Global Direct Materials Associate Director

Role Overview

Join the team behind iconic brands like Huggies, Kleenex, and Kimberly-Clark Professional. As a Global Direct Materials Associate Director, you'll help deliver better care for billions of people around the world. You'll be part of Kimberly-Clark's International Family Care and Professional (IFP) business, which is forming a strategic partnership with Suzano to create a world-class international tissue and professional products company.

What You Will Do

Lead a global team of 7 Procurement professionals responsible for all direct spend across all accountable business units. Drive all Cost and Cash targets for the Direct category globally. Develop and manage global supplier relationships, identify and manage execution of strategic category initiatives, and manage cross-regional executive-level engagement with business stakeholders.

Why It Might Be a Fit

You'll need to be a problem-solver, connector, and leader who thrives on creating order from complexity and driving continuous improvement. You'll need to have a strong track record of achievement and growth in leadership, preferably in a CPG company, and excellent communication skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution in business, supply chain or other related discipline
• At least 10+ years of experience in broader procurement, supply chain or product supply roles
• Technical knowledge of contract negotiation strategies and global contracting nuances
• Strong skills and experience with diagnosing and resolving complex issues and identifying transformational opportunities
• Excellent communication skills (both written and oral) and ability to communicate across multiple levels of the organization
• Understanding and ability to work on a global scale with ability to influence across cultural boundaries
• Demonstrated record of delivering proven business results through collaboration, influence and partnership with key category managers and key stakeholders
• Highly strategic, strong problem-solving, innovation & communication skills
• General working knowledge of COUPA, MS Office, and other relevant procurement tools and systems

Benefits

• Market-leading pension contribution
• Bonus scheme
• Flexible Savings and spending accounts
• Private Medical Insurance
• Diverse income protection insurance options
• Additional programs and support for education, adoption, relocation, and childcare