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

Clorox Company; Pleasanton (CA); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

Clorox is seeking a dedicated PLM data specialist to drive cross‑functional R&D and Supply Chain data initiatives in a hybrid environment. You will own PLM data setup, change control and reporting, collaborating with DDC and business teams to ensure high data quality and governance.

Your role includes MBOM issue resolution, UAT and data migration testing, and training material development. Based in Pleasanton, CA with relocation support possible, you’ll help enable informed decision making

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent.
• 3–7 years in product data management, PLM, or related digital capabilities in consumer goods or regulated manufacturing.
• Strong analytical abilities to evaluate data, processes and impacts on systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross‑functional PLM scoping for new product setup and changes, assessing impact and optimal PLM configuration.
• Create, update and maintain product data with strong change control and data governance.
• Manage MBOM exceptions with Supply Chain and Manufacturing teams.
• Identify system gaps and drive process improvements and adoption across the business.
• Design and develop product data reports using multiple systems and data sources.
• Partner with DDC to implement enhancements and new capabilities.
• Develop training materials and job aids for PLM and related systems.
• Provide user support and troubleshooting for system, data and process issues.

Skills

PLM data management

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder influence

Data governance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PLM systems

UAT

Data reporting

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.