Manager, Skin Health HCP Upstream (1 of 3)

Manager, Skin Health HCP Upstream (1 of 3)

Lo que hacemos

En Kenvue, nos damos cuenta del extraordinario poder del cuidado diario. Sobre la base de más de un siglo de herencia y arraigados en la ciencia, somos el hogar de marcas icónicas, incluidas NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO,® TYLENOL,® LISTERINE,® JOHNSON'S® y BAND-AID® que ya conoces y amas. La ciencia es nuestra pasión; El cuidado es nuestro talento.

Quiénes somos

Nuestro equipo global está formado por ~ 22.000 personas brillantes con una cultura laboral en la que cada voz importa y cada contribución es apreciada. Nos apasionan las ideas, innovación y comprometidos con la entrega de los mejores productos a nuestros clientes. Con experiencia y empatía, ser un Kenvuer significa tener el poder de impactar a millones de personas todos los días. Ponemos a las personas en primer lugar, nos preocupamos ferozmente, nos ganamos la confianza de la ciencia y resolvemos con coraje, ¡y tenemos oportunidades brillantes esperándote! Únase a nosotros para dar forma a nuestro futuro y al suyo. Para obtener más información, haga clic en aquí.

Role reports to:

Senior Director HCP Marketing Neutrogena

Location:

North America, United States, New Jersey, Summit

Lugar de trabajo:

Híbrido

What will you

As the Manager, Skin Health HCP Upstream, you will be responsible for leading market analysis, managing key partnerships, and driving strategic marketing initiatives. You will lead the early‑stage innovation pipeline, develop forecasts and recommendations, and support brand development to identify growth opportunities and optimize marketing strategies to shape the future of our professional‑endorsed skin health products.

We are hiring for three roles:

• Manager, Neutrogena HCP Upstream – Face

• Manager, Neutrogena HCP Upstream – Sun & Hair

• Manager, Seed Brands and HCP Upstream – Rogaine

Key Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams to drive upstream innovation strategy and identify whitespace opportunities by integrating HCP insights, dermatology science, and emerging consumer needs to unlock new growth platforms.

• Drive early‑stage concept development, including problem identification, idea generation, value‑proposition creation, concept writing, feasibility assessment, and iterative testing.

• Collaborate with R&D and Clinical Affairs to shape claims strategy, clinical study inputs, and evidence‑generation plans that meet both consumer expectations and HCP rigor.

• Foster a culture of creativity, continuous improvement, and data-driven decision making within teams, including HCP engagement and marketing, to enhance professional growth and operational effectiveness.

• Develop strategic frameworks and tactical plans to accelerate time‑to‑market while maintaining premium quality standards, building on your existing role of developing product development frameworks.

• Co‑create compelling product concepts and scientific narratives with R&D, marketing, agencies, and suppliers to reinforce Kenvue’s leadership in Skin Health and dermatology‑backed skincare.

• Conduct deep consumer, HCP, and market analyses to proactively identify opportunities for differentiation and category expansion.

• Lead business case development, including sizing, forecasting, pricing strategy, and scenario modeling to inform portfolio decisions.

• Shape upstream HCP strategies, including professional‑specific claims implications, educational needs, and evidence frameworks.

• Partner with cross‑functional teams to guide programs through the global stage‑gate process and ensure strategic alignment.

• Leverage digital tools, AI‑based insights, and trend‑mining platforms to identify and validate future innovation spaces.

• Champion sustainability by embedding eco‑friendly principles into early‑stage development.

• Manage performance tracking and analytics to guide long‑term portfolio strategy.

• Mentor junior team members and foster a culture of creativity, courage, and continuous improvement.

What we are looking for

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Business, Marketing, Life Sciences, or a related field.

• 6+ years of progressive experience in brand management, upstream innovation, product development, marketing, market research, or healthcare professional engagement within the beauty, pharmaceutical, healthcare, or consumer goods sectors.

• Demonstrated experience conducting and interpreting consumer, HCP, and competitive insights

• Proven ability to lead early‑stage concept development, claims strategy, and feasibility assessments.

• Strong project leadership skills with experience guiding programs through a structured stage‑gate process

• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic marketing plans, including branding, positioning, and pricing strategies.

• Excellent communication and influence skills across scientific, commercial, and professional audiences

Desired Qualifications

• Proven track record of leading innovative projects that have resulted in measurable business growth and enhanced brand equity. Experience in beauty, skincare, sun care, or hair care innovation preferred.

• Exceptional strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights and compelling product narratives.

• Experience collaborating with clinical, R&D, and regulatory teams on claims and substantiation (aligned with the clinical and evidence‑generation needs for HCP products).

• Familiarity with AI‑driven insight tools, social listening platforms, and digital trend analytics, and forecasting software.

• Experience leading global or regional upstream innovation programs.

• Demonstrated ability to thrive in fast-paced, matrixed environments while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.

• Passion for skincare science and consumer health, coupled with a visionary mindset to anticipate future industry trends.

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What's in it for you

$124,100.00 - $175,200.00

Esto tiene en cuenta una serie de factores que incluyen la ubicación del trabajo, las habilidades del candidato, la experiencia, el nivel de educación y otros factores relacionados con el trabajo.

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