Trade Customization Project Lead

Kenvue Inc.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 93.000 - 143.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive Benefit Package

Paid Holidays, Vacation, VolunteerTime

Learning & Development Opportunities

Kenvuer Impact Networks

Zusammenfassung

Kenvue Inc. is seeking a Trade Customization Project Lead to drive innovation and governance for the Trade Customization portfolio. You will manage projects from design to execution, collaborating with brands, suppliers, and internal teams to meet key performance metrics and strategic objectives.

The role requires strong project and supply chain experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to influence across a matrix organization in a hybrid work setting.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s level degree or higher in a related field.
• Experience in project management and/or supply chain management.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
• Experience in fast-paced, dynamic environments.

Aufgaben

• Lead new Trade Customization projects from design to governance.
• Drive metrics: Unit Fill Rate, CIP, SLOB, inventory, and profitability.
• Liaise between brands and TC suppliers to align with Brand strategies, QA compliance and customer requirements.
• Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to support Customer promotions and develop Trade Promotions.
• Identify process improvements and develop solutions aligned with business objectives.
• Provide governance inputs, KPI reviews, and cost estimates for new projects.
• Transition approved projects to TC planning for execution and monitor outcomes.
• Deliver cost savings or cost avoidance and sustainability improvements with suppliers.
• Partner with QA to mitigate compliance risks.

Kenntnisse

Project management

Supply chain management

MS Office

Negotiation

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Ausbildung

Undergraduate degree

Tools

SAP

Jobbeschreibung

Trade Customization Project Lead

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

Supply Planning Manager

Location

North America, Canada, Ontario, Toronto

Work Location

Hybrid

What you will do

As a key leader of trade customization team, this individual will be the lead in driving innovative solutions and lead new projects from design to governance for Kenvue Trade Customization portfolio. The role will be responsible for identifying process improvements and developing solutions that align with overall business objectives. They are accountable to deliver key metrics including Unit Fill Rate, CIPs, SLOB and inventory. This individual will maintain ongoing business relationship with our external suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

Accountable to drive innovation and lead new projects from design to governance for Trade Customization portfolio. Responsible for new projects UFR (Unit Fill Rate), inventory, profit, and other key metrics.

Bring innovative solutions to commercial teams through conducting market research including competitive designs, and/or Kenvue designs from other regions

Liaison between brands and TC suppliers to ensure designs are aligned with Brand strategies, QA compliance and customer requirements

Collaborates with Sales and Marketing partners to in support of Customer promotional strategies and recommend appropriate course of action for the development of Trade Promotions programs.

Identify process improvements within TC and develop solutions that align with overall process and business objectives

Provide on-going feedback and assessment of current TC suppliers through attending KPI reviews, Capacity and planning reviews, CIP reviews and QBR

Support Trade Customization RFP renewal process for supplier selection when appropriate

Participate in governance meetings to represent new design/projects (PMR and Display/Bonus governance):

Responsible in managing spending for new projects in line with target expectations, including ensuring costing estimates are provided ahead of governance meeting.

Accountable to transition approved projects to TC planning team for execution

Deliver cost savings (or cost avoidance) and sustainability improvement through working with suppliers to develop innovative solutions.

Partner with QA risk mitigate any compliance concerns.

What we are looking for

Required Qualifications

Undergraduate degree

5-7 years' experience in a similar or related role, including project management and/or supply chain management.

Proficient in MS Office software

Knowledge of the Customers, the retail environment and their expectations related to product and promotions.

Thrives in a dynamic and fast paced environment - demonstrates ability to work and effectively manage priorities.

Effective communication, ability to influence at all levels of the organization.

Track record at working at both strategic and tactical levels.

Strong negotiation skills

Solid interpersonal skills, maintaining effective working relationships with external suppliers (Third Party Packaging Contractors and Component Vendors) as well as numerous internal cross-functional business partners.

Desired Qualifications

SAP knowledge an asset

Prior people management experience an asset.

English a must, French is an asset.

What’s in it for you

Annual base salary for new hires in this position ranges:$92,600.00 - $142,600.00

This takes into account a number of factors including work location, the candidate’s skills, experience, education level & other job-related factors.

• Competitive Benefit Package*
• Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time & More!
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Kenvuer Impact Networks
• 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 merit 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.

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