Global Procurement, KCNA Capital Equipment, Sr. Specialist

3 weeks ago


Neenah, United States Kimberly-Clark Full time

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.

In this role, you will:

  • Coordinate with business stakeholders on Capital Equipment needs and strategy (e.g., collect business requirements)
  • Set global strategy for focus category with annual spend of $100-$200 million
  • Provide input to global equipment, mega-category strategy based on market dynamics, supplier landscape, business needs within focus category
  • Drive execution of category strategy & implementation plan
  • Lead equipment sourcing events
  • Lead execution of category strategic initiatives
  • Manage supplier relationships, escalate, and resolve supplier continuity issues, etc.
  • Serve as analytics resource (e.g., support analysis on supplier landscape and market dynamics)
  • Manage, track, and report on category cost savings, sourcing initiatives and results
  • Support 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 regional 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

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 from an accredited institution in engineering, business, supply chain or related discipline; MBA preferred
  • 7+ years of experience in Engineering, Procurement, Project Management, Manufacturing or similar; category management experience preferred
  • Intellectually curious, strong analytical skills
  • Strong business acumen
  • Excellent communication skills (Both written and oral) with ability to communicate up and across the organization
  • Ability to collaborate and influence cross-functionally and upwards
  • Project management, problem solving, functional and technical awareness
  • Ability to work independently in a heavily matrixed, global organization
  • Ability to travel up to 25% of the time

Total Benefits

Here are just a few of the benefits youd 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.

Additional information about the compensation and benefits for this role are available upon request. You may contact when prompted for employee ID, say OTHER CALLER - or for assistance. You must include the six-digit Job # with your request.

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

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