Global MES Solution Architect Manager

Kenvue is currently recruiting for a:

Global MES Solution Architect Manager

What we do

At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent.

Who We Are

Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated. We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage – and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future–and yours.

Role reports to:

Automation and Integration Lead

Location:

Latin America, Brazil, Sao Paulo, Sao Jose dos Campos

Work Location:

Hybrid

What you will do

The Solution Architect Manager is accountable for defining, governing, and evolving the Global Manufacturing Execution System (MES) solution architecture while actively contributing to the development and implementation of the solution.

The role serves as the bridge between business requirements, solution design, and technical implementation, ensuring alignment with Kenvue's global manufacturing digitization strategy.

Additionally, this position is expected to remain hands-on and actively participate in configuration, development, troubleshooting, and technical leadership activities.

This position will be based out of our location in São José dos Campos, Brazil or in India.

Key Responsibilities

Solution Architecture

Own and evolve Kenvue Global MES architecture based on the AVEVA MES solution stack

Define architecture standards, design principles, and reusable patterns

Ensure consistency across sites, applications, integrations, and deployments

Evaluate new requirements and assess impact on the overall solution landscape

Drive architectural decisions and technical governance

Hands-On Development & Technical Leadership

Actively participate in MES configuration and development activities

Develop proof-of-concepts and complex solution components

Support resolution of critical technical issues and production incidents

Perform design and code reviews

Define development standards and best practices

Coach and mentor internal and external developers

Product & Template Ownership

Contribute to the evolution of the Global MES Template

Ensure scalability, maintainability, and reusability of the solution

Support rollout and deployment activities

Lead technical discussions regarding new capabilities and enhancements

Vendor & Partner Management

Provide technical leadership to development and architecture teams consist of internal and external (System Integrator) resources

Review and challenge solution proposals from external partners

Facilitate engagement with AVEVA product teams, R&D, and support organizations when required

Ensure external resources follow Kenvue architecture and development standards

Delivery Leadership

Collaborate with Business Analysts to shape FDS, then own the creation of SDS, technical designs, and implementation approaches, ensuring requirements are translated into scalable and executable development solutions

Break down functional requirements into detailed technical work packages, development stories, and implementation tasks

Ensure consistent interpretation of requirements across development teams

Contribute to sprint planning and technical prioritization

Knowledge Development

Build and maintain MES expertise within Kenvue

Create and maintain architecture documentation

Drive knowledge transfer from suppliers to internal teams

Support development of long-term internal capabilities

What we are looking for

Required Skills & Experience

Technical

Proven strong hands-on experience with AVEVA MES and AVEVA Work Tasks

Strong knowledge and experience integrating AVEVA MES with L2 (System Platform)

Experience designing, developing, configuring, and supporting MES solutions in manufacturing environments

Strong understanding of ISA-95 and manufacturing execution processes

Advanced SQL scripting skills, including troubleshooting, performance optimization, stored procedures, and data analysis

Strong JavaScript development skills for MES forms customization and application development

Experience working with Azure DevOps / GitHub-based development lifecycle, including backlog management, sprint execution, CI/CD concepts, and release management

Experience with MES integrations, APIs, database interfaces, and enterprise systems

Ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues across application, integration, and database layers

Leadership

Ability to lead technical teams without direct management authority

Strong stakeholder management skills

Ability to challenge suppliers and drive technical decisions

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

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