Product Data Manager

SC JOHNSON IS A FIFTH-GENERATION FAMILY COMPANY BUILT ON THE SPIRIT OF OUR PEOPLE. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building iconic brands that win the hearts and minds of consumers – such as Raid®, Glade®, Ziploc® and more, in virtually every country around the world. Together, we are creating a better future – for the planet, for future generations and for every SCJ team member. Join our winning team of Wave Makers and Go Getters and help us write the next chapter in the SCJ story.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As the Product Data Manager, you, will lead a team of data professionals to execute data management processes and governance globally. You will serve as a global support for business functions for a variety of data management processes. Additionally, you will manage product instruction handbook assembly for third-party manufacturers. You are expected to evolve & adapt quickly in the next year as the company modernizes our digital capabilities and tools.  This role will be expected to help lead this evolution for the company and for the teams she/he manages.  

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Business Relationship:

• Support SCJ line of businesses (Global Consumer Brands, Lifestyles, & Professional) to win in the marketplace by executing efficient and effective processes for data management

• Build and maintain partnerships with business stakeholders for the purpose of:

  • Educate and guide teams on standards and data management principles

  • Continually improving data processes

  • Training the business on execution and adoption of data processes and changes

  • Drive efficiencies in both data processes as well as adjacent processes by synergizing with functional stakeholders

  • Develop and deliver metrics to stakeholders

  • Integrate and connect data processes to the end-to-end product development framework

  • Evaluate and expand the services provided to the business to release functional capacity for more value-added activities

Data Processes:

• Deliver a consistent stream of continuous improvements for all data processes in scope using agile and lean six sigma methodology (OPEX).

• Ensuring that data is accurate, consistent, and reliable across the organization

• Establish and maintain a sustainable foundation which ensures the process is fully adopted, controlled, and supported by a high performing team, including the business

• Lead portions of SCJ digitization initiatives by adapting the team to new processes, automation, data tools and systems

• Promote data governance best practices & standards by ensuring SCJ policy and compliance will be followed.

• Run the continuous improvement framework for data processes.

People Management:

• Manage and lead a team of SCJ product data professionals and contractors.

• Enhance team capability to improve speed and quality of the service provided to the business with process improvement, data integrity mindsets and changes adoption

• Providing guidance and training to employees on data management best practices

• Support organization change management initiatives and adoption

• Manage contractual agreements with managed service provider of contractor workforce

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING

• Minimum of 5+ years data experience and 7+ years total business experience

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant degree

• 2+ year of experience leading/managing a team

PREFERRED EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS

• Strong ability to interact effectively and influence at all levels of the organization

• MBA or MS preferred

• Demonstrated process improvement capability / certification (OPEX, Lean, Six Sigma) preferred

• Expert and evangelist for the paradigm shift to “data as an asset”

• Strong oral and written communication skills

• Strong customer service mindset

• Strong continuous improvement mindset

• Business functional experience

• Experience in root cause analysis and other analytic techniques

• Experience with breakthrough projects, terminology, and methodology

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Full time

• Minium 10% travel

• Ability to sit, stand, and lift up to 25lbs

• Remote work is available once a week for eligible employees

• The position is eligible for domestic relocation

BENEFITS AND PERKS

SC Johnson’s total compensation packages are at or above industry levels. In addition to salary, total packages may include bonuses, long-term incentives, matching 401(k) contributions and profit sharing based on company profitability, job level and years of service. As a family company, we’re committed to providing benefits such as subsidized health care plans, maternity/paternity/adoption leave, flexible work arrangements, vacation purchase options, recreation and fitness centers, childcare, counseling services and more.

Inclusion & Diversity

We’re a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age and ability. We recognize the breadth of human experience, and we work to celebrate it. It is our goal to build a diverse, inclusive and supportive work environment where all people can thrive.

We’re committed to ongoing efforts that help us attract, hire, and retain diverse talent who want to build a positive, inclusive environment. Read more about our ongoing initiatives at https://jobs.scjohnson.com/inclusion.

Better Together

At SC Johnson, we strive to create a positive, inclusive and unique workplace. We strongly believe SCJ people are able to achieve their best when they can collaborate and work together in person.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The policy of the Company is to ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, gender identity, gender expression, disability, citizenship, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in any active or reserve component of the U.S. or state military forces, genetic history or information or any other category protected by law.

Accommodation Requests

If you are an individual with a disability and you need an accommodation or other assistance during the application process, please call our Human Resources department at 262-260-3343 or email your request to SCJHR@scj.com. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Download the EEO is the Law poster for more information.