Kenvue is currently recruiting for a:
Scientist - R\&D Materials LATAMWhat 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:
DIR PESQ E DESENVLocation:
Latin America, Brazil, Sao Paulo, Sao Jose dos CamposWork Location:
HybridWhat you will do
Kenvue is currently recruiting for:
Scientist - R\&D Materials LATAM
This position 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 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 marketed Latam products, ensuring business continuity, cost reduction and supply chain reliability through science. As a 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 in English, with strong written and verbal communication skills
A minimum of 2 years of experience in Research and Development or related areas in the Cosmetic, Pharmaceutical, Food or Chemical Industry is required
Desired Qualifications:
Effective collaborattion with cross-functional teams
Abbility to produce clear and 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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