Director - North America Innovation Capabilities
Director - North America Innovation Capabilities
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$ 181250 - 234250
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Job Description
Job Description
Youre not the person who will settle for just any role. Neither are we. Because were out to create Better Care for a Better World and that takes a certain kind of person and teams who care about making a difference. Here youll bring your professional expertise talent and drive to building and managing our portfolio of iconic groundbreaking brands. In this role youll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU.
Lead and further develop the current capabilities of the NA R&D Innovation Capabilities team to support teams across categories (Baby and Child Care Adult and Feminine Care Family Care and Professional products). Our capabilities include physical testing human subject testing digital systems and tool activation innovation testing and experimental facilities. The vision for this team is to expand the reach and influence of this organization to establish it as a strong innovation partner focused on advancing relevant innovation capabilities in support of the KCNA innovation agenda.
In this role you will:
Lead all activities related to analytical compliance testing physical testing human subject testing digital systems and tools activation and innovation testing across KimberlyClark North America
Support development and execution of KimberlyClark North Americas overall innovation pipeline through testing deployment. Monitor and make visible progress against corporate business goals. Identify and recommend solutions to further progress against these goals (improved cycle times efficiency etc) visible.
Bring a strategic and compelling vision for the future while developing and implementing the systems tools and processes necessary to build new organizational innovation capabilities
Lead the Family Care Pilot Developmental facility (Xmill) while broadening facility capability inline with future innovation plans.
Drive increased use of open innovation through increased connection and collaboration with external partners and BU innovation teams.
Drive use of data analytic capabilities to build predictive models to enable virtual screening of products and materials.
Lead activation of Digital Systems and tools strategy for KCNA R&D regional teams
About Us
Huggies. Kleenex. Cottonelle. Scott. Kotex. Poise. Depend. KimberlyClark Professional. You already know our legendary brandsand so does the rest of the world. In fact millions of people use KimberlyClark products every day. We know these amazing KimberlyClark products wouldnt exist without talented professionals like you.
At KimberlyClark youll be part of the best team committed to driving innovation growth and impact. Were founded on more than 150 years of market leadership and were always looking for new and better ways to perform so theres your open door of opportunity. Its all here for you at KimberlyClark.
Led by Purpose. Driven by You.
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 KimberlyClark were constantly exploring new ideas on how when and where we can best achieve results. When you join our team youll experience Flex That Works: flexible (hybrid) work arrangements that empower you to have purposeful time in the office and partner with your leader to make flexibility work for both you and the business.
In one of our professional roles youll focus on winning with consumers and the market while putting safety mutual respect and human dignity at the center. To succeed in this role you will need the following qualifications:
Bachelors Degree in Engineering or related scientific discipline is required.
10 years of team leader and general management experience working within a technical or R&D environment.
Prior experience leading in a handson lab and pilot environment.
Prior experience with analytical testing data science test methods etc.
Demonstrated experience in scientific research product/process development technology development or related fields.
Proven collaboration skills and entrepreneurial mindset viewed as a leader.
Strong vision and transformation skills; ability to challenge the status quo.
Experience in building strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to collaborate across business units and regions to establish priority.
Ability to travel 1520%.
Total Benefits
Here are just a few of the benefits youd enjoy working in this role for KimberlyClark. For a complete overview see .
Great support for good health with medical dental and vision coverage options with no waiting periods or preexisting condition restrictions. Access to an onsite fitness center occupational health nurse and allowances for highquality 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
Click the Apply button and complete the online application process. A member of our recruiting team will review your application and follow up if you seem like a great fit for this role.
In the meantime please check out the careers website.
And finally the fine print.
For KimberlyClark to grow and prosper we must be an inclusive organization that applies the diverse experiences and passions of its team members to brands that make life better for people all around the world. We actively seek to build a workforce that reflects the experiences of our consumers. When you bring your original thinking to KimberlyClark you fuel the continued success of our enterprise. We are a committed equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity age pregnancy genetic information citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by law.
The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties responsibilities and skills for this position.
Employment is subject to verification of prescreening tests which may include drug screening background check and DMV check.
Veterans and members of the Reserve and Guard are highly encouraged to apply.
Salary Range: $181250 $234250 USD
At KimberlyClark pay is just one aspect of our total rewards package which also includes a variety of benefits and opportunities to achieve thrive and grow. Along with base pay this position offers eligibility for a target bonus and a comprehensive benefits suite including our 401(k) and ProfitSharing plan. The anticipated base pay range for this role is provided above for a fully qualified hire. Actual pay will depend on several factors such as location role skills performance and experience. Please note that the stated pay range applies to US locations only.
KimberlyClark will support incountry relocation for the chosen candidate for the role. The benefits provided will be per the terms of KimberlyClarks applicable mobility benefits/policy provided will be decided at KimberlyClarks sole discretion.
Primary Location
Neenah West R&E OfficeAdditional Locations
Roswell Building 400Worker Type
EmployeeWorker SubType
RegularTime Type
Full timeRequired Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
