Kenvue is currently recruiting for a:
Senior Scientist R&D Materials
**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.
**Role reports to**:
GER PESQ E DESENV
**Location**:
Latin America, Brazil, Sao Paulo, Sao Jose dos Campos
**Work Location**:
Hybrid
**What you will do**
Kenvue is currently recruiting for:
**Senior Scientist R&D Materials**
This position reports to Manager R&D Materials and is based at São José dos Campos, Brazil.
**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.
**What you will do**
The Senior Scientist R&D Materials will be part of our global R&D organization, responsible for leading chemical raw material projects across a diverse portfolio of products. As a Senior Scientist, you will act as the technical leader for raw material qualification projects, coordinating technical aspects of projects, reporting metrics, and interacting with cross-functional global teams to deliver impactful solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end qualification of alternate raw material suppliers to address supply and customer service challenges.
- Conduct technical assessments, write comprehensive reports for assigned raw materials and evaluate the impact of raw material changes on different formulation types.
- Prioritize and manage multiple projects with varying business impact across the region.
- Identify and implement improvements opportunities.
- Engage with cross-functional teams to coordinate projects of varying complexity.
- Track and report key metrics.
- Independently drive technical resolutions within defined timelines.
- Perform batch formulations to assess raw material changes.
- Demonstrate agility and adaptability in dynamic environments.
**What we are looking for**
Required Qualifications
Bachelor´s degree in Industrial Pharmacy, Chemistry, Chemistry Engineering or related field
Advanced degree (Master´s or PhD) or specialization in Cosmetology is a differential.
Advanced in English, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
A minimum of 5 years of experience in product development or related roles within the Cosmetic or Chemical Raw Material Industry is required.
Desired Qualifications:
Effective collaborattion with cross-functional teams;
Abbility to produce clear, accurate documentation.
Experience in managing and executing technical projects.
**What’s in it for you**
- Competitive Total Rewards Package*
- Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time & More!
- Learning & Development Opportunities
- Employee Resource Groups
- This list could vary based on location/region
- Note: Total Rewards at Kenvue include salary, bonus (if applicable) and benefits. Your Talent Access Partner will be able to share more about our total rewards offerings and the specific salary range for the relevant location(s) during the recruitment & hiring process.
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.
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