Global Environment Manager

Mcneil Ab; United States; Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Kenvue is seeking a Global Environment Manager to lead environmental compliance programs and advance sustainability initiatives across operating sites. You will ensure regulatory compliance, data integrity, and drive continuous environmental improvement while partnering with Sustainability, Operations, Procurement, Legal, and Product R&D teams.

The role reports to Dir EHS Global Environment Compliance, with hybrid work options in North America (NJ Summit).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in environmental compliance and sustainability management within co

Responsibilities

• Oversee development and implementation of EHS policies, ensuring regulatory compliance and strengthening company-wide sustainability programs.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with Sustainability, Operations, Procurement, Legal, and Product R&D teams to reduce environmental risk and improve resource efficiency.
• Ensure data integrity and regulatory reporting for environmental compliance across operating sites.
• Drive initiatives that balance environmental risk reduction with business objectives and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with site, regional, and global EHS teams and external stakeholders to benchmark goals and share best practices.

Skills

Environmental compliance

Sustainability management

Regulatory reporting

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Engineering, or related field

Job description

Kenvue is currently recruiting for a:

Global Environment 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.

Role reports to:

Dir EHS Global Environment Compliance

Location:

North America, United States, New Jersey, Summit

Work Location:

Hybrid

What you will do

Remote work options may be considered on a case‑by‑case basis and if approved by the Company

The Global Environment Manager leads environmental compliance programs and advances corporate sustainability initiatives across operating sites. This role is accountable for regulatory compliance, data integrity, and continuous improvement in environmental performance.

The role partners closely with cross‑functional teams‑including Sustainability, Operations, Procurement, Corporate Real Estate, Legal, and Product R&D -as well as site, regional, and global EHS teams to reduce environmental risk, improve resource efficiency, and deliver on sustainability commitments.

Key responsibilities include overseeing the development and implementation of EHS policies , ensuring regulatory compliance, and strengthening company‑wide sustainability programs. The manager provides subject‑matter expertise, leads teams, and drives initiatives that balance environmental risk reduction with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Environmental Compliance

Support compliance with environmental laws and regulations, including those governing air emissions, wastewater discharges, hazardous and non-hazardous waste, and chemical management (e.g., RCRA, CAA, CWA, TSCA, EPCRA, REACH).

Provide support to site and regional EHS teams for permit applications, renewals, and regulatory reporting to federal, state, and local agencies.

Conduct environmental inspections and audits; track corrective actions to completion.

Maintain environmental management system (EMS) documentation, corporate level environmental standards, and training materials.

Partner with site operations and EHS teams to ensure regulatory requirements are integrated into daily activities and projects.

Connects externally to industry associations and thought leaders to benchmark our goals, programs and processes.

Respond to questions from and provide guidance to internal stakeholders regarding regulatory compliance and sustainable operations.

Support various global workstreams - e.g. PFAS, emerging regulations, CSRD - as needed.

Sustainable Operations

In partnership with Global Sustainability and Operations, lead or support initiatives to drive sustainable operations. Key areas of focus:

Reduce waste generation, increase reuse and recycling, and improve waste diversion performance.

Improve water efficiency and mitigation water/business interruption risk.

Other focus topics may include biodiversity and GHG/Net Zero

Coordinate data collection, validation, and reporting of waste and water metrics to support regulatory reporting and sustainability goals.

Work to embed sustainability initiatives within functional team processes and procedures.

Evaluate suppliers and waste vendors to ensure alignment with company sustainability and compliance standards.

Develop and promote best practices for circular resource use and water stewardship across operations.

Pharmaceuticals in the Environment (PiE)

Support initiatives to minimize release of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other chemicals of concern to the environment.

Partner with R&D, Operations and EHS teams to assess and control PiE risks related to wastewater discharges and waste handling.

Maintain awareness of evolving regulations and industry best practices related to pharmaceuticals in the environment.

Training and Communication

Develop and deliver environmental compliance and sustainability training for global, regional and site personnel.

Communicate updates on regulatory changes, corporate sustainability initiatives, and emerging environmental issues.

What we are looking for

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Engineering, or a related field

A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in environmental compliance and sustainability management within co