Global Chemicals Procurement Senior Specialist (Creative Design)
Global Chemicals Procurement Senior Specialist
Job Description
As a person, you're a learner – a natural leader – someone who is always taking initiative to make things better and bring others along with you. You live your life in alignment with the highest values of integrity and quality, always ensuring your responsibilities become a long-term success story. In this role, you'll 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 join our Global Chemicals Procurement team. You will make a difference by supporting global category strategy and associated execution activities in support of the strategy to achieve results in the sense of business continuity, cost productivity, working capital, sustainability and innovation & growth. You will work as a central SME to support "bring the outside in - market and category knowledge", supplier development, and overall supplier management processes, including managing the entire contract life cycle from request for proposal (RFP) to supplier exit. In addition, you will work closely with segment category leads, business units and cross-functional teams to achieve strategic sourcing objectives for Chemicals.
In this role you will:
Support the development and execution of the global Chemicals category strategy collecting input from relevant Segment/ABU procurement and supply chain leaders, conducting analyses on market trends and synergies between segments and sub-categories, understanding the needs of business partners across geographies
Execute category strategy & implementation plan/roadmap created by Global Category Leader
Project manage cross-regional sourcing events and category initiatives
Support sourcing events, working with Agile Squads
Manage global supplier relationships, escalate and resolve supplier continuity issues, etc. working closely with Global Category Lead and Segment Category Leads
Serve as a BAU analytics resource (e.g., support analysis on supplier landscape and market dynamics), working as an SME with Amplified Commodity team
Manage, track, and report on category cost, sourcing initiatives & results
Support in the creation and maintenance of category knowledge and processes to ensure the category strategies are informed, relevant and up to date
Monitor supplier performance indicators and initiate supplier reviews as required or in accordance with agreed programs to drive improvement and reduce risk across the enterprise
Build trust and credibility with suppliers by demonstrating integrity, commitment and results orientation to drive and deliver results
Maintain an effective business relationship with all suppliers and stakeholders based on clear, concise group and personal communication
Segment-agnostic category support role; reports into Global Category Lead
About Us
Huggies®. Kleenex®. Cottonelle®. Scott®. Kotex®. Poise®. Depend®. Kimberly-Clark Professional®. You already know our legendary brands—and 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 wouldn't exist without talented professionals, like you.
At Kimberly-Clark, you'll be part of the best team committed to driving innovation, growth and impact. We're founded on more than 150 years of market leadership, and we're always looking for new and better ways to perform – so there's your open door of opportunity. It's 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, we're constantly exploring new ideas on how, when, and where we can best achieve results. When you join our team, you'll 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, you'll 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:
Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited institution in business, supply chain or related discipline
5+ years of experience in Procurement, preferred experience in category management
Intellectually curious, strong analytical skills
Experiences in Sourcing Strategy Development (Industry (Chemicals) / Supply Intelligence and Spend & Cost Analysis)
Business acumen, excellent communication skills (both written and oral) able to communicate up and across the organization, cross functional collaboration & influencing, project management, analytical, problem solving, Functional and Technical awareness, Manage Vision and Purpose
Strong Excel & Power BI skills
Ability to work independently in a heavily matrixed organization
Ability to travel up to 25% of the time (Domestic U.S.)
Total Benefits
Here are just a few of the benefits you'd enjoy working in this role for Kimberly-Clark. For a complete overview, see www.mykcbenefits.com.
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. We actively seek to build a workforce that reflects the experiences of our consumers. When 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 candidates already authorized to work in the role's country only. Kimberly-Clark will support in-country relocation for the chosen candidate for the role. The benefits provided will be per the terms of Kimberly-Clark's applicable mobility policies. The benefits/policy provided will be decided at Kimberly-Clark's sole discretion.
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Salary Range: 105,740 – 130,620 USD
At 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
Neenah - West R&E OfficeWorker Type
EmployeeWorker Sub-Type
RegularTime Type
Full time