SUMMIT, NJPosted 19 days ago

Job summary

• Job post source

  This job is directly from Kenvue

• Job overview

  The Associate Director, Essential Health Packaging R&D at Kenvue leads packaging innovation and development for the Essential Health segment, impacting consumer experience and product quality globally.

• Responsibilities and impact

  The role involves leading packaging strategy and execution, collaborating with cross-functional teams, leveraging digital tools for development, optimizing processes, managing new material validation, ensuring product robustness, and leading a high-efficiency innovation team.

• Compensation and benefits

  The position offers an annual base salary range of $152,150 to $214,800, competitive benefits including paid holidays, vacation, volunteer time, learning opportunities, and additional rewards based on location and candidate qualifications.

• Experience and skills

  Candidates need 8+ years (MS/PhD) or 10+ years of packaging development experience in luxury beauty or high-end CPG, strong technical and leadership skills, business acumen, communication skills, knowledge of packaging technologies and vendor ecosystems, and ability to manage multiple projects in a matrix organization.

• Career development

  The job offers learning and development opportunities and encourages continuous self and team skill enhancement.

• Work environment and culture

  Kenvue values a culture where every voice matters, emphasizes empathy, science-driven innovation, and fosters an inclusive environment with equal opportunity employment.

• Company information

  Kenvue is a global company with iconic consumer brands like NEUTROGENA, TYLENOL, and BAND-AID, employing around 22,000 people and focused on science and care.

• Team overview

  The role reports to the Global Head of Essential Health Packaging R&D and is part of the Oral Care Category Brand Development Team, working cross-functionally to shape packaging strategy.

• Job location and travel

  The position is based in Summit, New Jersey, USA, with a hybrid work model.

• Unique job features

  The job features use of advanced digital tools like CAD and simulation, a focus on innovation and process optimization, and leadership of a high-efficiency team delivering packaging innovations.

Company overview

Kenvue is a global leader in consumer health products, specializing in personal care, health and wellness, and over-the-counter pharmaceutical products. The company generates revenue through the sale of well-known brands like Tylenol, Listerine, Neutrogena, and Band-Aid. Originally part of Johnson & Johnson, Kenvue was spun off to focus on consumer health, leveraging its strong brand portfolio and extensive distribution network. Candidates should be aware of its commitment to innovation and sustainability in delivering trusted health solutions globally.

How to land this job

• Position your resume to emphasize your leadership in packaging R&D, particularly your experience with new packaging development, technology transfer, and managing innovation pipelines in consumer packaged goods or luxury beauty sectors.

• Highlight your technical expertise in packaging molding technologies, digital tools like CAD and simulation, and your ability to drive process optimization and risk management within packaging projects.

• Apply through multiple channels including Kenvue’s corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and ensure you are noticed by different hiring teams.

• Connect with professionals in Kenvue’s Essential Health Packaging R&D and Oral Care Brand Development teams on LinkedIn; consider ice breakers like commenting on recent Kenvue innovations, mentioning shared industry challenges, or expressing enthusiasm for their packaging sustainability initiatives.

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