Technical Automation Lead - Blue Yonder WMS

Kimberlyclark; United States; Remote; USD 116,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Profit sharing

Bonus eligibility

Remote work

Job summary

Kimberly-Clark is seeking a Warehouse Automation Project Lead to design and rollout distribution network automation, focusing on how warehouse management systems support safe, reliable operations. You will plan projects, design systems and processes, support go-live, and help teams adopt changes to improve performance.

The role requires coordinating projects from requirements through implementation, tracking schedules and risks, collaborating with operations and vendors, and leading training and

Qualifications

• Engineering degree and at least five years of related experience, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience with warehouse management systems, distribution, or automation is strongly desired.
• Ability to analyze complex data, identify root causes, and spot improvement opportunities.
• Strong written and verbal communication, ownership, and collaboration skills.
• Familiarity with analytical tools such as SQL, Tableau, Access, or SAS, or willingness to learn them.
• Ability to travel more than 50% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate automation projects from requirements and functional design through implementation and operational readiness.
• Track schedules, risks, decisions, and action items to keep project work aligned with objectives.
• Work with operations, supply chain teams, and vendors to connect system development with real distribution center processes.
• Support implementation, go-live, startup, and performance ramp-up with operational expertise.
• Lead training and change management so teams can use new warehouse systems and processes effectively.
• Use warehouse management and automation capabilities to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance.

Skills

Data analysis

Project coordination

Communication

Collaboration

Travel willingness

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

SQL

Tableau

Access

SAS

Job description

Role overview

Lead the design and rollout of warehouse automation across a distribution network, with a focus on how warehouse management systems support safe, reliable operations. The role spans project planning, system and process design, go-live support, and helping teams adopt changes and improve performance.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate automation projects from requirements and functional design through implementation and operational readiness.
• Track schedules, risks, decisions, and action items to keep project work aligned with objectives.
• Work with operations, supply chain teams, and vendors to connect system development with real distribution center processes.
• Support implementation, go-live, startup, and performance ramp-up with operational expertise.
• Lead training and change management so teams can use new warehouse systems and processes effectively.
• Use warehouse management and automation capabilities to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance.

Requirements

• Engineering degree and at least five years of related experience, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience with warehouse management systems, distribution, or automation is strongly desired.
• Ability to analyze complex data, identify root causes, and spot improvement opportunities.
• Strong written and verbal communication, ownership, and collaboration skills.
• Familiarity with analytical tools such as SQL, Tableau, Access, or SAS, or willingness to learn them.
• Ability to travel more than 50% of the time.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with distribution center layouts and material flow, or CAD experience.
• Broad supply chain knowledge across manufacturing, transportation, procurement, and customer operations.
• Experience applying Lean or continuous improvement methods.

Benefits and work setup

• Full-time remote role based in the United States; candidates must already be authorized to work in the country. Relocation support is not offered.
• Base salary range: $116,380–$143,740 for US locations, with target bonus eligibility and benefits including a 401(k) and profit-sharing plan. Pay depends on location, skills, experience, and other factors.