Ext. Manuf. Commercialization Manager

Kenvue; Summit (NJ); Hybrid; USD 124,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Paid holidays and vacation

Learning & development opportunities

Kenvuer impact networks

Job summary

Kenvue is seeking an Ext. Manuf. Commercialization Manager to coordinate launches and lifecycle activities at external manufacturing sites.

You will lead cross-functional teams through planning, scale-up, and validation of new products, driving milestones and ensuring supply readiness. Reporting to the EM Sr Manager Commercialization, this hybrid role in Summit, NJ requires 8+ years in related fields, strong PM skills, and travel up to 10%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 8+ years related experience or MBA with 4+ years.
• Experience in GMP manufacturing environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with practical solutions.
• Effective communication for technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven project management with ability to lead cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead external manufacturing commercialization projects and life-cycle management.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to meet scale-up and validation milestones.
• Develop and manage project timelines; track progress and risks.
• Collaborate with PMO, R&D, Make, Quality and Supply Chain for NPIs and launches.
• Communicate milestones and risks to senior management and partners.
• Identify and mitigate risks impacting delivery of milestones.

Skills

Project management

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Verbal & written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA or advanced degree

Tools

SAP

ERP

MRP

Job description

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.

Kenvue Is Currently Recruiting For a

Ext. Manuf. Commercialization Manager

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

EM SR MANAGER COMMERCIALIZATION

Location:

North America, United States, New Jersey, Summit

Work Location:

Hybrid

What You Will Do

The External Manufacturing Commercialization Manager is responsible for the coordination of new product launch and life cycle management activity at Kenvue’s external manufacturing locations. In a project management capacity, the EM Commercialization Manager will lead a cross-functional team through operational aspects of project planning, scale-up, and commercial validation of new products and projects impacting or enhancing existing products. The EM Commercialization Manager will develop or contribute to the development of a project timelines, host recurring meetings to track progress, and drive progress in achieving key project milestones.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and launch new product introduction and life cycle management projects on-time
• Partner closely with base business external manufacturing leaders to resolve product supply issues
• Lead cross-functional meetings with internal and external business partners to achieve key project milestones
• Coordinate the validation and scale-up strategies to ensure product supply requirements are met
• Proactively identify and mitigate any potential risks that would have impact to delivering key project milestones
• Support external manufacturing team site objectives for performance, agility, reliability of supply, purchasing, inventory control, and capacity management
• Collaborate with cross-functional business partners including PMO, R&D, Make, Quality and Supply Chain to ensure the successful execution of NPI key project milestones, resource allocation, and on-time launch
• Communicate project risks, key findings, and project/program updates in a logical and structured manner to senior management and other business stakeholders

Additional Responsibilities Include

• Resolve raw material, components, and finished good quality & GMP issues
• Issue purchase orders for materials and equipment in accordance with project requirements
• Provide training, support, and advisement to cross-functional business partners to ensure project launch success
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project execution, reduce project costs, and increase operational efficiencies
• Support the implementation of network strategy decisions to consolidate, on-board, or expand our network of external manufacturing sites
• Coordinate and lead root cause analysis, risk mitigation plans, and solution identification with internal and external business partners

Required Qualifications

• The qualified candidate will have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree. MBA or advanced degree is preferred
• A minimum of 8 years related experience or an MBA with 4 years related experience. Related areas include Supply Chain/Operations, External Manufacturing, Project Management, Technical Transfer, Quality, Procurement, Supply Chain Sourcing, Product Development, R&D, and/or Supply Planning
• Experience working with Manufacturing Operations in a GMP environment
• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on delivering practical and sustainable solutions
• Effective verbal & written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Demonstrated project management experience, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage dynamic timelines, and drive cross-functional collaboration
• Ability to travel up to 10% domestically and internationally

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Training and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) Certified
• Prior knowledge of advanced planning systems such as ERP, MRP, and/or SAP
• Experience with Six Sigma/Process Excellence tools, training and/or certification

What’s In It For You

Annual base salary for new hires in this position ranges:

$124,100.00 - $175,200.00

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.

If you are an individual with a disability, please check our Disability Assistance page for information on how to request an accommodation.