Senior Associate Brand Manager - Scott Towels

Kimberly-Clark Corporation; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 116,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work model

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Kimberly-Clark seeks a Senior Associate Brand Manager for Scott Towels to own in‑year business planning and marketing execution, balancing strategy with hands‑on delivery. You’ll lead initiatives, translate brand strategy, and drive distribution, packaging, and shopper insights across cross‑functional teams in a fast‑moving consumer goods environment.

The role reports to Marketing Director and collaborates with insights, sales, R&D, and supply teams; Chicago location, hybrid work model, and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Marketing/Business related field.
• 3+ years previous business experience.
• Previous marketing internship or full‑time experience at a Fortune 500 CPG company.
• Familiarity with brand development planning, innovation, and creative ideation processes.
• Experience developing digital marketing strategy and activation plans to deliver effective personalization.
• Strong analytical knowledge with ability to drive to solutions.
• Ability to influence and deliver compelling communication.
• Demonstrated positive energy to effectively represent brand internally and externally.
• Must be self‑driven, not deadline driven.
• Experience working with cross‑functional groups (e.g. finance, sales, operations, planning).

Responsibilities

• Provide project and/or marketing leadership on key initiatives to help sustainably grow the brand’s marketplace position (e.g. new product launches, pricing initiatives, etc.)
• Execute annual ABP and marketing plans that deliver financial objectives and align with brand strategies.
• Actively participate in the execution of brand commercial programs.
• Analyze consumer data, market share and sales reports to understand brand performance, product health and to track progress against marketing initiatives and return on investment analysis for marketing program.
• Create compelling stories and make sound recommendations about the brand, competitive, category, customer or consumer trends to enhance the brand’s equity and market performance.
• Lead translation of brand strategy, consumer/retailer segmentation and marketplace trends into executable DPSM guidance to the organization.
• Develop and implement distribution, packaging, shelving and merchandising strategies and plans.
• Use business acumen in conjunction with marketing competency to influence and lead projects cross‑functionally.
• Engage strategic customer teams to collaboratively build growth plans.
• Identify and develop relevant consumer and/or shopper insights.
• Collaborate across categories, to identify and proactively drive efficient brand building.
• Actively conduct both basic and in‑depth analysis to identify problems, find trends, develop hypothesis, and drive the organization towards decisions to strengthen the brand’s plan.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Marketing/Business related field

Job description

Senior Associate Brand Manager – Scott® Towels

Job Description

Join the team behind iconic brands like Huggies®, Kleenex®, Cottonelle®, Scott®, Kotex®, Poise®, Depend®, and Kimberly‑Clark Professional®. At Kimberly‑Clark, it’s all here for you—innovation, growth, and the chance to make a real impact. 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. Scott® Towels is entering an exciting new phase as we integrate Scott® Paper Towels and Scott Shop® Towels into a holistic business, accelerating growth with the clear ambition of leaning into our Scott® heritage to be the #1 value paper towel and #1 shop towel brands in the mega‑category! Backed by sharpened brand strategies, winning products, strengthened positioning, and increased investment, Scott® Towels is delivering strong momentum today while scaling for long‑term growth into 2027 and beyond. As a Senior Associate Brand Manager, you have a talent for recognizing trends and aiming for bigger goals, and an active interest in keeping up with market needs, and your organization’s competitive standing. This role is accountable for in‑year business planning and marketing execution for the for the Scott® Towels brand in the United States, balancing strategic thinking with hands‑on execution and operating with high ownership to lead key initiatives. This role reports to the Marketing Director and takes work direction from the Brand Manager, and collaborates with insights & analytics, customer development, packaging, sales planning, Research & Development, and product supply teams.

Job responsibilities

• Provide project and/or marketing leadership on key initiatives to help sustainably grow the brand’s marketplace position (e.g. new product launches, pricing initiatives, etc.)
• Execute annual ABP and marketing plans that deliver financial objectives and align with brand strategies.
• Actively participate in the execution of brand commercial programs.
• Analyze consumer data, market share and sales reports to understand brand performance, product health and to track progress against marketing initiatives and return on investment analysis for marketing program.
• Create compelling stories and make sound recommendations about the brand, competitive, category, customer or consumer trends to enhance the brand’s equity and market performance.
• Lead translation of brand strategy, consumer/retailer segmentation and marketplace trends into executable DPSM guidance to the organization.
• Develop and implement distribution, packaging, shelving and merchandising strategies and plans.
• Use business acumen in conjunction with marketing competency to influence and lead projects cross‑functionally.
• Engage strategic customer teams to collaboratively build growth plans.
• Identify and develop relevant consumer and/or shopper insights.
• Collaborate across categories, to identify and proactively drive efficient brand building.
• Actively conduct both basic and in‑depth analysis to identify problems, find trends, develop hypothesis, and drive the organization towards decisions to strengthen the brand’s plan.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Marketing/Business related field.
• 3+ years previous business experience.
• Previous marketing internship or full‑time experience at a Fortune 500 CPG company.
• Familiarity with brand development planning, innovation, and creative ideation processes.
• Experience developing digital marketing strategy and activation plans to deliver effective personalization.
• Strong analytical knowledge with ability to drive to solutions.
• Ability to influence and deliver compelling communication.
• Demonstrated positive energy to effectively represent brand internally and externally.
• Must be self‑driven, not deadline driven.
• Experience working with cross‑functional groups (e.g. finance, sales, operations, planning).

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA/Master’s degree or higher.
• Brand Management or Digital Marketing experience.

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.
• 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.

Employment and Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

Job Classification and Compensation

#LI-Hybrid Grade 9 - grade level and / or compensation may vary based on location/country

Salary Range: 116,380 – 143,740 USD

At Kimberly‑Clark, pay is just one aspect of our total rewards package, which also includes a variety of benefits and opportunities to achieve, thrive and grow. Along with base pay, this position offers eligibility for a target bonus and a comprehensive benefits suite, including our 401(k) and Profit Sharing plan. The anticipated base pay range for this role is provided above for a fully qualified hire. Actual pay will depend on several factors, such as location, role, skills, performance, and experience. Please note that the stated pay range applies to US locations only.

Location & Employment Type

• Primary Location Chicago Commercial Center
• Additional Locations
• Worker Type Employee
• Worker Sub‑Type Regular Time
• Type Full time

Fueled by ingenuity, creativity, and an understanding of people’s most essential needs, we’re working to find new ways to make a positive impact on the world we share. Kimberly‑Clark and its trusted brands, including Huggies, Kleenex, Scott, Kotex, Cottonelle, Poise, Depend, Andrex, Pull‑Ups, GoodNites, Intimus, Neve, Plenitud, Sweety, Softex, Viva and WypAll, are an indispensable part of life for people in more than 175 countries by helping individuals experience more of what’s important to them. We use sustainable practices that support a healthy planet, build stronger communities, and ensure our business thrives for decades to come. To learn more about the company's 150‑year history of innovation, visit kimberly‑clark.com.