EMEA MES Deployment Lead

Kenvue

. Define the regional MES deployment strategy and timing, including installation and validation of technologies for EMEA .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeZug • SwitzerlandSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) deployment and project management within the supply chain and IT manufacturing sectors, with a strong focus on strategic planning, risk management, and stakeholder collaboration across diverse teams and cultures.

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Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)Project ManagementStrategic PlanningAutomation and EngineeringPMP Certification

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Hard Skills

AVEVA Model Driven MESProject ManagementDigital TechnologiesSupply Chain ManagementRisk Management

Soft Skills

CommunicationTeam BuildingDiplomacyMotivationDelegating

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP Certification

Industry Keywords

Consumer GoodsPharmaceutical Supply ChainGlobal ConsultancyMatrix OrganizationE2E Supply Chain

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define the regional MES deployment strategy and timing, including installation and validation of technologies for EMEA
Work with regional network leadership to ensure program execution aligns with expectations
Act as a link between local, regional, and global stakeholders
Coordinate MES implementation activities for the region in alignment with the global template and strategy
Work with EMEA Regional and Site Deployment Leads to ensure timely and effective project execution and proactive risk management
Monitor and report regional program progress
Act as first-level escalation for project-related issues detected at local or regional level
Collaborate with System Integrator Project Managers and Kenvue’s Site Deployment Leads to remove obstacles
Collect lessons learned and feed them into the MES governance continuous improvement process
Support regional change management efforts
Ensure sites meet quarterly spending commitments and provide regional actual spending data to the Global MES Finance Lead
Support collection, validation, and approval of MES project benefits, including periodic benefit evaluation cycles
Monitor and report regional Manufacturing Execution initiatives to detect duplicates or deviations from global strategy

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or similar
Minimum of 10 years of business experience with at least 5 years of leading projects in the supply chain or IT manufacturing space
Experience working with MES systems; AVEVA Model Driven MES experience is a plus
Excellent communication, motivation, team building, employee involvement, diplomacy, and delegating skills
Strategic planning and disruptive thinking
Agile and entrepreneurial mindset
Proven track record of dealing well with ambiguity, prioritizing needs, and delivering results in a dynamic environment
Ability to collaborate within and across companies, cultures, functions, and geographies to lead change and action
Strong experience in automation and engineering
Experience applying the latest digital technologies to advance a manufacturing site and the overall E2E Supply Chain
Specific project management documented training is desired; PMP certification is a plus
Fluency in French, Swedish, German, or Greek is desired
Experience working in a consumer goods or pharmaceutical supply chain environment is preferred
Experience in a global consultancy and corporate environment managing and coordinating large teams in a matrix organization is preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Total Rewards Package
Paid Company Holidays
Paid Vacation
Volunteer Time
Learning & Development Opportunities
Employee Resource Groups