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Kimberly-Clark · 1 day ago

North America Procurement Specialist, Mill Services

Neenah, WI

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$70K/yr - $83K/yr

1+ years exp

Kimberly-Clark is a leading company known for its iconic brands, and they are seeking a North America Procurement Specialist for Mill Services. In this role, you will execute category strategies, manage supplier relationships, and support sourcing initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and drive continuous improvement.

ManufacturingProduct DesignWholesale

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Execute category strategy & implementation plan created by Regional Category Lead

Identify and manage relationships with regional suppliers

Support development of the Mill Services category strategy by providing input on market dynamics, supplier landscape, and business needs

Support execution of Mill Services sourcing events and cost/sourcing initiatives

Address any ad-hoc supply issues & risks escalated from the plants

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

Cultivate strong stakeholder relationships based on clear, concise group and personal communication

Identify hurdles and barriers to change, resolve where possible or escalate as appropriate

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

Qualification

ProcurementCategory managementAnalytical skillsProcess improvementProject managementBusiness acumenCommunication skillsProblem solvingCross functional collaboration

Required

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

Must be able to work onsite at the mill 3 days per week

Ability to travel up to 10% of the time

Preferred

A Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, engineering or related discipline is strongly preferred or a 3+ years experience in a similar role will be considered

1+ years of experience in Procurement, preferred experience in category management

Benefits

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.

Company

Kimberly-Clark

Glassdoor4.0

Kimberly-Clark ranked among the top 10 World's Best Multinational Workplaces by Great Places to Work Institute for the third year in a row.

Founded in 1872

Irving, Texas, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.careersatkc.com

H1B Sponsorship

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