Procurement Sustainability Manager

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:

Sr Dir Risk Market Intelligence and ESG

Location:

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

Work Location:

Hybrid

What you will do

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.

What you will do

The Direct Materials Sustainability Procurement Manager is responsible for managing day-to-day operational activities to support the integration of sustainability across our global procurement operations for chemicals and packaging. This role is pivotal in driving responsible sourcing practices, ensuring compliance with environmental standards, managing relevant sustainable certifications processes and advancing our Healthy Lives Mission through sustainable innovation. This role will also be responsible for the management of key sustainability certifications required by Kenvue, following and analyzing market trends, influencing sustainable supplier selection, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and maintaining effective and transparent communication with relevant internal and external stakeholders:

Procurement & Sustainability

• Propose and execute global sustainability initiatives for Direct Materials (chemicals and packaging) in consultation with cross-functional teams
• Drive day-to-day activities to embed sustainability into procurement processes, for Direct Materials category
• Collaborate with category teams to ensure suppliers align with Kenvue sustainability goals, providing strategic guidance and support in supplier selection and evaluation
• Drive adoption of certifications such as RSPO (Roundtable for Sustainable Palm Oil) and FSC (Forest Stewardship Council), among others
• Develop roadmaps to ensure adoption of sustainable certifications in scope, and identify ongoing risks, gaps, and measures to mitigate potential challenges

Regulatory Compliance & Reporting

• Support Procurement category teams in adhering to sustainability regulations (e.g., EUDR)
• Assist risk assessment processes and planning of Direct Materials supplier audits related to sustainability
• Monitor reported sustainability-related grievances concerning Direct Materials suppliers and support grievance management, corrective actions, and remediation as applicable

Data Management & Transparency

• Conduct assessments to track certification status, enhance supply chain traceability and support transparency investigations for all sustainability related certifications in scope for Kenvue (e.g., RSPO, FSC, among others)
• Prepare and present reports on sustainability impact, supplier compliance, and progress against Healthy Lives Mission and procurement sustainability goals
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting in view of our Healthy Lives Mission, and enhance tracking systems and processes by leveraging digital solutions

Stakeholder Engagement & Training

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with category managers, buyers and suppliers to stay on top of sustainable options, uphold product, service, and quality standards in sustainable chemicals and packaging procurement
• Support Chemicals and Packaging Category Leads to evaluate and select suppliers based on sustainability criteria and negotiate contracts for sustainable sourcing initiatives
• Co-develop and lead internal training programs on sustainability initiatives for Direct Materials

External Engagement in Chemicals and Packaging (Direct Materials)

• Stay informed about key market trends in sustainable chemicals and packaging procurement and provide actionable insights to management for decision-making

• Monitor and analyze market trends to inform sustainability strategy decisions and engage with industry groups to stay ahead of best practices

What we are looking for

Required Qualifications

• University/Bachelors Degree or Equivalent in a related field
• 6-8 years of experience in procurement or sustainability, with a focus on chemicals and/or packaging
• Proven track record of successfully implementing sustainability initiatives in procurement
• Strong analytical skills to assess environmental impact and performance metrics
• Experience with sustainability frameworks and standards related to chemicals and packaging procurement
• Strong understanding of environmental and social impact assessment in procurement processes

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with sustainability frameworks and standards related to chemicals and packaging procurement
• Familiarity with sustainable sourcing practices and regulations in the chemicals and packaging industry
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners to drive sustainability initiatives
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills to engage with internal and external stakeholders and to effectively convey sustainability objectives and requirements

What’s in it for you

• Competitive Benefit Package
• Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation & More!
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Work in a great team
• Interesting tasks
• Opportunities for career growth

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

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