Senior Manager Innovation & Scientific Communications

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 ground-breaking this role youll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU.

In this role you will:

At Kimberly-Clark were transforming how our iconic brands innovate to meet the needs of consumers around the world. The Sr. Manager Innovation and Scientific Communications will help shape and share the stories of that transformation elevating how our Research & Development (R&D) teams create the next generation of essential products that improve lives.

This role will develop and execute communications strategies that bring our science technology and innovation pipeline to life engaging employees building pride among R&D teams and enhancing Kimberly-Clarks reputation as a global innovation leader.

Youll work closely with senior leaders across R&D Brand and Corporate Communications to connect innovation to our business strategy and purpose making complex science accessible and inspiring to diverse audiences.

What Youll Do

• Develop and execute internal and external communications strategies that bring Kimberly-Clarks innovation priorities and scientific breakthroughs to life.
• Create compelling stories and content that showcase how our R&D teams technologies and innovation are driving growth and sustainability.
• Advise R&D leaders on communication strategies that build engagement foster innovation culture and support transformation initiatives.
• Translate complex technical information into accessible inspiring messages and multimedia content for internal and external audiences.
• Collaborate with enterprise communications and brand teams to ensure innovation stories are aligned and amplified across global channels.

Scope & Impact

• Supports the global R&D and Innovation organization which drives product packaging and sustainability innovation across all Kimberly-Clark brands and categories.
• Connects global R&D employees to the companys purpose strategy and transformation agenda through inspiring relevant communications.
• Strengthens Kimberly-Clarks reputation as a science- and technology-driven organization through clear credible storytelling.
• Partners closely with Corporate Affairs Brand Communications and R&D leadership to ensure innovation messages are consistent coordinated and visible across the enterprise.
• Plays a key role in shaping how employees customers and external stakeholders understand and value Kimberly-Clarks innovation leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement global internal and external communications strategies that highlight Kimberly-Clarks innovation priorities scientific capabilities and progress toward a more sustainable future.
• Identify and tell compelling stories that celebrate the people technologies and breakthroughs driving innovation across our categories.
• Serve as a trusted communications advisor to R&D leadership supporting visibility change management and engagement across global teams.
• Translate complex scientific and technical content into clear engaging narratives for use across internal channels media and thought leadership platforms.
• Partner with communications and brand teams to ensure consistency of messaging and amplification of innovation stories through enterprise and external channels.

About Us

Huggies. Kleenex. Cottonelle. Scott. Kotex. Poise. Depend. Kimberly-Clark Professional. You already know our legendary brandsand so does the rest of the 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:

• 5 years of experience in corporate technical or scientific communications preferably in the consumer-packaged goods or manufacturing industries.
• Bachelors degree or higher
• Strong writer and storyteller with the ability to translate complex scientific or engineering concepts into clear inspiring messages for diverse audiences.
• Strategic thinker who can align communications with business priorities and tailor approaches for senior leaders global teams and external partners.
• Collaborative team player who thrives in a matrixed global organization.
• Curious creative and passionate about science innovation and technology energized by helping others see their impact on the companys purpose and growth.

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

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 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 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.

Veterans and members of the Reserve and Guard are highly encouraged to apply.

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.

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