Procurement Senior Specialist - Global Procurement Direct Sourcing

Kimberly-Clark; Neenah (WI); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work model

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Kimberly-Clark in Neenah, WI is seeking a procurement professional to lead Direct Materials category strategies and drive supplier partnerships.

You will manage cross-regional sourcing events, collaborate with Agile teams, and support contract management to ensure compliant, cost-effective results.

The role emphasizes sustainability, risk management, and building trusted relationships across the business, with a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in business, supply chain, engineering or related discipline.
• 3+ years of experience in procurement, preferred experience in category management.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and oral) with the ability to communicate vertically and horizontally throughout the organization.
• Cross functional collaboration & influencing, project management, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Support development and execution of the global Direct Materials category strategy.
• Project manage cross-regional sourcing events and category initiatives.
• Co-lead sourcing events, working with Agile squads.
• Manage supplier relationships and resolve continuity issues.
• Support Contract Management activities for existing and new contracts.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive risk reduction.
• Build relationships with business partners to enable compliant delivery.

Skills

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Independent work

Travel up to 25%

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

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. Here, you’ll bring your professional expertise, talent, and drive to building and managing our portfolio of iconic, ground-breaking brands. In this role, you’ll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU.

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 center. Job responsibilities include:

• Support the development and execution of the global category strategy for Direct Materials, collecting input from Global Category Managers, conducting analyses on market trends, negotiations, etc.
• Project manage cross-regional sourcing events and category initiatives.
• Co-lead sourcing events, working with Agile squads.
• Manage supplier relationships, escalate, and resolve supplier continuity issues, etc.
• Serve as a BAU analytics resource (e.g., support analysis on supplier landscape and market dynamics).
• Manage, track, and report on category cost, sourcing initiatives & results.
• Support Contract Management activities for existing and new contracts across key categories of expenditure to ensure we operate in a controlled and compliant way.
• 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 enterprise.
• Develop and maintain close and cooperative relationships with key business partners enabling the efficient and compliant delivery of key activities.
• Build trust and credibility with suppliers by demonstrating integrity, commitment and results orientation to drive and deliver results.
• Foster innovation, be the supplier’s first contact to capture ideas and accelerate deployment internally.
• Encourage sustainable procurement practices by focusing on environmentally responsible flexible packaging solutions and ensuring supplier compliance with sustainability objectives.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in business, supply chain, engineering or related discipline.
• 3+ years of experience in procurement, preferred experience in category management.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and oral) with the ability to communicate vertically and horizontally throughout the organization.
• Cross functional collaboration & influencing, project management, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in a heavily matrixed organization.
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.

Led by Purpose. Driven by You.

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 Kimberly-Clark is the place for you.

Here are just a few of the benefits you’d enjoy working in this role for Kimberly-Clark. For a complete overview, see www.mykcbenefits.com

Flex That Works at Kimberly-Clark

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.

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, which is why we seek to build a workforce that encompassesthe 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 local policies.

Employment is subject to verification of pre‑screening tests which may include drug screening, background check, and DMV check.

Veterans and members of the Reserve and Guard are highly encouraged to apply.

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

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