R&D Specialist, R&D Data, PLM – Digital Capabilities

The Clorox Company

. Lead R&D and Supply Chain PLM cross-functional scoping sessions for new product setup and product changes .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $61,800 - $135,800 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Product Data Management and PLM, with a strong focus on data quality, governance, and change management. Capable of leading cross-functional teams and driving process improvements in a regulated manufacturing environment.

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Product Data ManagementPLM System ExperienceChange ManagementUAT and System ImplementationsCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Data GovernanceChange ControlData Quality StandardsProcess ImprovementData AnalysisRequirements DevelopmentSystem ConfigurationUser ManagementData Migration TestingPackaging Development

Soft Skills

Critical ThinkingAnalytical AbilitiesCommunication SkillsStakeholder InfluenceIndependent Execution

Tools & Technologies

PLM SystemsPPM SystemsBusiness Process ToolsData Reporting ToolsTraining Materials Development

Industry Keywords

Consumer GoodsRegulated ManufacturingNew Product DevelopmentProduct Change ManagementDigital Transformation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead R&D and Supply Chain PLM cross-functional scoping sessions for new product setup and product changes
Conduct change impact assessments and determine optimal PLM setup based on project requirements, system integrations, manufacturing, and retailer needs
Create, update, and maintain Clorox product data
Ensure effective change control, data governance, data quality standards, and consistent team ways of working
Manage and resolve MBOM exceptions with Supply Chain and Manufacturing teams
Identify system-related process gaps and lead development, execution, and continuous improvement of business processes
Drive successful process adoption across the business
Design and develop product and project data reports using multiple systems and data sources
Identify and implement enhancements for current production systems
Participate in designing and developing new systems and capabilities
Design and execute UAT, regression testing, and data migration testing
Drive successful user adoption
Develop and maintain system training materials, job aids, and process documentation
Support system users through training and troubleshooting of system, product data, and process issues
Conduct business system administration, including user management, periodic user access reviews, and system configuration
Perform additional responsibilities supporting the R&D Data & Digital Capabilities team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a data-oriented or science field
3–7 years of experience in product data management, PLM, or related digital capabilities within consumer goods or a regulated manufacturing environment
Strong critical thinking and analytical abilities
Ability to evaluate complex data, processes, and impacts on business systems and operations
Strong cross-functional collaboration, communication, and stakeholder influence skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and execute work independently
Passion for data quality and data governance
PLM and PPM (Project and Portfolio Management) system experience preferred
Packaging development expertise preferred
Experience in new product development and product change management preferred
Strong knowledge of change management and change control preferred
Experience with requirements development, UAT, system implementations, and digital transformation preferred
Ability to provide effective end-user support and training preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Robust health plans
Market-leading 401(k) program with a company match
Flexible time off benefits, including half-day summer Fridays depending on location
Inclusive fertility/adoption benefits
Incentive plan participation, subject to applicable plan documents and policies
Relocation assistance to CA may be possible