Senior Manager, Portfolio Management - Brand Development Team

Kenvue is currently recruiting for a:

Senior Manager, Portfolio Management - Brand Development Team

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.

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Role reports to:
Director Segment Portfolio Management EH

Location:
North America, United States, New Jersey, Summit

Work Location:
Hybrid

What you will do

The Senior Manager, Brand Development Team Portfolio Management is responsible for managing delivery of a specific Brand Development Team portfolio and innovation pipeline objectives, by supporting decision making consistent with the one Kenvue Way of operating.

Key Responsibilities


* Partners directly with Brand Development Team (BDT) leader.


* Actively shapes BDT portfolio and pipeline against Brand strategy and business objectives.


* Interfaces directly with individual project managers to maintain a live view of pipeline progress and status.


* Actively resolves or escalates issues preventing delivery of portfolio and pipeline against business objectives.


* Use detailed analytics to proactively identify opportunities to optimize portfolio and pipeline.


* Supports preparation for each stage gate ensuring the correct rigor on SOBG and Human Centered Innovation.


* Lead project portfolio and program discussions with stakeholders, senior leaders, and governance/decision-making forums.

What we are looking for

Required Qualifications


*  Bachelor’s degree or higher.


* At least 8 years of experience in marketing, operations, finance, or project/portfolio management.


* Proven experience leading governance forums.


* Demonstrated expertise in brand management, building/ executing innovative pipelines and brand product portfolios.


* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to build relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.


* Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional, matrixed environment and influence without direct authority.


* Strategic and creative thinking skills, with a track record of developing innovative solutions to complex problems and delivering compelling...