Global R&D Manager North America Position Available In Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Global R D Manager North America Who We Are Essity is a global leader in health and hygiene headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, with a North American headquarters located in Philadelphia, PA. We are a multi-billion-dollar company with a purpose to break barriers to well-being for the benefit of consumers, patients, care givers, and customers across the globe. We do this through innovations in our Professional Hygiene, Consumer Goods, and Health & Medical business units that provide hygiene and health solutions to over a billion people every day worldwide. Working at Essity is more than a career, it is where you will play your part in a better future, to improve well-being for people and have opportunities to drive positive change for society and the environment. As an employee at Essity, you will belong to a global team where you feel valued, are safe, supported to grow and challenged to generate business results in a friendly and open atmosphere. About the Role Essity is looking for an experienced Manager responsible for North America Personal Care R D. The Global R D Manger, Nort America is a part of the Global Marketing & Innovation organization, and will be managing a team situated in Philadelphia responsible for Material, Product, Pack development and Lab evaluations. They will be the key contact for all North America projects, ensuring projects are properly resourced, utilizing own team and the Global competence and secure that the NA R D team is contributing to the global strategies. The ideal candidate should/could live in Philadelphia, PA. We’re looking for people who embody our values, collaborate in an effective way and aren’t afraid to challenge, innovate, experiment, and move at a fast pace. We’re always looking for ways to improve our products and ourselves. If this is you, we’d love to talk. What You Will Do Develop and prove product and pack solutions that build on consumer insights, key brand features and design elements according to North America Roadmap. In collaboration with the Global organization, secure resources and competences to support innovation projects and/or other agreed activities, such as quality and cost save projects. Lead and develop a team of Material Development Managers, Product Developers, Pack Developers and Lab Engineer’s. Ensure alignment with and influence Business Unit roadmap, GMI Innovation Strategies, Technology strategy, and manufacturing approach. Plan and lead the work for assigned area within set frames and budget. Proactively monitor and maintain performance and delivery standards based on internal customer requirements. Keep abreast of developments, procedures and practices within own area to ensure that appropriate methods and tools are adopted and implemented. Who You Are Bachelors degree required 5+ years of experience as ideally with R D or manufacturing background. An inspiring and pragmatic leader with the ability to set direction for the team. First people management experience is an advantage Proven ability to drive engagement, collaborate with and influence multiple stakeholders, to achieve results in a matrix organization. Experience working in international environment is beneficial. Track record of managing diverse interests across different organizations to achieve optimal results from a total company perspective. What We Can Offer You At Essity, we believe every career is as unique as the individual and empower employees to reach their full potential in a winning culture motivated by a powerful purpose.

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Expected Compensation Competitive annual salary + annual incentive bonus + benefits Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors such as knowledge, skills, and experience. Along with competitive pay you will be eligible for the following benefits: United Healthcare PPO / EyeMed Vision Insurance / Delta Dental Insurance Wellness program provided through Rally Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 401(k) with employer match and annual employer base contribution Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance PTO offering with Paid Holidays Scholarship program for children of Essity employees. . Additional Information The Company is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process please contact EssityHRNorthAmerica@essity.com Together, we are improving lives, every day Working at Essity is not just a career; it is a chance to directly make the world a healthier, more hygienic and safer place. With impactful innovations coupled with sustainable solutions, we strive to reach more people every year with the necessary and essential solutions for well-being.

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Essity254146 Essity is a leading global hygiene and health company. Our expertise began with the acquisition of the Swedish company Mölnlycke in 1975, through which our roots stretch back to 1849. Today, our sustainable innovations from globally trusted brands, designed for everybody and every body, care for the well-being of 1 billion people in 150 countries every day. Working at Essity is not just a career but a chance to make the world healthier, safer, and more hygienic. We innovate for good to break barriers and contribute to shaping a healthier future. At Essity, we have a people-first approach where every career is as unique as the individual. We empower employees to excel together and reach their full potential through a winning culture driven by a powerful purpose. Our performance-orientated environment motivates employees to think differently and embrace challenges so we can continue improving lives, every day through better hygiene and health. We provide a sustainable work-life based on flexibility for both employees and employers. We are committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in everything we do. It is the key to our success in creating an inclusive, collaborative, and caring company culture where you can be you with us. Our purpose of Breaking Barriers to Well-being, enables customers and consumers to lead fuller lives at all stages of life. Our leading global brands include TENA and Tork, and other strong brands such as Actimove, Cutimed, JOBST, Knix, Leukoplast, Libero, Libresse, Lotus, Modibodi, Nosotras, Saba, Tempo, TOM Organic and Zewa are sold in 150 countries. I In 2024, Essity had net sales of approximately SEK 146bn (EUR 13bn) and employed 36,000 people. We are headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden and Essity is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. If you want to join a company where dedication to people is powered by innovation, welcome to Essity!