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J&J Family of Companies Senior Manager, Project & Portfolio Management in Markham, Ontario
Senior Manager, Project & Portfolio Management - 2407026379W
Description
Kenvue is currently recruiting for:
Senior Manager, Project & Portfolio Management
This position reports to the Director of Project & Portfolio Management and is based at 88 McNabb, Markham , ON.
Who we are
At Kenvue (http://kenvue.com/careers) , we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, were the house of iconic brands - including Neutrogena, Aveeno, Tylenol, Listerine, Johnsons 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 futureand yours. For more information, click here (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XhsbOsBiX_M) .
What you will do
The Senior Manager, Project & Portfolio Management is responsible for the franchise project governance process for all product related projects. Leads the team that delivers new product introductions on time as well as life cycle management projects in a way that preserves business continuity. This individual will also lead major & complex projects such as resites, divestitures, acquisitions, product reformulations or large scale graphics updates.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the new product governance meeting for the assigned franchises.
Collaborate with commercial partners in marketing and sales in the project idea evaluation stage.
Ensure the project management process is executed within established global governance processes.
Provide ongoing and frequent project updates to senior leadership. Identify and resolve project risks as the need arises.
Lead critical projects with a large impact to the business including major NPD projects, divestitures, acquisitions, reformulations, resites and large scale compliance related graphics updates.
Present complex supply chain projects to the governance committee for approval.
Make trigger event recommendations to management and drive towards an action plan.
Challenge volume, pricing strategy and cost elements in order to meet or exceed gross profit targets.
Establish & maintain important US and global project management contacts for the franchise.
Develop high performance individuals in an empowered culture
Qualifications
What we are looking for
Required Qualifications
Minimum of 7 years progressive multi-functional experience in key new product functions such as Engineering, R&D, Marketing, Sales, Finance or Supply Chain.
Minimum of 5 years of combined experience in project management and/or managing and developing people.
Strong communication and presentation skills
Able to motivate a team of independent project managers to get results.
Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
Results & performance driven with a bias for action and sense of urgency on priorities.
Strong interpersonal, collaboration proficiencies. Solid ability to nurture strong business relationships across a complex global organization.
Proven strategic mindset: looks for areas of improvement to create growth, improve financial performance and gain competitive advantage.
Desired Qualifications
Experience in launching new products or leading major projects in a GMP and regulated environment
Experience in the consumer packaged goods or pharmaceutical industry
PMP certification an asset
Post graduate degree an asset
Whats in it for you
Competitive Total Rewards Package
Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time & More!
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 NA-CA-Ontario-Markham
Travel Yes, 10 % of the Time
Job Function Operations (Generalist)
Req ID: 2407026379W