R&D Specialist, R&D Data, PLM and Digital Capabilities

Clorox Company; Alpharetta (GA); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Relocation assistance to CA

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Clorox is seeking a data-driven PLM specialist to lead cross‑functional PLM activities across R&D and Supply Chain, ensuring strong data governance and high data quality. You will own PLM data setup, change control, reporting, and user training, partnering with DDC and business teams.

Hybrid role with onsite and remote work. Relocation to CA may be possible; salary ranges are disclosed, and participation in incentive plans is available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a data-oriented or science field is preferred.
• Experience in product data management, PLM, or related digital capabilities.
• Strong analytical abilities to evaluate data, processes and impacts on systems.
• Ability to collaborate across functions and influence stakeholders.
• Capacity to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Passion for data quality and governance.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional PLM scoping sessions for product setups and changes.
• Create, update and maintain product data with strong change control.
• Manage MBOM exceptions with Supply Chain and Manufacturing.
• Identify process gaps and drive system-related improvements.
• Design and develop product and project data reports from multiple sources.
• Partner to implement enhancements for current production systems.
• Participate in design and testing of new systems and migrations.
• Develop training materials and support users in PLM and related systems.
• Provide day-to-day system administration and access reviews.
• Perform additional duties for the R&D Data & Digital Capabilities team.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical abilities

Data governance

Stakeholder influence

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in data-oriented or science field

Tools

PLM system

PPM system

UAT / testing tools

Job description

Clorox is the place that’s committed to growth – for our people and our brands. Guided by our purpose and values, and with people at the center of everything we do, we believe every one of us can make a positive impact on consumers, communities and teammates. Join our team. #CloroxIsThePlace

Your role at Clorox:

This role leads cross functional PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) activities across R&D and Supply Chain teams to support new product setup and product changes, enabling strong data governance and high data quality. With other members from the DDC (R&D Data and Digital Capabilities) team, this individual contributor owns PLM data setup, change control, reporting, continuous process improvement, system user training, and administration, and day to day user support to enable effective decision making and operational execution. The specialist also supports system enhancements and new capabilities through design, testing (UAT, regression, and data migration), and organizational change management (OCM), and partners closely with Business, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and DDC teams.

This position will be based in Pleasanton, CA; Durham, NC; or Alpharetta, GA. Relocation assistance to CA may be possible.

In this role, you will:

• Lead R&D and Supply Chain PLM cross‑functional scoping sessions for new product setup and product changes, including comprehensive change impact assessments and determination of the optimal PLM setup based on project requirements, system integrations, manufacturing and retailer needs.
• Perform PLM authoring activities, including creating, updating, and maintaining Clorox product data, while ensuring effective change control, strong data governance, data quality standards, and consistent team ways of working.
• Manage and resolve MBOM (Manufacturing Bill of Material) exceptions in partnership with Supply Chain and Manufacturing teams.
• Identify system‑related process gaps and lead the development, execution, and continuous improvement of system related business processes. Ensure successful process adoption across the business
• Collaborate with business teams to design and develop product and project data reports using multiple systems and data sources.
• Partner with business and DDC teams to identify and implement enhancements and improvement opportunities for current production systems.
• Participate in the design and development of new systems and capabilities, including designing and executing User Acceptance Testing (UAT), regression testing, and data migration testing, and drive successful user adoption.
• Develop and maintain system training materials, job aids, and process documentation to support PLM and other R&D systems, enabling effective decision‑making and operational execution.
• Support system users in their day‑to‑day activities through established business support processes, including providing training and troubleshooting system, product data, and process issues.
• Conduct business system administration, including user management, periodic user access reviews, and system configuration.
• Perform additional responsibilities in support of the R&D Data & Digital Capabilities (DDC) team, as needed.

What we look for:

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a data-oriented or science field
• 3–7 years of experience in product data management, PLM, or related digital capabilities within consumer goods or a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated strong critical thinking and analytical abilities, with the capability to evaluate complex data, processes, and the impacts on business systems and operations.
• Strong cross‑functional collaboration, communication, and stakeholder influence skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and execute work independently.
• Passion for data quality and data governance.

Preferred / Desired Qualifications

• PLM and PPM ( Project and Portfolio Management) system experience
• Packaging development expertise
• Experience in new product development and product change management
• Strong knowledge of change management and change control
• Experience with requirements development, UAT, system implementations, and digital transformation
• Proven ability to provide effective end‑user support and training

Workplace type:

Hybrid: This individual will work onsite 3 days a week and remotely 2 days a week.

Our values-based culture connects to our purpose and empowers people to be their best, professionally and personally. We serve a diverse consumer base which is why we believe teams that reflect our consumers bring fresh perspectives, drive innovation, and help us stay attuned to the world around us. That’s why we foster an inclusive culture where every person can feel respected, valued, and fully able to participate, and ultimately able to thrive.

[U.S.]Additional Information:

At Clorox, we champion people to be well and thrive, starting with our own people. To help make this possible, we offer comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company match, flexible time off benefits (including half-day summer Fridays depending on location), inclusive fertility/adoption benefits, and more.

We are committed to fair and equitable pay and are transparent with current and future teammates about our full salary ranges. We use broad salary ranges that reflect the competitive market for similar jobs, provide sufficient opportunity for growth as you gain experience and expand responsibilities, while also allowing for differentiation based on performance. Based on the breadth of our ranges, most new hires will start at Clorox in the first half of the applicable range. Your starting pay will depend on job-related factors, including relevant skills, knowledge, experience and location. The applicable salary range for every role in the U.S. is based on your work location and is aligned to one of three zones according to the cost of labor in your area.

• Zone A: $74,200 - $135,800
• Zone B: $68,000 - $124,500
• Zone C: $61,800 - $113,100

All ranges are subject to change in the future. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.

This job is also eligible for participation in Clorox’s incentive plans, subject to the terms of the applicable plan documents and policies.