Supply Chain Productivity Lead

Kimberly-Clark Corporation; Australia; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work model

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Arbex in North Sydney is seeking an experienced Productivity Lead to drive the ANZ Supply Chain productivity and value creation agenda across Planning, Procurement, Logistics, Inventory and Operations.

You will lead cross‑functional projects from concept to implementation, build robust business cases with ROI analysis, monitor outcomes, and partner with Finance to realise benefits while delivering sustained improvements for billions of people worldwide.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Engineering or related field.
• Significant experience in Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, Continuous Improvement or Transformation.
• Proven track record delivering productivity, cost reduction and value creation.
• Strong financial analysis and ROI modelling skills.
• Experience leading cross‑functional transformation projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the Supply Chain productivity strategy and multi‑year value creation pipeline.
• Identify, evaluate and prioritise cost reduction and operational improvement opportunities across end‑to‑end Supply Chain.
• Build robust business cases including ROI analysis, investment requirements, risk assessments and savings forecasts.
• Lead strategic productivity and transformation projects from opportunity identification through to implementation and benefits realisation.
• Partner with Finance to validate savings opportunities and ensure benefits are accurately realised.
• Monitor and report on productivity performance, project delivery, financial outcomes, risks and opportunities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma and problem‑solving methodologies.
• Develop dashboards, KPIs and reporting tools to provide visibility of productivity performance.
• Influence and collaborate with cross‑functional stakeholders to deliver sustainable business outcomes.
• Establish governance frameworks to ensure projects are managed effectively and aligned to business objectives.

Skills

Strategic planning

Financial analysis

Stakeholder mgmt

Project leadership

Cross-functional teamwork

Executive reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM/Business/Finance/Engineering

Tools

Power BI

Job description

Become part of the team powering household names like Kleenex®, Cottonelle®, Scott®, Viva®, and WypAll®. At Arbex, everything you need is right here-innovation, growth, and the chance to leave a real mark. Settling for just any role isn't you, and it isn't us either. Being Unstoppable Together calls for a particular kind of person and teams who genuinely care about making a difference. Here, you'll channel your professional expertise, talent, and drive into building and managing a portfolio of iconic, ground-breaking brands. In this role, you'll help shape the future of tissue and hygiene for billions of people worldwide.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Productivity Lead to drive the ANZ Supply Chain productivity and value creation agenda across Planning, Procurement, Logistics, Inventory and Operations. This role will be responsible for identifying, prioritising and delivering strategic initiatives that improve profitability, reduce costs, enhance service performance and increase operational efficiency. Working closely with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Finance and Commercial teams, you will lead cross‑functional projects from concept through to implementation and benefits realisation. This is a highly visible role that requires strong financial acumen, project leadership capability and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.

• Develop and manage the Supply Chain productivity strategy and multi‑year value creation pipeline.
• Identify, evaluate and prioritise cost reduction and operational improvement opportunities across the end-to-end Supply Chain.
• Build robust business cases including ROI analysis, investment requirements, risk assessments and savings forecasts.
• Lead strategic productivity and transformation projects from opportunity identification through to implementation and benefits realisation.
• Partner with Finance to validate savings opportunities and ensure benefits are accurately realised.
• Monitor and report on productivity performance, project delivery, financial outcomes, risks and opportunities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma and structured problem‑solving methodologies.
• Develop dashboards, KPIs and reporting tools to provide visibility of productivity performance.
• Influence and collaborate with cross‑functional stakeholders to deliver sustainable business outcomes.
• Establish governance frameworks to ensure projects are managed effectively and aligned to business objectives.

About You

In one of our professional roles, you'll focus on winning with consumers and the market, while putting safety, mutual respect, and human dignity at the centre.

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Engineering or a related discipline.
• Significant experience within Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, Continuous Improvement, Consulting or Transformation environments.
• Proven track record delivering productivity, cost reduction and value creation initiatives.
• Strong financial analysis and business case development skills, including ROI modelling and benefit realisation.
• Experience managing productivity pipelines, savings governance and benefit tracking frameworks.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex transformation projects and cross‑functional teams from concept through to implementation.
• Advanced analytical, stakeholder management and communication skills, including executive-level reporting.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Experience within FMCG, manufacturing, finance, or other complex supply chain environments.
• Lean, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement and/or Project Management qualifications.
• Advanced capability in data analytics, dashboarding and business intelligence tools such as Power BI.

Total Benefits

We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we're committed to providing them with the resources they need to be successful. If you're looking for a rewarding career with a company that cares about its employees, then ARBEX is the place for you.

Flex that Works at ARBEX

We believe great work happens when people come together with purpose. That's why we offer a flexible work model that blends remote work with intentional in-person collaboration - helping you connect, grow, and innovate while maintaining the balance you value.

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 local policies. This role is available for local candidates already authorized to work in the role’s country only. ARBEX will not provide relocation support for this role.

Primary Location: North Sydney Office

Additional Locations:

Worker Type: Employee

Worker Sub‑Type: Regular Time Type Full time

Thank you for your interest in Arbex. Backed by the power of over 100 years of legacy brands, we are the world’s next leading producer of consumer goods. When it comes to product development, we go beyond everyday needs to anticipate what life will require in the future-while keeping innovation, sustainability, and consumers at the core of every decision. From fibre to shelf, and beyond, we act with intention at every step of the way.

Because scale isn’t measured by size, it’s determined by positive impact. And that's how we deliver what the world needs next.