Network Strategy and Design Lead (END-2) – 873858

Network Strategy and Design Lead (END-2)

## Job Description

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.

This position functions as an important part of the Enterprise Network Design function by providing strategic direction and work planning for enterprise-wide initiatives. The role is primarily responsible for leading program management of Enterprise Network Strategy and Design deliverables and partnering with the Network Design and Strategy Director in the development of strategic insights and recommendations for ELT-level Supply Chain decisions. Responsibilities include providing indirect leadership to a team of 5 Sr. Strategy Analysts and a range of ESC and Segment team members.

Responsibilities:

These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned.

– Develop and align critical parties/stakeholders to coordinated program management plans including objectives, deliverables, milestones, and resourcing
– Lead workstreams, execution plans, and cross functional resources to deliver per plan.
– Collaborate with senior leaders and working teams in the synthesis of analytics/benchmarking into E2E Supply Chain recommendations supporting Enterprise strategies
– Lead outline, creation, and alignment to report out and recommendation materials for range of audiences including ELT
– Co-create Network Design program and technology innovation pipeline
– Provide indirect leadership to Enterprise Network Design team and other members of the program teams ranging in levels and expertise
– Maintain close coordination with stakeholders, Workstream Leaders, and project managers/initiative owners to ensure effective execution and value delivery
– Create overall program performance visibility: identify, solve, and/or escalate potential roadblocks, late deliverables, resource needs, etc. to maintain program timeline and delivery
– Actively participate in workstream meetings and problem solves; act as a thought-leader and challenge team to think “full potential”

Competencies/ Skills and Requirements:

– Strong experience in a Supply Chain strategy or Supply Chain function role with background in data analytics
– Strategic thinking capabilities with ability to connect organizational goals with short-, mid-, and long-term recommendations action plans
– Ability to maintain working knowledge of and apply End-to-End supply chain design concepts
– Ability to work and lead through ambiguity
– Ability to manage programs and indirect teams in a matrixed environment
– Ability to lead, facilitate and manage change effectively
– Outstanding communication, presentation and leadership skills

Qualifications/Education/Experience Required

:

– B.S. in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related topics
– 5 years of experience working in a Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Strategy or Engineering role
– Experience transforming analytics into strategic insights and recommendations for executive-level decision making
– Experience in program management and indirect leadership of working teams of varying sizes / role levels
– Superb communication skills, written and verbal, utilizing a clear and concise manner across various levels of the organization
– Excellent judgment, interpersonal skills, cultural awareness and professional maturity with executive presentation experience, comfortable interacting with senior executive leadership
– Proficient in Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
– PowerBI or similar data visualization software experience preferred
– SAP experience preferred
– Advanced degree preferred

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, technical, or manufacturing] 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:

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 activel