Strategic Production Planner: Demand, Scheduling & Efficiency

Kimberly-Clark; Neenah (AL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Kimberly-Clark in Neenah, WI is seeking a Production Planner to help ensure on-time, cost-effective material delivery through weekly demand reviews and tactical scheduling. You will manage master data, machine schedules, and inventory strategies while leveraging data to track KPIs and drive continuous improvement across the supply chain.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 2+ years of supply chain experience, with strong Excel skills and the ability to collaborate with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics/Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
• 2+ years’ experience in supply chain.
• Adept analytical skills with large data sets and complex spreadsheets.
• Risk Management: manage risks effectively.
• Ability to view the supply chain from upstream to downstream with short and long-term planning.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build trusted relationships.

Responsibilities

• Support the Sales & Operations Execution process through weekly demand reviews and tactical machine scheduling to ensure on-time, cost-effective material delivery.
• Manage master data, machine schedules, and inventory strategies to maximize efficiency and meet customer service targets.
• Leverage technology and data to track KPIs, identify improvement opportunities, and support weekly S&OE control tower reviews.
• Support the S&OP process through demand reviews, capacity planning, forecasting, and monthly forums.
• Lead or support sourcing strategies and material forecasting to mitigate supply risks and align stakeholders across the value chain.
• Represent Nonwovens Staff Planning on commercialization initiatives, manage material transitions, and drive logistics and process improvements to reduce waste and streamline operations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel

Communication

Risk management

Supply chain end-to-end view

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics/Supply Chain or related field

Tools

SAP ECC

APO PPDS

Kinaxis Rapid Response

Job description

Kimberly-Clark in Neenah, WI is seeking a Production Planner to help ensure on-time, cost-effective material delivery through weekly demand reviews and tactical scheduling. You will manage master data, machine schedules, and inventory strategies while leveraging data to track KPIs and drive continuous improvement across the supply chain.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 2+ years of supply chain experience, with strong Excel skills and the ability to collaborate with