Kimberly-Clark · 12 hours ago
Senior Procurement Specialist - Marketing & Advertising
Neenah, WI
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$106K/yr - $131K/yr
5+ years expKimberly-Clark is a leading company dedicated to creating better care for a better world. They are seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist to develop category strategies and manage supplier relationships within the North America Marketing Services team, ensuring high levels of service and data quality.
ManufacturingProduct DesignWholesale
Responsibilities
Execute category strategy & implementation plan created by Regional Category Lead
Manage local supplier relationships within focus area (e.g., sub-category, cluster / country)
Provide input to regional category strategy based on market dynamics, supplier landscape, business needs within focus area
Support regional sourcing events, working with Agile Squads
Support 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
Lead execution of global category strategic initiatives in region
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
Build trust and credibility with suppliers by demonstrating integrity, commitment, and results orientation to drive and deliver results
Manage regional supplier contracts, develop relationship management strategies driving collaboration, Supplier Relationship Management and / or other engagement programs
Identify hurdles and barriers to change, resolve where possible or escalate as appropriate
Ensure compliance to K-C Policies and internal controls
Maintain an effective business relationship with all suppliers and stakeholders based on clear, concise group and personal communication
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree or higher in business, supply chain or related discipline
5+ years of experience in Procurement, preferred experience in category management
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 project management, process improvement, analytical and problem-solving skills
Identify and maintain a continued professional development plan focused on personal development aspirations and company goals
The role supports North America, and the candidate should be prepared to travel to engage with stakeholders and suppliers as required to fulfill the role
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
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.
10001+ employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
Craig Stephen Slavtcheff
Chief R&D Officer
John Carmichael
President, North America
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