Supply Chain Development Program Associate I

Kimberly-Clark; Jenks (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Kimberly-Clark is launching a Supply Chain Development Program Associate role across a North America facility and Neenah, WI. The program offers three 12-month rotations in Manufacturing, Supply Planning, and Customer Logistics/Distribution, plus exposure to SAP, LEAN, and leadership development.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Supply Chain or related field, maintain a 3.0+ GPA, and are eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship. Relocation and up to 15% travel are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field.
• GPA 3.0/4.0 or higher preferred.
• Eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data; demonstrate ability to persuade and influence others.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills.
• Ability to relocate within the organization; travel up to 15%.

Responsibilities

• Three, 12-month rotations across key supply chain functions: Manufacturing, Supply Planning, Customer Logistics/Distribution or Procurement.
• Exposure to SAP, LEAN/Operational Excellence and related tools.
• Develop leadership capabilities and readiness for future Supply Chain leadership.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Problem solving

Data analysis

Project management

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field

Tools

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, 2026

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 candidate will be a self-starter and possess 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%