Platform Lead Wipers

Job Description

You were made to do this work: exploring uncharted questions engineering innovative solutions advancing scientific understanding and constantly pushing the boundaries of whats possible. You want to be part ofa performance culture dedicated to solving real-world problems with purpose and precision. You want to work in an environment that promotes sustainability inclusion wellbeing and career this role youll help us shape the future and improve lives for billions of people around the world.

It starts with YOU.

As the Platform Lead you will report to the Kimberly-Clark Professional Value Stream Leader and support the Professional Wipers end-to-end Value Streams strategic planning cross-functional collaboration and continuous improvement efforts to enhance efficiency cost quality and innovation across the product lifecycle. The role acts as the principal partner to the Professional Wipers GM and leadership team for supply chain and value stream opportunities issues and activities.

In this role you will:

• Partner closely with the Professional Wipers Business and R&D teams to develop and deliver the overall Strategic Business Plan and Annual Business Plan

• Drive critical KPIs to manage VS effectiveness including cost quality delivery customer satisfaction

• Work closely with business leaders and Supply Chain functional leaders to improve the overall Professional Wipers Value Stream delivery

• Develop and implement the Professional Wipers Value Stream multi-year sourcing and supply strategy to meet the needs of strategic business plans and unlock growth while ensuring business continuity and negotiation leverage

• Own Professional Wipers cost transformation to ensure in-year delivery and out-year pipeline development

• Bring the outside in ensure competitive understanding industry benchmarks and global internal capabilities

• The incumbent facilitates supply chain direction and consulting on a wide array of operational issues bringing significant depth and breadth of experience. This position serves as liaison between mill operations and staff functions and the businesses. He/she would also typically lead development of a major strategic element of the GAP closure plan as well as have responsibility for supply chain points of view/counsel for an assigned category team.

• Influence the development of sector strategies and plans so that NA Tissues strategic roadmap translates into feasible Supply Chain plans.

• Lead programs to improve product performance quality and production processes consistent with the business strategy.

• Be the communication conduit between the mills operating teams and category teams regarding strategies plans and issues.

• Influence and coordinate the long-term manufacturing and converting facility plans.

• Provide leadership to ensure the organization attracts develops and retains the best people and fosters an environment which motivates a diverse team to fully use its capabilities in achieving desired business results.

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 R&D 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 Supply Chain Mgt Logistics Engineering or related field

• At least 10 years experience working in Manufacturing Operations or Supply Chain with at least 8 years working/application experience.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in data-driven decision-making

• Change management experience (i.e. implementing new skills or participation in implementing cultural change).

• Proven success working in and leading multifunctional teams.

• Practical experience with Lean Six Sigma and other continuous improvement methodologies

• Demonstrated organization project management and communication skills.

• Willingness to travel up to 25% for on-site assessments and collaboration

Preferred Experiences:

• Experience with tissue manufacturing and converting technology established network within the Kimberly-Clark Professional network.

• Experience in end-to-end innovation cycles

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.

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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.

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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