Posted in General Business 30+ days ago.
Type: Full-Time
Location: Roswell, Georgia
Lead Product Development Engineer
Position Summary:
We are currently seeking a highly motivated Lead Product Development Engineer to join the Kimberly-Clark Professional Global Product Development Team, focused on executing large scale innovation and renovation plans in the skincare category. Specifically, this person will work to provide a cadence of brand-led innovation and renovation product launches across the globe enabling Kimberly-Clark Professional to remain differentiated in the marketplace. This role will also devote time to business support and brand maintenance activities as directed by business needs. The position will be located in Roswell and reports to the Global R&E Product Development leader.
The role is critical to maintaining our leadership position in the skincare categories. The incumbent will be a key contributor to executing on brand-led innovation, renovation, and business support plans, working cross-functionally to ensure products meet established brand standards and regulatory and quality guidelines. This position requires an individual who thrives in a global environment and brings forward subject matter knowledge in the soap and sanitizer categories. Responsibilities include:
Driving business support needs to enable regional quality and regulatory requirements
Partnering with Category & R&E program leaders to establish a cadence of product innovation
Working with regional teams to execute scalable renovations
Leading qualification or commercialization activities for identified solutions
The incumbent must be able to:
Work effectively with cross-functional teams such as quality, product safety, regulatory, manufacturing and life cycle maximization teams
Plan and carry out project responsibilities with limited assistance and direction
Communicate and document project plans and results to key stakeholders
Develop robust timelines, budgets, and resource forecasts
Basic Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s or advanced degree in a related major scientific field or engineering discipline from an accredited college or university with a minimum of 5 years of experience in a variety of technical assignments Demonstrated ability to work independently or as part of a team to complete projects within required timeframes A track record of strong project leadership capabilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
Strong knowledge and background in chemical manufacturing processes is desired Strong knowledge and experience in formulation sciences is desired Demonstrated ability to solve business challenges Familiarity with product development processes (e.g. stage gate, rapid learning cycles) Experience working cross-functionally with business unit marketing and manufacturing teams on a global basis is desired Understanding of Kimberly-Clark products, procedures, and processes.
Kimberly-Clark and its well-known global brands are an indispensable part of life for people in more than 175 countries. Every day, 1.3 billion people - nearly a quarter of the world's population - trust K-C brands and the solutions they provide to enhance their health, hygiene, and well-being. With brands such as Kleenex, Scott, Huggies, Pull-Ups, Kotex, and Depend, Kimberly-Clark holds No.1 or No. 2 share positions in more than 80 countries. With more than 140 years of history of innovation, we believe in recruiting the best people and empowering them do their best work. If fresh thinking and a passion to win inspire you, come Unleash Your Power at Kimberly-Clark.
For Kimberly-Clark to grow and prosper, we must be an inclusive organization that applies the diverse experiences and passions of its team members to brands that make life better for people all around the world. We actively seek to build a workforce that reflects the experiences of our consumers. When you bring your original thinking to Kimberly-Clark, you fuel the continued success of our enterprise. We are a committed equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position.
This position may require a post-offer/pre-hire Physical Abilities Test (PAT) to confirm that individuals are able to perform the essential functions of the job.
K-C requires that an employee have authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In the event an applicant does not have current work authorization, K-C will determine, in its sole discretion, whether to sponsor an individual for work authorization. However, based on immigration requirements, not all roles are suitable for sponsorship. This position is subject to drug and alcohol testing, including pre-employment testing.
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