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®. Science is our passion; care is our talent.
Kenvue Is Currently Recruiting For an EM Quality Category Leader
Role Reports To: Supplier Quality Packaging Director
Location: Europe/Middle East/Africa, Switzerland, Zug, Rotkreuz – Work Location: Fully Onsite
Based In: Switzerland, Rotkreuz or New York, Summit
What You Will Do
The External Manufacturing (EM) Quality Category Leader is responsible for the quality oversight and coordination of activities related to the EM category. This individual will develop and lead the execution of a quality strategy as part of the overall category lifecycle management—covering new product development, commercialization, performance monitoring, and product/technical transfer. As a subject‑matter expert, the leader will engage in strategic initiatives with Procurement, Make, and regional Quality teams.
Major Duties & Responsibilities
* Strategy development for global management of external manufacturers – 60%
* Key global partner for Procurement EM category, collaborating closely with the global Procurement organization to standardize EM assessment, selection, and monitoring – 20%
* Influence and change management, partnering with regional Quality EM teams to drive consistency and apply global learnings while ensuring compliance across all countries – 20%
Required Qualifications
Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in chemistry, life sciences, engineering, or a related field.
Required Years of Related Experience
Minimum 8 years in pharmaceutical, medical device, cosmetics, or a similarly regulated field.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with regional partners
* Compliance mindset to ensure systems are correctly executed at a global level
* Fluent English is required
* Knowledge of regulatory requirements for drugs, cosmetics, medical devices, and dietary supplements
* Experience in Health Authority inspections
* Experience in External Manufacturer management
Other Duties
Collaboration with the digital team is required to ensure appropriate planning for systems implementation and changes.
If you are an individual with a disability, please check our Disability Assistance page for information on how to request an accommodation.
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