Kenvue Is Currently Recruiting For A:
Director, Analytical Chemistry and Microbiology R&D Operations
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:
Sr Director Mumbai R&D Center of Excellence
Location:
Asia Pacific, India, Maharashtra, Greater Mumbai
Work Location:
Fully Onsite
What You Will Do
Kenvue is currently recruiting for:
Director, Analytical Chemistry and Microbiology R&D Operations
This position reports into Senior Director, R&D Center of Excellence and is based at Mumbai.
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.
What You Will Do
The objective of this position is to deliver R&D Analytical and Microbiology services to Kenvue- Global R&D organization to enable targeted business growth through compliant laboratory operations and successful alliance with internal partners and external stakeholders. The scope of the role applies to multiple product categories under various segments such as Self Care (OTC drugs), Skin Health and Essential Health (Baby care, Oral Care, etc.) etc.
Technical Deliverables:
- Lead overall Analytical, Stability and Microbiology operations for R&D/Innovation and lifecycle management projects executed from India R&D site for markets worldwide. This also includes oversight of facility, equipment, and Computerized system validation management program for GMP laboratories, shipment management program and implementation of Quality and Safety processes and systems
- Develop and implement long-term strategies that align with the organization’s vision and goals e.g. analyzing market trends, assessing risks, identifying opportunities and strategic outsourcing
- Drive informed decisions quickly, often with limited information. This includes weighing the pros and cons and considering the impact of decisions on organizational outcomes
- Responsible for overall financial activities/expense management related to scope of operations. Understanding of financial principles and metrics, enabling effective budgeting, resource allocation, and financial decision-making
- Responsible for resource management, lab efficiency and key performance and quality metrics for scope of work
- Stakeholder management: Partner with key stakeholders (R&D/Supply Chain/Quality) in support of project plans, technical discussions and or Regional/Global initiatives
- Partner with Quality team to drive laboratory compliance, implementation of standards and systems and developing site procedures
- Functional lead during internal inspections and external Health authority audits.
Project Management:
- Facilitating group leads to manage projects inclusive of planning, execution, communication with regional/global teams and presentations to stakeholders
- Represent on cross functional project teams as technical expert to share technical requirements, timelines, risk assessments, decisions, compliance needs related to specific analytical deliverables
- Ownership of performance and Quality metrics
Representation On Regional/Global Teams:
- Regional voice on Global teams for initiatives
- Representation on Leadership Teams to engage and drive assigned deliverables
- Develop new strategies, project charters or proposals and present to Senior leadership to drive innovative solutions, efficiencies, or related initiatives
Leadership And Organizational Responsibilities:
- Encourage a culture of innovation, supporting new ideas, and being open to experimentation and learning from failures
- Commitment to developing talent within the organization, providing coaching and guidance to help team members grow in their roles
- Partner with Regional/Global teams to leverage best practices and behaviors to strengthen culture and collaboration
- Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, both inside and outside the organization, to facilitate collaboration and support
- Lead and manage change initiatives, helping the organization adapt to new challenges while minimizing resistance and maintaining morale
What We Are Looking For
Required Qualifications and Competencies
- Minimum Masters or Ph.D in Chemistry or equivalent stream with minimum 18-20 years of work experience and minimum 10 years of leading people
- Experience of working in a Global organization, preferred
- Experience of GMP operations, leading Health Authority audits, highly recommended
Technical Competencies
- Deep technical expertise related to chemistry, analytical techniques, stability study assessment, microbiology operations and research technologies.
- Exceptional skills for proactive planning and prioritization
- Capable of applying diversified expertise in technical principles and practices in broad chemistry areas or technology.
- Excellent knowledge of current GMP, quality systems, SOPs, latest regulatory trends, and global regulations as appropriate
- Ability to learn and adapt to new and advanced technologies e.g. application of digital tools, problem solving abilities and data management.
- Ability to develop internal connects and external networks to drive new opportunities, improvements and scientific solutions
Leadership Competencies
- Excellent oral and written communication and articulation skills
- Flexible mindset adaptable to changing needs of business and organizational ways of working
- Ability to leverage meaningful external relationships and partnerships outside of organization to solve problems to meet business needs
- Lead internal collaboration of teams and/or stakeholders across the enterprise, leveraging a broad range of cross-functional skills and perspectives to create innovative solutions
- Display inclusive mindset to promote a work environment that leverages diverse perspectives, backgrounds and talent to generate innovative ideas or solutions
- Experienced to conduct and engage in transparent and constructive conversations, contributing to high-performing teams and strong working relationships
- Strong decision-making skills and capable of driving actions with a global or enterprise-wide mindset in ambiguous or uncertain situations
What’s In It For You
- 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.
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