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Overview

• SC Johnson is seeking a proactive and technically skilled Project Manager / Engineer for a 1-year fixed-term contract at our Rosslyn manufacturing site. Reporting to the Site Engineering Manager, this role will support the execution of capital projects, process improvements, and new product development initiatives. The successful candidate will also play a key role in managing and implementing Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs) to support operational excellence and compliance.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure all engineering activities are conducted in compliance with SC Johnson’s safety policies and regulatory standards.
• Manage and execute capital and process improvement projects, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, and implementation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Production, Maintenance, Quality, Safety) and external vendors to ensure successful project execution.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of engineering standards and best practices.
• Provide technical input and feasibility assessments for new product development (NPD) projects, including equipment selection and cost estimation.
• Lead or support the implementation of CAPAs, ensuring timely resolution of issues and sustainable improvements.
• Maintain accurate and timely project records, reports, and documentation in line with global engineering requirements.

Experience you will bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field).
• 3–5 years of engineering and project management experience, preferably in FMCG or manufacturing.
• Experience with aerosol manufacturing is advantageous.

Behaviours you’ll need:

• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Analytical and detail-oriented mindset.
• Effective communicator across all levels of the organization.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Team player with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment.

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Role Overview

Partner with the Sales Managers and the Marketing team to:

• Drive Net Sales growth
• Optimize Trade Spending
• Tracking new initiatives
• Increase profitability through detailed P&L analysis, ROI evaluation, and customer profitability tracking.

Responsibilities:

Monthly activities & Reporting

• Ensure accurate and timely month-end close;
• Produce monthly results reports with insights on Net Sales, GTN%, and Equity.
• Play an active role in the monthly S&OP cycle

Sales Team Support

• Provide financial analysis and respond to ad-hoc requests.
• Support independent channels with P&Ls and recommendations.
• Ensure promo guidelines are followed by sales and reviewed on a regular basis.

Trade Spend & Pricing

• Monitor the Trade Spend Management tool.
• Ensure price changes and adhoc spend are properly authorized.
• Perform monthly and quarterly reconciliations in line with the trade spend policy.
• Proactively manage open deductions in conjunction with the SSC team and ensure follow-up.

Controls & Compliance

• Ensure processes adhere to the trade spend policy
• Liaise with auditors and ensure proper documentation.

Experience you will bring:

• Qualified: CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent.
• Industry: FMCG or Retail experience preferred.

Skills & Behaviours you’ll need:

• Advanced Excel
• SAP (essential)
• BPC (desirable)
• Strong stakeholder management and analytical skills
• Problem-solving and handling difficult situations.
• High attention to detail and urgency.
• Deadline-driven and self-motivated.

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Role Overview

• The Senior Associate will be responsible for driving commercial execution within the Wholesale Channel, reporting into the Wholesale Channel Manager. The role will focus on Buying Groups and Independent Wholesale, supporting strategic initiatives including trade shows, product launches, and in-store activations. Key deliverables include volume growth, margin improvement, and expanding distribution.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver Volume and Distribution Targets
• Manage Relationship with Buying Groups and Independent Wholesale
• Coordinate with Field Ops to mobilize sales reps and ensure ground-level support.
• Collaborate with Customer Marketing to secure investment and deploy POSM/FSUs.
• Develop and implement execution plans for top 80–100 stores, including gondola ends.
• Support product launches through targeted wholesale strategies.
• Track and report on execution performance, including volume, margin, and distribution KPIs.
• Engage with cross-functional teams to manage activity grids and support.
• Work with Sales OPS to build and manage joint business plans and customer strategy.
• Manage P&L/financial objectives based on budgets.
• Oversee sales in/sales out, profitability, and gross-to-net (trade spend).

Key Deliverables

• Volume Growth: Drive incremental case volume through targeted execution and promotional activity.
• Margin Objectives: Ensure profitability through effective investment management and customer mix.
• Distribution Expansion: Build numeric and weighted distribution across priority wholesale outlets.

Wholesale Experience Required

• Experience working with Buying Groups’, UMS IBC (Independent Buying Consortium), ATM (Associated Trade Merchants).
• Exposure to Independent Wholesale: E.g. Conti, Africa Cash & Carry, Arrow, Kit Kat Group

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years in FMCG sales or wholesale channel management, with proven experience in executing trade marketing initiatives and managing wholesale accounts.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage cross-functional teams and field operations.
• Proficiency in sales reporting and performance tracking.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience in managing POSM and in-store execution strategies.