IFP Product Developer MTT and H&F Wipes ASIA

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Role Overview & Primary Accountabilities:

We are currently seeking a highly motivated Product Developer to join the IFP Formulated Products & Compliance Team and will have the unique opportunity of being responsible for the entire end to end product development, including prototyping, process development, qualifications, claims and demos, supporting the innovation and renovation plans in the Moist Toilet Tissue and Hands & Face Wipes categories for ASIA.

We are looking for an individual who thrives in a multi-national and cross-functional environment and brings forward subject matter knowledge in the consumer formulated products space, as well as a solid understanding of relevant compliance & conformance requirements for regulated products. They will also have strong R&D project leadership capabilities, including solid communication & stakeholder management skills, collaboration & team working skills, driving for excellence and achieving results within required timeframes.

• Providing product, process and formulation expertise to the team as new products are developed or renovating current products in the realm of Moist Toilet Tissue and Hands & Face Wipes
• Influencing & partnering with IFP multi-functional teams to develop & deliver programs/projects that are consistent with our product strategies and leverage our competitive & consumer understanding to deliver against ABU needs
• Working closely with the IFP R&D Compliance team to ensure adherence to regional and local Quality, Product Safety and Regulatory requirements
• Leading initiatives to improve cost, quality, or converting performance in partnership with cross-functional Regulatory, Quality, and Product Supply teams.
• Leading qualification or commercialization activities for identified solutions with a working knowledge of external contract manufacturing and supplier qualification processes for Moist Toilet Tissue and Hands & Face Wipes
• Providing protection to technologies, processes, materials, and products through appropriate use of patents and trade secrets.
• Ensuring seamless handover to local teams to ensure an uninterrupted transfer of R&D project ownership through to launch, providing start-up support and ongoing consultation on any in-market follow-ups & support
• Identifying, leading and/or supporting product, material, or process projects

About You

You perform at the highest level possible, and you appreciate a performance culture fueled by authentic caring. You want to be part of a company actively dedicated to sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development. You love what you do, especially when the work you do makes a difference. At Kimberly-Clark, we’re constantly exploring new ideas on how, when, and where we can best achieve results.

To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications:

Essential Requirements

• A Bachelor’s or advanced degree in a related major scientific field or engineering discipline from an accredited college or university with significant experience in a variety of technical assignments in a professional R&D or engineering capacity
• Strong product design/development experience and proven ability to translate consumer needs into product ideas, and then developing & qualifying products from technical & consumer point of view
• Experience of providing R&D support to qualify new product start-ups & facilitate handover to Product Supply / External Contract Manufacturing
• Track record of strong R&D project leadership capabilities, including solid communication & stakeholder management skills, as well as collaboration & team working skills
• Demonstrated leadership in achieving results, process design and implementation, within required timeframes
• Experience with tissue/wipes technologies and formulated products, including converting, new product commercialization, and regulatory compliance, with keen understanding of product scale up in manufacturing environment is preferred

Location: Singapore

Total Benefits

Here are just a few of the benefits you’d enjoy working in this role for Kimberly-Clark. For a complete overview, see www.mykcbenefits.com.

Great support for good health with medical, dental, and vision coverage options with no waiting periods or pre-existing condition restrictions. Access to an on-site fitness center, occupational health nurse, and allowances for high-quality safety equipment.

Flexible Savings and spending accounts to maximize health care options and stretch dollars when caring for yourself or dependents.

Diverse income protection insurance options to protect yourself and your family in case of illness, injury, or other unexpected events.

Additional programs and support to continue your education, adopt a child, relocate, or even find temporary childcare.

To Be Considered
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