Lifestyle Brands (the LSB) is a growing house of like-minded brands under the SC Johnson umbrella including Method®, Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day®, Babyganics ® and Ecover ®. Headquartered in San Francisco with additional operations in Chicago and throughout Europe, the LSB is home to 650 employees. Together we act as a force for bold, transformative growth with a focus on delivering positive impact for people and the planet. If you're into pioneering the future and doing good while doing business, come join us.

The LSB is part of SC Johnson, a family-owned company and leading manufacturer of household cleaning, home storage, air care, pest control and shoe care products, as well as professional products. Originally founded in 1886 and headquartered in Wisconsin, U.S.A., SC Johnson and the Lifestyle Brands division are at work for a better world.

The Company's Total Rewards package is at or above industry levels. The expected base salary range for this position is between 94,944.00 USD - 124,614.00 USD. Job related skills, experience, education, and location will be considered in setting actual starting base salary. In addition to your base salary and depending on job level, eligibility, and performance, a total package may include profit sharing, a short-term incentive and/or long-term incentives. As a family company, benefits are a key piece of our Total Rewards package as well and we're proud to provide a comprehensive, competitive, and differentiated benefits program that our people and their families value.

THE ROLE

The Senior Associate, Project Management will manage multiple, simultaneous projects with moderate complexity and will contribute global and regional projects. They are responsible for various types of projects (from new product development to cost savings and supply chain initiatives) to ensure on-time, on-budget, and on-quality execution. The role guides the team through end to end project phases to ensure deliverables, success criteria, timing, and risk/mitigation profile is clear and executed. This is a pivotal role that ensures all projects are effectively executed, stakeholders are kept informed, and team members are kept engaged, focused, and on-track to deliver annual operating plans. They drive integration with the cross-functional execution team and ensure alignment with business commitments.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Leverage business acumen to understand market and category dynamics to optimize business results


• Manage projects from Initiation through the Commercialization, Launch, and Post Launch Phases.


• Develop timelines, key milestones, and risk and mitigation plans


• Lead and coordinate activities of cross functional team members to execute plans that will meet commitments of key deliverables and Launch of innovative projects


• Develop and manage detailed project schedule to meet launch commitments defined in project scope


• Develop risk identification/mitigation plans to achieve project objectives


• Manage projects according to LSB processes and best practices


• Assure all appropriate cross-functional subject matter experts are engaged to deliver key sub processes and milestones required for the project, with a focus on meeting cost of sales, capital, quality, and customer service metrics for the project (including first arrival date and case fill rates)


• Track project progress against deliverables/milestones, issue status reports, and escalate breakdowns and issues as necessary


• Maintain Project Documentation (Project Management system, MS Project Timeline, Stage Gate Documents, Risk Register, Issue Log, OneNote, Close Out Report, etc.) as needed


• Manage communication plan internal to team and external to team (Stakeholders, Sponsors, and Executives)


• Apply root cause analysis and problem-solving skills to identify the most critical factors that impact successful project implementation


• Draw on functional expertise to enable successful commercialization


• Demonstrate SCJ Success Drivers and establish a "Mindset to Win" Culture


• Apply in-depth functional knowledge to complete projects


• Model effective communication, financial acumen, care for quality, and curiosity.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in a business or technical discipline and a minimum of 2 years of project management/equivalent experience such as manufacturing, purchasing, planning, distribution, product development and/or commercialization or a Master's Degree and at least 1 years of this experience.

Preferred:

• Project Management (PMI) or Supply Chain (APICS) certification


• Experience in Project Management in consumer package goods development, manufacturing, purchasing, planning, distribution and/or commercialization.


• Experience in new product launches, contract manufacturing, and financial analysis as it relates to operations


• Experience to interface, lead and build relationships with multiple levels and functions internal and external to the corporation


• Demonstrated Project Management skills


• Basic knowledge of SAP PLM and ECC.


• Basic Microsoft Project knowledge


• Ability to motivate non-direct reports; keep teams working well together


• Ability to operate in a complex, non-structured environment


• Possess clear and concise communication skills/collaboration skills, especially across countries; orchestrate effective meetings


• Possess key attributes including: creativity, adaptability, persuasiveness, perseverance, and strategic thinking


• Demonstrates high degree of initiative and excellent problem-solving skills


• Fluency in English language, both verbal and written

Job Requirements:

• Full Time


• Core Business Hours


• 0-10% travel

• Office Environment

Lifestyle Brand (LSB) PERKS:Our values are at the heart of everything we do. Here are a few of the ways we Care like a Mother for every person against dirty:

• Rockstar health insurance benefits package


• Jollydays: competitive vacation bundle


• Generous retirement match + pre-tax savings options


• 3 Care Days (a.k.a. Volunteer Time-Off) a year, to be a force for good


• Global Ping Pong Tournament + Bubble Bash...you heard that right-- let's dance


• Remote work is available once a week for eligible employees

Inclusion & Diversity

We believe that being a team of diverse people with different ideas, views and cultures will help us and our business thrive. We are committed to ensuring everyone who works at the LSB feels that they have a real sense of belonging and that they can show up as who they are, be valued, listened to and supported to do their best possible work.

Sure, there's always more that can be done. But together with our team, partners, customers and community, we can make everyone welcome.

Better Together

At SC Johnson, we strive to create a positive, inclusive and unique workplace. We strongly believe SCJ people are able to achieve their best when they can collaborate and work together in person.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The policy of the Company is to ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, gender identity, gender expression, disability, citizenship, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in any active or reserve component of the U.S. or state military forces, genetic history or information or any other category protected by law.

Accommodation Requests

If you are an individual with a disability and you need an accommodation or other assistance during the application process, please call our Human Resources department at 262-260-3343 or email your request to SCJHR@scj.com . All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Download the EEO is the Law poster f or more information.