Supplier Excellence Engineer

Kenvue is currently recruiting for:

Supplier Excellence Engineer

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.

Role reports to: Director Global Head Pkg Ops and Supplier Excellence

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 : 25%

Pay: $ 73,000 - 117,300

What you will do

The Supplier Excellence Manager will be responsible for ensuring that the company's suppliers meet the highest standards of quality and performance. The ideal candidate will have experience in the personal care industry and a proven track record of driving supplier excellence.

Key Responsibilities

● Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Procurement, Supplier Quality, Supply Chain, ESG) to drive supplier executional excellence

● Partner with Procurement, Quality, and ESG to establish and enhance packaging supplier technical assessment

● Develop and implement supplier performance metrics and scorecards based on the needs of Packaging, Procurement, Quality and ESG partners

● Conduct supplier audits and technical assessments to identify core capabilities and expertise in materials, product design, and processing/conversion technologies as well as areas for improvement

● Co-lead with Procurement in establishing Packaging Supplier Joint Business Planning and sourcing strategies to partner with suppliers across different tiers (i.e. packaging components, material, technology, molds, etc.) to co-develop/tap into innovation based on supplier's expertise

● Unlock value and drive agility partnering with packaging suppliers and external labs to establish Supplier Package Testing certification program, enabling our supplier base to conduct package testing for Kenvue

● Establish and maintain strong relationships with regional/global packaging suppliers ensuring strategic partnerships, regular performance evaluations and develop continuous improvement plans

● In partnership with Procurement, co-lead supplier selection, qualification, and onboarding processes to ensure the availability of high quality, cost-effective packaging materials and services

● In partnership with Supplier Quality, drive supplier performance metrics, conduct regular supplier assessments, and implement corrective action plans as necessary to maintain high standards of quality, delivery, and cost effectiveness

● Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices

What we are looking for

Required Qualifications

● Bachelor's degree in Plastics/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering or equivalent specialization.

● 4 years of experience in Plastics Molding Supplier Quality Management or related field

● LEAN Manufacturing experience

● Strong knowledge of plastic molding materials, technologies, and processes

● Strong knowledge of packaging quality standards

● Knowledge of root cause analysis to address plastic molding issues

● Experience in the personal care industry preferred

● Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

● Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

● Ability to work independently and as part of a global team

● Ability to travel domestically and internationally 25%

What's in it for you

• Annual base salary for new hires in this position ranges from $73,000to $117,300. This 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.