Description
Kenvue is currently recruiting for:
**Procurement Manager, NPD Direct Materials for Beauty**
This position reports into Director, Procurement and is based either in **Prague, Czech Republic or São José dos Campos, Brazil**
**Who we are**:
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.
Our global team is made by 22,000 diverse and brilliant people, passionate about insights, innovation and committed to deliver the best products to our customers.
With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means to have the power to impact 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.
**What you will do**:
Key Responsibilities
- Under the guidance of the Sr.
Manager Procurement - NPD & SRM, this associate will lead the procurement function for NPD Turnkey projects and supporting global direct materials NPD responsibilities, ensuring alignment with overall business strategy
- For top initiatives in scope, will lead negotiations on provisions, pricing, delivery, and product specifics with direct materials suppliers
- Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or innovation
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate supply chain risks
- Manage supplier relationships and negotiate contracts to ensure favorable terms and conditions
- Stay up-to-date on industry trends and best practices to drive continuous improvement
- Provide input to purchasing policies, procedures and performance standards to ensure compliance with departmental policies and quality specifications.
- Partner with category procurement to approve supplier selection and early influence sourcing decisions
- Establish and maintain effective communication with vendors to ensure product, service and quality standards.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives and ensure procurement processes are optimized.
Qualifications
**What we are looking for**:
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 6-8 years of experience in procurement or related field.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
- Proven track record of driving cost savings and supplier performance.
- Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong knowledge of procurement processes, procedures and performance standards.
- Ability to analyze market trends, should-cost models and pricing to make informed decisions.
- Experience in vendor management and contract negotiation.
- Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
- Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Experience working at a FMCG company within product development or innovation
Desired Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in procurement, with a focus on NPD & R&D procurement.
- Advanced skills in procurement processes and procedures.
- Experience in driving innovation and implementing new procurement strategies.
- Experience in managing global procurement operations.
- Proven ability to develop and maintain strong supplier relationships.
- Experience in managing procurement budgets and forecasting procurement needs.
- Ability to identify and mitigate procurement risks.
**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 identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Primary Location Europe/Middle East/Africa-Czechia-Prague-Walterovo Namesti
Other Locations Latin America-Brazil-São Paulo-São José dos Campos
Job Function Procurement