Trade Customization Project Lead
Role reports to:Supply Planning Manager
Location:North America, Canada, Ontario, Toronto
Work Location:Hybrid
What you will doAs a key leader of trade customization team, this individual will be the lead in driving innovative solutions and lead new projects from design to governance for Kenvue Trade Customization portfolio. The role will be responsible for identifying process improvements and developing solutions that align with overall business objectives. They are accountable to deliver key metrics including Unit Fill Rate, CIPs, SLOB and inventory. This individual will maintain ongoing business relationship with our external suppliers.
Key Responsibilities
• Accountable to drive innovation and lead new projects from design to governance for Trade Customization portfolio. Responsible for new projects UFR (Unit Fill Rate), inventory, profit, and other key metrics.
• Bring innovative solutions to commercial teams through conducting market research including competitive designs, and/or Kenvue designs from other regions
• Liaison between brands and TC suppliers to ensure designs are aligned with Brand strategies, QA compliance and customer requirements
• Collaborates with Sales and Marketing partners to in support of Customer promotional strategies and recommend appropriate course of action for the development of Trade Promotions programs.
• Identify process improvements within TC and develop solutions that align with overall process and business objectives
• Provide on-going feedback and assessment of current TC suppliers through attending KPI reviews, Capacity and planning reviews, CIP reviews and QBR
• Support Trade Customization RFP renewal process for supplier selection when appropriate
• Participate in governance meetings to represent new design/projects (PMR and Display/Bonus governance):
• Responsible in managing spending for new projects in line with target expectations, including ensuring costing estimates are provided ahead of governance meeting.
• Accountable to transition approved projects to TC planning team for execution
• Deliver cost savings (or cost avoidance) and sustainability improvement through working with suppliers to develop innovative solutions.
• Partner with QA risk mitigate any compliance concerns.
What we are looking forRequired Qualifications
• Undergraduate degree
• 5-7 years' experience in a similar or related role, including project management and/or supply chain management.
• Proficient in MS Office software
• Knowledge of the Customers, the retail environment and their expectations related to product and promotions.
• Thrives in a dynamic and fast paced environment - demonstrates ability to work and effectively manage priorities.
• Effective communication, ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
• Track record at working at both strategic and tactical levels.
• Strong negotiation skills
• Solid interpersonal skills, maintaining effective working relationships with external suppliers (Third Party Packaging Contractors and Component Vendors) as well as numerous internal cross-functional business partners.
Desired Qualifications
• SAP knowledge an asset
• Prior people management experience an asset.
• English a must, French is an asset.
What's in it for youAnnual base salary for new hires in this position ranges:$92,600.00 - $142,600.00
This takes into account a number of factors including work location, the candidate's skills, experience, education level & other job-related factors.
- 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.
Vacancy: This job posting is for an existing, currently vacant position.
