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Role Overview

• The Chemistry Senior Associate contributes to the technical development of new formulations for products in support of SC Johnson’s product range within Africa, including Pest Control, Home Cleaning, Air Care, Shoe Care, and Personal Care. You will develop new products, line extensions, and assist with technology advancements which result in consumer preferred benefits. This position will participate on cross-functional teams under the supervision of an RD&E Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Develop formulations to meet internal ingredient standards and industry best practices for safety, scientific significance, accuracy, and recordkeeping
• Formulating new products, product changes, assist in leading technology advancements, and competitive assessments which result in new consumer benefits, reduced cost or improved environmental impact of the products
• Executing all formula relevant testing and trials within the laboratory, and working within the pilot plant for prototype preparation, evaluation testing, validation etc, with accurate recording and reporting of data
• Collaborating with multifunctional core teams (R&D, Design, Marketing, Marketing Research, and Product Supply) to successfully identify, develop, and launch new products in an accelerated manner
• Communicating complex ideas accurately and concisely to colleagues at all levels within the company and to a variety of diverse disciplines and functions to deliver business-building solutions
• Work with multiple product types and can translate user needs into consumer-preferred solutions, which is an important aspect of the product development process
• Interpret consumer test results and provide recommendations for product improvements and claims
• Develop product technologies, when appropriate, relevant to global markets
• Follow general lab safety guidelines and maintain a clean, orderly work area

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Fluent in English
• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, material science technology, or equivalent engineering program
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience

Skills & Behaviours you’ll need:

• Possess an understanding of regulatory approval processes for consumer goods
• Knowledge of the product development process and experience related to various formulation and delivery system technologies related to Pest Control products
• Strong chemistry knowledge, including formulation with surfactants, active ingredients, thickening systems, waxes, and other builders.
• Experienced in claims development and consumer research methodologies
• Understand the functional properties, proper use, and the environmental impact of ingredients
• Scientific curiosity and the ability to solve technical problems related to formulation and manufacturing
• Cross-functional teaming skills to effectively work across internal organizational boundaries and across multiple time zones
• Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to communicate accurately and concisely to multiple levels within the company
• Highly proactive and results-oriented approach
• Proficient computer skills; will be required to become competent in the use of PLM (SAP based product management system)

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Role Overview

• The Project Management-Commercialization Associate Manager is responsible for delivering projects with moderate complexity in the Commercialization, Launch, and Post Launch Phases. This role guides the team through these phases to ensure deliverables, success criteria, timing, and risk/mitigation profile is clear and executed. The GPM drives integration with the regional execution, aligned with business commitments. This position will manage multiple, simultaneous projects, typically with moderate complexity supply chains.

Responsibilities:

• Leverage business acumen to understand market and category dynamics to optimize business results
• Manage projects through the Commercialization, Launch, and Post Launch Phases. Develop timelines, key milestones, and risk/mitigation plans.
• Coordinate activities of functional team members to execute plans that will meet commitments of key deliverables
• Develop and manage detailed project schedule to meet launch commitments in each country defined in project scope
• Manage projects according to SC Johnson processes and best practices
• Assure all appropriate cross-functional subject matter experts are engaged to deliver key subprocesses and milestones required for the project, with focus on meeting cost of sales, capital, quality, and customer service metrics for the project (including first arrival date and case fill rates)
• Provide project leadership within a regional cross functional team to drive the Commercialization and Launch of innovative projects
• Track project progress against deliverables/milestones, issue status reports, and escalate breakdowns and issues as necessary
• Maintain Project Documentation (Master Data in PWA, MS Project Timeline, StageGate 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)
• 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
• 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
• Participates in the PM Community of Practice
• Develop timelines that are realistic, detailed and logically sequenced, ensuring all activities and dependencies are accounted for.
• Demonstrate proactive leadership by driving momentum, closing open actions promptly, and maintaining accountability across all stakeholders.
• Ensure functional fluency by validating inputs and dependencies before committing to timelines, and lead technical feasibility assessments during early-stage projects.
• Apply rigorous risk management by identifying risks early, building clear mitigation plans, and communicating scenarios effectively to stakeholders.
• Maintain information integrity by providing updates and documentation that are accurate, complete, and logically structured.
• Influence and challenge assumptions constructively to strengthen project outcomes and ensure feasibility under tight constraints.

Experience you will bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline and a minimum of 6 years of experience in development and commercialization of consumer product goods, or a master’s degree with at least 4 years relevant work experience
• Project Management (PMI) or Supply Chain (APICS) certification
• Experience in Project Management in manufacturing or purchasing/planning/distribution
• 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

Skills & Behaviours you’ll need:

• 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