
Knowledge of planning and organization
Experience with New Product Development processes and terminology
High level of exposure to upper management, thus skills in rhetoric, presentation, and cross functional team member management will be highly appreciated
Desired or Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities:
Experience working in Consumer Goods
Project Management Professional (PPM)
Agility, Lean, Six Sigma Certifications
What' s in it for you:
Employee Benefits:
5 weeks of vacation and 3 sick days
Hybrid model of working / home office
Pension Insurance
Meal vouchers, Pluxee benefit cafeteria, Company products with discount
Language courses contribution
Office Facilities:
Nice area with restaurants with metro station 300 m from office
Modern office with coffee and fruits, focus rooms
Health and Wellness Benefits:
On-site gym and massages
Global wellbeing reimbursement, long term illness contribution, Accident, Life, and disability insurance
Multisport card
Parental leave and early returning parents program
Referral award
Public transportation allowance
Bonus based on company policy
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