Functional Lead - Digitized Workflow, Manufacturing Execution System (MES)

Functional Lead - Digitized Workflow, Manufacturing Execution System (MES)

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® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent.

Who We Are

Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated.  We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact 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. For more information, click here.

Role reports to:

Director MAKE Global Systems & Solutions

Location:

Europe/Middle East/Africa, Czechia, Prague, Prague

Work Location:

Hybrid

What you will do

Kenvue is currently recruiting for:

Functional Lead – Digitized Workflow, Manufacturing Execution System (MES)

This position reports to Global MES Program Lead and is based in Prague, Czechia

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® Brand Adhesive Bandages that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent. Our global team is made up of ~ 22,000 diverse and brilliant people, passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact the 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. For more information, click here.

Role reports to: Global MES Program Lead

Location: Prague, Czechia

Travel %: 25%

What you will do 

The Functional Lead – Digitized Workflow, Manufacturing Execution System (MES) will be responsible for executing the defined strategy for implementing a paper on glass MES solution globally. This role involves leading a team of functional Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) in the deployment of MES technologies, ensuring that projects meet technical specifications and comply with industry standards, particularly within GxP environments.

He/she will:

• Review, own and approve the capabilities implemented in Digitized Workflow (paper-on-glass) solution

• Execute the technical strategy for MES implementation, ensuring alignment with established global objectives.

• Lead a team of SMEs throughout the implementation process, guaranteeing adherence to best practices and technical requirements.

• Collaborate with System Integrator project managers and local site leads to address technical challenges and facilitate seamless project execution.

• Collect insights and lessons learned from project implementations to enhance MES governance and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.

• Support change management initiatives in collaboration with the Global Change Management lead.

• Facilitate the collection, validation, and approval of benefits associated with MES project execution, conducting benefit evaluations as directed by the global team.

What we are looking for

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or similar

• Minimum of 7 years of business experience with at least 3 years of leadings project in the supply chain or IT manufacturing space

• Experience working with MES systems (AVEVA Model Driven MES experience is a plus) either as a user or as a consultant/system integrator

• Possesses excellent communication, motivation, team building, employee involvement, diplomacy, delegating skills, as well as confidence and enthusiasm

• Strategic planning and disruptive thinking. Agile and entrepreneurial mindset

• Proven track record of dealing well with ambiguity, prioritizing needs, and delivering results in a dynamic environment

• Ability to collaborate within and across companies, cultures, functions, and geographies to lead change and action

Desired Qualifications

• Specific Project Management documented training (PMP certification is a plus)

• Fluency in speaking Spanish and/or Portugues

• Experience working in a consumer goods or pharmaceutical supply chain environment is preferred.

• Experience in global consultancy and corporate environment managing and coordinating large teams in matrix organization is preferred

What’s in it for you

Employee Benefits:

• Competitive Benefit Package

• Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time & More!

• Home Office possibilities and working from anywhere (up to 30 days/year) 

• Pension Insurance

• Learning & Development Opportunities

• Meal vouchers, Pluxee benefit cafeteria, Company products with discount

• Public transportation allowance

• Employee Resource Groups

Office Facilities:

• Nice area with restaurants with metro station 300 m from office

• Modern office with coffee and fruit, focus rooms

Health and Wellness Benefits:

• On-site gym and massages

• Global wellbeing reimbursement, long term illness contribution, Accident, Life, and disability insurance

• Multisport card

• Parental leave and early returning parents program

Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

If you are an individual with a disability, please check our Disability Assistance page for information on how to request an accommodation.