Supply Chain Development Program Associate I

Kimberly-Clark; Beech Island (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Kimberly-Clark is launching its Supply Chain Development Program (SCDP) for new graduates. The program features three 12-month rotations in Manufacturing, Supply Planning and Customer Logistics/Distribution, plus exposure to SAP, LEAN and operational excellence.

You will develop leadership, data analysis and collaboration skills to become a future SCM leader. Participants will relocate within the organization, travel up to 15%, and gain direct experience across core supply chain functions with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field required.
• Strong data analysis and interpretation skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Willingness to relocate within the organization and travel up to 15%.

Responsibilities

• Participate in three 12-month rotations across Manufacturing, Supply Planning, Customer Logistics/Distribution, and Procurement.
• Develop leadership capabilities and exposure to processes, tools and best practices.
• Analyze data to derive insights and recommendations for SCM improvements.
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving, prioritization and project management abilities.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication

Problem solving

Leadership

Project management

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field

Tools

SAP

LEAN/Operational Excellence

Microsoft Office

Job description

SUPPLY CHAIN DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (SCDP) - SUPPLY CHAIN DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM ASSOCIATE

Work Type: Full-time

Locations: At a K-C North America Manufacturing Facility (12 months) and Neenah, WI (for 24 months)

Start Date: May 31, 2027

The Supply Chain Development Program (SCDP) is designed to be a very fast paced, accelerated program with a depth and breadth of experiences, exposure, education and development. Supply Chain capabilities will be developed through cross-functional development rotations that will aid in developing Supply Chain Professionals of the future.

During the program, recent college graduates will gain experiences in the key supply chain functions through three, 12-month rotations. The Supply Chain Development Program will provide direct experience in three of our four key supply chain functions of Manufacturing, Supply Planning, Customer Logistics/ Distribution and Procurement as well as leadership development and exposure to processes, procedures and tools while also being exposed to the following areas:

Safety - Manufacturing

Quality - Transportation

SAP - LEAN/Operational Excellence

These experiences will prepare the associate for a role within our Supply Chain organization. The ideal candidatewill be a self-starterandpossess a natural curiosity and ability to lead, strong communication and collaboration skills, problem-solving skills, project management skills, ability to prioritize and mange competing priorities,an ability to analyze data to derive insights and recommendations and who ultimately wants to be a future Supply Chain Leader.

Requirements:

In one of our internship roles, you’ll focus on winning with consumers and the market, while putting safety, mutual respect, and human dignity at the center. To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree with a concentration in Supply Chain or related field
• Strong academic performance; Minimum 3.0 out of 4.0 overall GPA is preferred
• Eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data; Demonstrated ability to persuade and influence others
• Strong Microsoft Office skills
• Ability and desire to relocate within the organization; Ability to travel up to 15%