Associate Manager, Project Management - Home Cleaning

SC JOHNSON IS A FIFTH-GENERATION FAMILY COMPANY BUILT ON THE SPIRIT OF OUR PEOPLE. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building iconic brands that win the hearts and minds of consumers - such as Raid, Glade, Ziploc and more, in virtually every country around the world. Together, we are creating a better future - for the planet, for future generations and for every SCJ team member. Join our winning team of Wave Makers and Go Getters and help us write the next chapter in the SCJ story.

• Leverage business acumen to understand market and category dynamics to optimize business results; Demonstrate SCJ Success Drivers and establish a "Mindset to Win" Culture

• Execute the technical plan and coordinates activities of functional team members to execute validation test plans that will meet commitments of key technical deliverables

• Influence others to drive project progress in functional area

• Model strong R&D functional skills, including appropriate skills in effective communication, financial acumen, integrated risk management, project management, quality, robustness, regulation & safety, scientific rigor, and technical curiosity

• Demonstrate the ability to pivot between working with a front-end team operating in ambiguity and operating in execution

• Apply rigorous timeline and risk management practices to effectively manage technical and timeline risks

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

• Draw on scientific and functional expertise to enable successful development and commercialization

• Provide consistent communication with cross-functional team and internal stakeholders

• Participate in the PM Community of Practice

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE YOU'LL BRING

• Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline and 5+ years of experience in development and commercialization of consumer product goods, or a master's degree with at least 3+ years relevant work experience

PREFERRED EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS

• Proven track record working with design and manufacturing partners outside the organization

• Ability to create and utilize development methods and tools, such as DOEs, to solve technical problems and deliver claims

• Technical breadth and depth in product development and commercialization, global products experience, technology trends, competitive and IP landscape, systems, analytical test methods, sustainability, and leveraging external technologies

• Self-driven, results-oriented with a clear focus on high quality and timely delivery of objectives

• Natural forward planner who critically assesses own performance and is reliable, tolerant, determined, and empathic communicator

• Excellent communicator with track record of presenting ideas with courage and conviction

• Excellent project management skills

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Full time

• 0-10% travel

• Office Environment: Remote work is available once a week

• This role is eligible for domestic relocation

• Ability to lift 10 - 40 pounds.

Inclusion & Diversity

We're a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age and ability. We recognize the breadth of human experience, and we work to celebrate it. It is our goal to build a diverse, inclusive and supportive work environment where all people can thrive.

We're committed to ongoing efforts that help us attract, hire, and retain diverse talent who want to build a positive, inclusive environment. Read more about our ongoing initiatives at https://jobs.scjohnson.com/inclusion.

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 posterfor more information.