Senior Manager, Enterprise Value Stream Competitive Strategy
Senior Manager, Enterprise Value Stream Competitive Strategy
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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 ground-breaking brands. In this role youll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU.
Kimberly-Clark is looking for an ambitious self-driven and talented individual to drive competitive landscape assessment benchmarking and strategic planning to identify opportunities for end-to-end value stream. Reporting to the Director of EVS Competitive Strategy the incumbent will be responsible for value stream strategic planning process building global connected data/analytics to identify opportunities and inform one tissue value stream strategy. The Senior Manager is expected to independently partner with the values stream teams (commercial R&D and supply chain) in competitive strategy development projects across a range of situations including full value stream strategies for select categories as well as functional specific strategies playbooks and plans. Seeking a strategic thinker with strong leadership abilities collaborative mindset deep analytical skills exceptional communication skills and a passion for driving results.
In this role you:
Competitive Assessment and Benchmarking:
- Establish the process and routinely update competitive supply chain intelligence research on key parameters competitor moves and overall value stream for assigned categories and platforms
- Create and maintain competitive profiles for key competitors (financials footprint key investments/divestments etc.)
- Understand drivers of success among competition key value enablers and comparative metrics connecting ABU segment/sector market & competitive landscape drivers & opportunities to inform our strategies & priorities.
- Analyze quantitative and qualitative sources of competitive intelligence including conducting expert interviews as needed
- Direct and directly execute data analysis for delivery of strategic projects including financial modeling and insight analysis on large complex data sets
- Lead external TDC benchmarking efforts to proactively generate competitive insights at a cadenced frequency.
- Connect the dots with sister competitive functions in commercial and R&D organizations for an end-to-end view
- Articulate the value proposition of our competitive strategy and influence resource allocation and investment decisions.
Value Stream Strategic planning:
- Detail advantaged actions and initiatives that can set up value chain for cost efficiency deliver target cost savings and drive consumer value.
- Translate business / enterprise strategy and objectives to value stream requirements.
- Coordinate with capital teams for sufficiency planning and ensure strong capital efficiency (improve ROIC)
- Develop strong commercial partnership and deep understanding of customers and consumers.
Value Stream Optimization:
- Champion and facilitate the connected strategy and framework development for Personal Care and Tissue
- Own thought leadership for problem definition project scoping analytical approach and work planning
- Support fact base development as part of personal care and tissue value stream assessments
Functional Skills:
- Written and Verbal Communication: Excellent communication and presentation skills including strong PowerPoint / deck-writing skills; capable of catering a message appropriately for a given audience
- Structured Problem Solving: Brings structure to ambiguous problems and possesses the ability to frame key questions and develop a workplan to answer them.
- Analytical and Quantitative: Strong analytical and quantitative skills and the ability to independently generate strategic insights.
- Financial Analyses: Ability to analyze P&L trends and diagnose issues articulate financial impact of findings/recommendations to senior leadership
- Data Visualization: Strong technical acumen and proficiency in advanced PowerPoint data visualizations (e.g. Mekko charts) to succinctly highlight trends and key insights
- Business Judgment: Possesses insight and understanding in dealing with risks and opportunities in business that is likely to lead to favorable outcomes.
- Project Management: Ability to scope projects manage teams deliver results against set expectations timelines and budgets etc.
- Consumer (CPG and Retail) Industry Knowledge: Knowledge of key competitive players dynamics and trends key industry analyses and metrics etc.
- Influence and Stakeholder Management: Ability to manage and influence senior-level stakeholders
- Change Management: Capable of understanding organizational dynamics individual incentives and barriers to change to implement new ways of working in line with business priorities
- Knowledge and Enthusiasm for K-C: Knowledge of the K-C organization brands metrics etc.; enthusiastic about the potential strategic options facing Kimberly-Clark.
- Agile and Versatile: Demonstrated track record of success working in a fast-paced setting.
About Us
Huggies. Kleenex. Cottonelle. Scott. Kotex. Poise. Depend. Kimberly-Clark Professional. You already know our legendary brandsand so does the rest of the world. In fact millions of people use Kimberly-Clark products every day. We know these amazing Kimberly-Clark products wouldnt exist without talented professionals like you.
At Kimberly-Clark 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 Kimberly-Clark.
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 Kimberly-Clark 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 analytical discipline like Engineering Supply Chain Economics or related field
- 5 years of experience in highly analytical roles including Corporate Strategy Management Consulting Business Analysis and/or Insights and Analytics roles
- Proven experience in competitive strategy with direct experience at a CPG (Tissue or Personal Care) or retailer
- Occasional global travel may be required to support projects as needed (up to 25%)
Preferred Qualifications
- 2 years of consulting experience with one of the blue-chip strategy consulting firms or comparable strategy consulting firm / function.
Total Benefits
Here are just a few of the benefits youd enjoy working in this role for Kimberly-Clark. For a complete overview see .
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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And finally the fine print.
For Kimberly-Clark 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 which is why we seek to build a workforce that encompassesthe experiences of our you bring your original thinking to Kimberly-Clark 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 required for this position.
Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests which may include drug screening background check and DMV check.
Kimberly-Clark will support in-country relocation for the chosen candidate for the role. The benefits provided will be per the terms of Kimberly-Clarks applicable mobility benefits/policy provided will be decided at Kimberly-Clarks sole discretion.
Salary Range:USDAt Kimberly-Clark 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 Profit Sharing 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.Primary Location
Roswell Building 300Additional Locations
Chicago Commercial Center Dallas World Headquarters USA-WI-NeenahWorker Type
EmployeeWorker Sub-Type
RegularTime Type
Full timeRequired Experience:
Senior Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
