Procurement Systems Project Manager at Kimberly-Clark Corporation in neenah, Wisconsin

Job Description:

Procurement Systems Project Manager

Job Description

You express yourself in a way that moves people to connect with your ideas

You speak and write in a way that resonates with your audience, and one of your secrets is empathy. You connect with people, and that allows you to speak to their needs and core interests. You’re perceived as being open and straightforward, so important in encouraging a harmonious work environment. What’s more, you listen empathetically. Please communicate with us today!

Position Summary:

This unique role within KCNA Procurement drives the integration of a full suite of systems. You will become the subject matter expert of requisitions, purchase orders and integration into SAP and Cloud based solutions. You will manage and own large, complex projects across broad areas of business, often involving multiple stakeholders including Procure-to-Pay End-to-End Process. You will also provide strategy development and deployment through expert guidance with a full range of project management tools, problem solving tools, analytical thinking, systems knowledge, and process development.

Organization:

• Reports to the Systems Team Leader within the Strategies and Capabilities team in KCNA Procurement.




• Customers: requisitioners, procurement operations, category managers, IT.

Current Scope

• Manages projects across multiple functions, 3+ months in duration.




• Supports NA P2P & KCNA Procurement Ops & System Support strategic initiatives/projects.




• Procurement subject matter expert for all PO transmission types (PO, POA, PO Change and ASN) and various cloud-based systems.

Expectations:

• Act as the technical subject matter expert for KCNA procurement systems, such as SAP, EDI, and various cloud-based solutions.




• Support end users (both internal and external to KC) to ensure that they can use the systems appropriately.




• Work with suppliers to onboard them onto appropriate purchase order document transmission methods




• Work with the IT organization to ensure ongoing support of procurement systems.




• Own, lead and manage projects through the project life cycle including initiate, plan, design, organize, resource, execute, implement, monitor, control, evaluate, and close.




• Lead and deliver on a multi-disciplined project.




• Provide strategy development and deployment through expert guidance with a full range of problem-solving tools, thinking, systems, and processes.




• Complex problem solving and creative solution implementation.




• Change management and communication responsibilities.




• Successfully influence a diverse group of stakeholders.

Success here is a team effort

We have a powerful way of reaching decisions and goals: We get together and collaborate. If you have ideas to share, and would enjoy brainstorming with other bright minds, jump in!

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Supply Chain, Business, or related discipline.




• 8-10+ years of supply chain or business-related experience and/or cross-functional experience.




• Experience with SAP, varying systems based on business need (e.g. SAP, Ariba, and other 3rd Party Platforms, etc.)




• Experience establishing networks and building relationships.




• Proven ability to manage medium- to large-scale projects.




• Ability to effectively organize, plan, control, and communicate.




• Demonstrated success influencing a large, diverse group of stakeholders.




• Ability to embrace change and facilitate different perspectives to drive solutions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Project Management Certification (i.e. PMP, PMI).




• Experience with CI/Lean methodology, including Simple Problem Solving and other tools such as process mapping, process improvement, A3, Kaizen events, etc.).




• Demonstrated ability to analyze large sets of data and provide data-driven recommendations.

Every organization says they’re open to new ideas. But how many actually are?

When organizations tout their openness to new ideas, many applicants take it with two grains of salt. But if you look at who we are and what we’ve accomplished, you’ll see that we really mean it! There is no better opportunity than ours to give you professional openings of all kinds if you have new perspectives to share. Learn what we can do to propel your professional goals forward. Get in touch!

Kimberly-Clark makes the essentials for a better life with well-known brands that matter every day – at home, school, work and on the go. Throughout our 148 years, we have challenged conventional wisdom to innovate products that better meet the needs of consumers. We have created new categories with top brands like Kleenex®, and redefined categories with Huggies® and U by Kotex®. While growing our $18+ billion global business, we help build careers through collaborative teams that push boundaries and endless opportunities to work with some of the world’s most recognized brands. Our 43,000 employees are changing the world for the better, too, generously giving back to communities and causes around the globe. 

Kimberly-Clark and its well-known global brands are an indispensable part of life for people in more than 175 countries. Every day, 1.3 billion people - nearly a quarter of the world's population - trust K-C brands and the solutions they provide to enhance their health, hygiene, and well-being. With brands such as Kleenex, Scott, Huggies, Pull-Ups, Kotex, and Depend, Kimberly-Clark holds No.1 or No. 2 share positions in more than 80 countries. With more than 140 years of history of innovation, we believe in recruiting the best people and empowering them do their best work.  If fresh thinking and a passion to win inspire you, come Unleash Your Power at Kimberly-Clark.   

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.  We actively seek to build a workforce that reflects the 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. 

This position may require a post-offer/pre-hire Physical Abilities Test (PAT) to confirm that individuals are able to perform the essential functions of the job.  

K-C requires that an employee have authorization to work in the country in which the role is based.  In the event an applicant does not have current work authorization, K-C will determine, in its sole discretion, whether to sponsor an individual for work authorization.  However, based on immigration requirements, not all roles are suitable for sponsorship. This position is subject to drug and alcohol testing, including pre-employment testing. 

Global VISA and Relocation Specifications:

K-C will support in-country relocation for the chosen candidate for the role, including assistance to obtain proper work authorization. The benefits provided will be per the terms of K-C’s applicable mobility policies. The benefits/policy provided will decided in K-C’s sole discretion.

Primary Location

USA-WI-Neenah

Additional Locations

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

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