Senior Manager, PMO Innovation Lead - 2407020803WDescriptionKenvue is currently recruiting for:Senior Manager, PMO Innovation LeadGlobal Hair Care OperationsThis position reports in to the Director Hair Care Supply Chain and is based in Skillman, NJ USA and will relocate to Summit NJ, starting Q2-25.Who We AreAt 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. Our global team comprises 22,000 diverse and brilliant people, passionate about insights and innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact the life of 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: Director Hair Care Supply ChainLocation: Skillman, NJ (will relocate to Summit NJ)Travel %: 5%Pay: $144,000 - $195,000What You Will DoThe Senior Manager PMO Innovation Lead is responsible for developing and successfully delivering the Innovation NPD/NPI project portfolio, which impacts all hair care brands globally.In addition, this position has people leadership responsibilities for a team of 2 – 5 project managers who lead the execution of the Innovation project portfolio.To be successful in this role the Senior Manager PMO Innovation Lead will need to,
Collaborate with key global stakeholders in project pipeline development
Be the voice of the Project Management team at the governance forums
Lead cross-functional program teams from project onset through post implementation.
Ensure excellence in the execution of the project portfolio to deliver on committed implementation scope, schedule and cost
Allocate PM FTE and Supply Chain OPEX & CAPEX to those initiatives that most efficiently deliver on the Commercial and Supply Chain strategies
Align and provide visibility to senior management on all aspects of the project portfolio
Develop individual goals that are directly tied to department and company objectives.
Recruit, lead, coach, and develop project managers who lead programs/projects. Assess the team's performance on an ongoing basis, including completion of performance appraisals.
Identifies, leads, and deploys improvements in the project management process. Subject Matter Expert in project & program management
QualificationsWhat We Are Looking ForRequired Qualification
Bachelor’s degree
8 years combined experience in two or more functional areas – Project Management, Supply Chain, Operations, Process Excellence, Procurement, Engineering, R&D, Sales, Marketing or Finance
3 years of project management experience
Ability to manage multiple initiatives under tight deadlines and work in a matrix environment where priorities change rapidly
Proven business acumen in the areas of supply chain, commercial and financials with ability to formulate and communicate business cases and justifications with financial lens
Superior communication skills (both written and oral) and adept at communicating complex ideas and concepts
Desired Qualifications
A degree in engineering, supply chain or related areas
A Master of Business Administration (MBA) or other advanced degree
3 years people management experience
Strong analytical and quantitative skills
Ability to achieve alignment, foster collaboration and connect key functional partners
An independent self-starter with the ability to plan, implement, and achieve significant, complex goals and objectives
Ability to coach & develop accountable, diverse leaders who inspire and motivate others to realize the company's strategies and goals
What’s In It For You
Competitive Benefit Package
Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time & More!
Learning & Development Opportunities
Employee Resource Groups
Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.Primary Location NA-US-New Jersey-SkillmanJob Function Operations (Generalist)Req ID: 2407020803W