Senior Procurement Specialist - Packaging - Neenah, WI

Senior Procurement Specialist - Packaging - Neenah, WI

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Kimberly-Clark (K-C) is looking for an ambitious, self-driven and talented individual to join our Global Procurement Packaging team. You will make a difference by assisting in the development of category strategies and leading local execution activities in support of K-C North America and K-C Professional businesses to achieve variable cost productivity, working capital, and business financial goals. You will lead the supplier selection, 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 the global procurement category leader, business units and cross-functional teams to achieve strategic sourcing objectives for the commodity.

Provide input into global category strategy based on market dynamics, supplier landscape, and business needs

Lead execution of North America strategy & implementation plan

Execute regional sourcing events, working with Agile Squads

Support and/or lead execution of category strategic initiatives

Coordinate with regional business stakeholders on category needs and strategy (e.g., collect business requirements)

Manage region-specific supplier relationships, escalate and resolve region-specific supplier continuity issues, etc.

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 regional enterprise

Ensure compliance to K-C Policies and internal controls

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

The successful candidate will join the Global Procurement team and report to the Global Corrugate Category Leader.

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 Business acumen, excellent communication skills (both written and oral) able to communicate up and across the organization, cross functional collaboration & influencing, functional and technical awareness Strong project management, process improvement, analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to work independently in a heavily matrixed organization. Ability to travel up to 25% of the time

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. Salary Range: 105,740 130,620 USD