This Manager, Perfect Store - Target, Drug position will collaborate with Customer Development to bring the Perfect Store to life with our customers. This role focuses on Perfect Store implementation at Target and the Drug Channel within the U.S. market.
Role reports to: Sr Manager Perfect Store
Location: Based in Summit, NJ or one of our Regional Sales Offices in: Minneapolis, MN; Cincinnati, OH; Buffalo Grove, IL; Rogers, AR; or Cumberland, RI. Kenvue is currently in the process of moving its Global Headquarters from Skillman, NJ to Summit, NJ. This role is based in Summit, NJ but there may be a period of time during the transition that you must report to Skillman, NJ.
Travel %: 25
Pay: Annual base salary for new hires in this position ranges from $98,000 to $194,000. This takes into account a number of factors including work location, the candidate's skills, experience, education level & other job-related factors.
Who we looking for
At Kenvue , we believe there is extraordinary power in everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and propelled forward by science, our iconic brands-including NEUTROGENA ® , AVEENO ® , TYLENOL ® , LISTERINE ® , JOHNSON'S ® and BAND-AID ® -are category leaders trusted by millions of consumers who use our products to improve their daily lives. Our employees share a digital-first mindset, an approach to innovation grounded in deep human insights, and a commitment to continually earning a place for our products in consumers' hearts and homes.
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Key Responsibilities
Retailer Engagement and Store Coverage:
Lead the task-based store coverage plans for Target and Drug Retailers that align with Kenvue's business objectives.
Drive strong partnerships with the Target and Drug Retailers Customer Development Team to ensure Perfect Store principles are integrated into daily operations, planning, and execution.
Design the collaboration model with the assigned broker to optimize Physical Availability by creating and executing Perfect Store plans that meet Target and Drug Retailers and Kenvue's needs.
Build strong relationships with brokers, ensuring high service standards, accountability, efficient data management and timely data delivery.
Ensure the accurate and timely delivery of standard metrics and execution data (e.g., scorecards, reporting cadence) to track and optimize performance against targets.
Data Analytics and Insights:
Collaborate with the Perfect Store Analytics and Insights team to establish and maintain KPI tracking for in-store performance (Perfect Storecard)
Optimize Target and Drug Retailer-specific business insights to continuously refine and enhance Perfect Store strategies, collaborating with brokers and customer-facing teams.
Communication:
Work closely with Kenvue's cross-functional teams, using monthly data and insights to align with Kenvue/Target/Drug objectives and communicate product and marketing strategies.
Prepare and present progress summaries, business cases, and presentations to support operational and strategic decisions.
Represent customer interests in collaboration with brokers and the Perfect Store team to influence and shape squad business plans.
Capability Building:
Collaborate with customer teams and CBI to deliver unified, Target and Drug Retailer-specific insights.
Guide training and development efforts across the U.S. organization to enhance Perfect Store capabilities.
Take a lead role in adapting global best practices to local needs, utilizing data-driven, task-based, and ROI-focused strategies.
Champion best practices across teams and functions to ensure a consistent and effective approach to Perfect Store initiatives.
What we are looking for
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field.
5 years of experience in consumer-packaged goods.
Prior experience in direct customer sales, business analytics, retailer broker relationship management and/or supply chain.
Strong analytical skills with proficiency in MS Excel and Business Intelligence tools.
Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
Ability to influence decision-makers up and down two or more levels, with and without direct authority.
Project management experience and ability to work in cross-functional teams.
Ability to successfully prioritize and independently lead multiple priorities in a complex and dynamic environment
Outside-in Focus - ability to focus externally to lead innovation and change. Willingness to be in the market to anticipate customer and consumer needs. Makes fact-based decisions. Prioritizes impact.
Owner Mindset - takes personal accountability for performance and drives collective success. Quick to adapt and scale what works.Owns decisions.
Daring Spirit - Ignites courage and sparks innovation. Challenges the status quo and experimentation. Includes diverse perspectives and encourages candid debates.
Desired Qualifications:
Experience working with national consumer goods retailers and brokers
Ability to successfully negotiate internally and externally to align competing needs at high levels across dotted-line relationships.
Experience in market research or working with data from Nielsen, IRI, or similar agencies.
What's in it for you
Annual base salary for new hires in this position ranges from $198,000 to $140,000. This takes into account a number of factors including work location, the candidate's skills, experience, education level & other job-related factors.
Competitive Total Rewards Package*
Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time, Flexible Ways of Working & More!
Learning & Development Opportunities
Employee Resource Groups
*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 without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
