Technical Automation Lead - Blue Yonder WMS

Kimberly-Clark; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Kimberly-Clark is seeking a Supply Chain professional to lead the design, development, and deployment of distribution center automation across the network. You will manage cross-functional projects, collaborate with vendors, and ensure readiness for go-live while driving performance improvements.

The role emphasizes analytical problem-solving, ownership, and strong communication to support safe, compliant, and cost-effective operations. Travel of 50% is required as part of the role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Supply Chain or equivalent experience.
• Experience with WMS, distribution and/or automation is highly desirable.
• Ability to use analytical tools such as SQL, Tableau, Access and SAS.
• Strong communication skills and ownership mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and implementation of distribution center automation systems across the network.
• Manage project execution, timelines, risks, and readiness.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and vendors to align design, systems development, and processes with objectives.
• Provide supply chain expertise to support system implementation, go-live activities, startup, and ramp-up.
• Lead training, change management, and adoption of new warehouse automation systems.
• Leverage WMS and automation systems to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Travel availability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Supply Chain

Tools

SQL

Tableau

Microsoft Access

SAS

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 were made to create Better Care for a Better World. As a person, you’re a problem-solver – a connector – someone who thrives on creating order from complexity and driving continuous improvement. You see the big picture while mastering the details, ensuring that every product, process, and partnership flows with precision and purpose. You live your life in alignment with the highest values of integrity, efficiency, and collaboration, always working to turn today’s challenges into tomorrow’s success stories. In this role, you’ll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU.

In one of our Supply Chain roles, you’ll focus on winning with consumers and the market, while putting safety, mutual respect, and human dignity at the center. Job responsibilities include:

• Leading the design, development, and implementation of Distribution Center automation systems and processes across the network.
• Managing project execution, including timelines, risks, action items, system requirements, and operational readiness.
• Partnering with cross-functional teams and vendors to align functional design, systems development, and operational processes with project objectives.
• Providing Supply Chain and Operations expertise to support system implementation, go-live activities, startup, and performance ramp-up.
• Leading operational training, change management, and adoption of new warehouse automation systems and processes.
• Leveraging warehouse management and automation systems, including Blue Yonder WMS, to improve distribution center operations and achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.

To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications:

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Supply Chain with 5+ years of related experience, or equivalent relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• Prior WMS, distribution and/or automation experience highly desired.
• Knowledge of or willingness/ability to learn analytical tools such as: SQL, Tableau, Microsoft Access, and SAS.
• Ability to analyze complex data and identify root causes or areas of opportunity
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, especially around complex topics
• Enthusiasm for new challenges and an ability to take clear ownership of responsibilities
• Ability to collaborate with and leverage diverse resources to achieve results
• Must be able to travel 50+% of the time

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with distribution center layout and flow and/or CAD experience also desirable for this position.
• Broad supply-chain systems and functional knowledge including supply chain, manufacturing operations, transportation, procurement and customer solutions.
• Ability to apply CI/Lean principles towards continuous improvement of a process.

Led by Purpose. Driven by You.

Here are just a few of the benefits you’d enjoy working in this role for Kimberly-Clark. For a complete overview, see www.mykcbenefits.com.

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.

And finally, the fine print….

For Kimberly-Clark to grow and prosper, we must be an inclusive organization that applies the diverse experiences and passions of its team members to brands that make life better for people all around the world, which is why we seek to build a workforce that encompassesthe experiences of our consumers.When you bring your original thinking to Kimberly-Clark, you fuel the continued success of our enterprise. 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.

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.

Veterans and members of the Reserve and Guard are highly encouraged to apply.

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