Head of Technology - Operations Products (Finance)
Description
Head of Technology, Operations Products
This position reports into the SVP Enterprise Technology and is based at Skillman, NJ - to be Summit, NJ (early '25)
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 opp,ortunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future-and yours. For more information, click here .
What you will do
The Head of Technology, Operations Products is responsible for establishing long-term strategic planning, providing guidance and technical advice to senior management, and ensuring operational success. The role has responsibilities for all SC technology across all SC areas, including Planning, Manufacturing, Quality, Distribution, and Returns, along with end-to-end ERP platforms and data cyber security. The role will work with Kenvue's Supply Chain Senior LT, Commercial CIO, Global Technology Services, and all 7 Product Line groups in SC Technology. It is responsible for approximately 100-125 resources and a $125MM operating budget.
Key Responsibilities:
• Drive thought leadership in SC Technology capability across Consumer SC, and enable differentiating SC capabilities as a competitive advantage through innovative technology solutions.
• Represent Tech & Data with key Kenvue Supply Chain stakeholders and work across senior business leaders to set/influence supply chain strategy.
• Shape and ensure efficient and effective delivery of a global program portfolio that creates value with speed.
• Responsible for the strategy, development, socialization, influencing, and approval of business cases for Consumer Business funded technology projects.
• Develop and implement innovative supply chain technology strategies that align with the company's overall goals and objectives.
• Lead and manage a team of technology professionals to ensure the successful execution of supply chain technology projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement process improvements that enhance supply chain efficiency and effectiveness.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends to ensure the company remains competitive.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders.
• Provide thought leadership and strategic guidance on supply chain technology initiatives to senior leadership.
• Develop and implement the overall strategy and long-term planning for the Supply Chain Technology department.
• Direct employees' work in highly specialized areas and ensure the development of a competent technical staff that attains goals critical to the company's major objectives.
What we are looking for
Required Qualifications
Minimum of 15 years of working experience in the consumer healthcare industry
Minimum of 5 years of experience and demonstrated leadership in Business Technology.
Desired Qualifications
• Knowledge of leading-edge digital Supply Chain technology and trends
• Knowledge of Consumer business and end-to-end distribution
• End to end Supply Chain experience
• Track record of driving business value through information technology
• Track record of working in a regulated industry
• Track record of large program delivery
• Experience managing large, complex budgets
• Experience managing global, multi-location teams
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills, including formal presentation skills; multi-language skill is a plus
• Ability to successfully manage multiple critical issues simultaneously
• Experience in working with multiple competing stakeholders and priorities
• Ability to influence, negotiate and communicate with both external customers and internal stakeholders and across complex matrix organizations
• Ability to influence and lead senior leadership teams
