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.
Kimberly-Clark is looking for an ambitious self-driven and talented individual to drive analysis and insights for end-to-end value stream activities. Reporting to the Associate Director of Enterprise Manufacturing and Logistics the Associate Finance Manager is expected to independently partner with values stream teams (commercial R&D and supply chain) to provide financial business and strategic analysis and insights. 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 will:
Conduct value stream analysis integrating inputs across commercial manufacturing logistics procurement and R&E to optimize total delivered cost and operational efficiency.
Develop standardized ways of working and tools to rapidly provide views of total delivered cost including raw materials conversion spend distribution cost etc.
Integrate data sources and apply assumption-based modeling and scenario building to navigate ambiguity and drive actionable insights.
Conduct unbiased financial modeling supporting Enterprise objectives and outcomes supporting senior leadership with clear financial guidance.
Assist with ad hoc requests from the Enterprise Value Stream leadership teams
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
Business Judgment: Possesses insight and understanding in dealing with risks and opportunities in business that is likely to lead to favorable outcomes.
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 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 Finance Economics or a related field (MBA CPA preferred)
Minimum 5 years prior financial experience supporting supply chain and / or business unit operations
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in data-driven decision-making
Experience working and influencing in a matrix organization
SAP PowerBI Anaplan exposure
Collaborative team player ability to work with teams across geographies functions and cultures.
Strong communication skills and ability to influence senior leaders
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.
Veterans and members of the Reserve and Guard are highly encouraged to apply.
This role is available for local candidates already authorized to work in the roles country only. Kimberly-Clark will not provide relocation support for this role.
This is a Grade 10 position in the US. Grades may vary by location.
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