Director, Enterprise Value Stream - Competitive Strategy

Job Description

You’re not the person who will settle for just any role. Neither are we. Because we’re 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. At Kimberly-Clark, you’ll bring your professional expertise, talent, and drive to building and managing our portfolio of iconic, ground-breaking brands and take our future to the next level. In this role with K-C's procurement team, 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 drive competitive landscape assessment, benchmarking, and strategic planning to identify opportunities for end-to-end value stream. Reporting to the VP of Enterprise Value Stream, the incumbent will also be responsible for the overall value stream strategic planning process, building global connected data/analytics to identify opportunities and inform value stream strategy. Seeking a strategic thinker with strong leadership abilities, collaborative mind set, deep analytical skills, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for driving results.

Role Accountabilities

Competitive Assessment and Benchmarking

Establish process and routinely update competitive supply chain intelligence research on key parameters, competitor moves and overall value stream.Understand drivers of success among competition, key value enablers and comparative metrics – connecting ABU segment/sector market & competitive landscape, drivers & opportunities to inform our strategies & priorities.Link external intelligence benchmarks to our internal value chain and performance metrics (products and process) to drive towards top quartile performance.Articulate the value proposition of our competitive strategy and influence resource allocation and investment decisions.

Value Stream Strategic planning

Detail advantaged actions and initiatives that can set up value chain for cost efficiency, deliver target cost savings and drive consumer value.Translate business / enterprise strategy and objectives to value stream requirements.Coordinate with capital teams for sufficiency planning, and ensure strong capital efficiency (improve ROIC)Develop strong commercial partnership and deep understanding of customers and consumers.

Value Stream Optimization

Champion and facilitate the connected strategy and framework development for Personal Care, Family Care, ECM and Professional including the associated mfg. technology process and Segment/ ABU connection with the Enterprise Value ChainSupport & conduct value stream analysis, generate insights by collaborating & building global connected data & reports (business partner with DTS as an example)Enable value stream current state: strategic state analysis with connected data & analytics to inform step change performance end-to-end at the enterprise & segment levels by sector & platform.

About You  

You’re driven to 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. 

To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications: 

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations Management, or related field; Advanced degree / MBA preferredProficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Power BI; Supply Chain Management systems.Proficient in manufacturing asset technologies, 4-wall set up, PPI, commodities, and global logistics with strong understanding of lean principles, six sigma methodologies, and other process improvement techniques.10+ years of experience in value stream, operations management – specifically in CPG, B2B industry with proven track record of driving process improvements.10+ years of experience in highly analytical roles, including Corporate Strategy, Management Consulting, and/or Insights and Analytics roleDirect experience at a CPG or retailer leading Supply Strategy definition and analytics.Experienced in building high-performing teams that develop strong partnerships with stakeholders and encourage professional growth.Proven experience in Competitive Strategy and Supply Chain ManagementExperience in end-to-end innovation cycles, product design, DtV, and international markets required; Consulting experience preferredELT and board level communications (storytelling and structuring) and interpersonal skills.Analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.Change management experience, with a track record of driving successful change initiatives.Results-oriented with a focus on delivering measurable business outcomes.Occasional global travel may be required to support the business (up to 25%).

Total Benefits

Here are a few of the benefits you’d enjoy. For a complete overview, see www.mykcbenefits.com.

Great support for good health with medical, dental, and vision coverage options. 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.

Hybrid Work Arrangements: You’re looking to make a difference. When and where it works best for you. And 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 work (hybrid) 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.

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, check out the careers website. You’ll want to review this and come prepared with relevant questions if, and when you pass GO and begin interviewing.

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 866-444-4516 – when prompted for employee ID, say “OTHER CALLER” - or kcchrprod@service-now.com 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. 

 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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Primary LocationUSA-GA-Atlanta-Roswell

Additional LocationsUnited Kingdom- Flexible Location - South East England, Walton Oaks

Worker TypeEmployee

Worker Sub-TypeRegular

Time TypeFull time