Job Description:

Sr. Manager Planning and Logistics Systems - GNW

Job Description

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

One of the secrets to your effective management style is empathy. You connect with people, and that allows you to lead by managing in a way that inspires cooperation and learning. 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 PURPOSE:

• Provide exceptional leadership and functional direction for the management of production planning, materials management and product launch/improvement rollouts for the Global Nonwovens three site manufacturing network.




• Provide leadership for the implementation and maintenance of ERP business systems utilized throughout the sector. Provide leadership for recipe and SKU management teams which support the sector MRP systems.




• Provide leadership for Logistics (warehouse and distribution) function at three mills within the Global Nonwovens in support of our global customer base.




• Provide exceptional leadership in developing talent, nurturing talent and building capabilities.

KEY CUSTOMERS:

• Sector Business teams: NA Personal Care, KC Professional, Partnership Products.




• Regional Operations Directors: Personal Care, Global Nonwovens.




• Logistics Directors: Personal Care, Health Care, KC Professional Sourcing and Supply Management.




• Dir. Mfg Optimization, GNW Mills, launch Program Leaders, Strategy and Cost Transformation Leader & Global Nonwovens Research & Engineering.




• Global Procurement Organization supply chain partners for both raw materials and purchased fabrics.

EXPECTATIONS:

The incumbent reports to the Sector Supply Chain leader and is responsible for multiple functional accountabilities, such as:

• Ensuring the availability of materials and roll goods to all NA and Regional customers while optimizing inventory investment, customer service, asset utilization, production efficiency and end to end supply chain cost.




• Support the Mfg. Directors (Mill Managers and Mfg Optimization Dir.) in delivering TDCS targets.




• Support the Strategy & Cost Transformation leader in the development and execution of long-term strategic capacity and demand balances solutions.




• Develop near-term, detailed asset loading plans for the GNW global assets base in North America.




• Semi-annual systems health assessments and execution plans to close gaps both tactically and strategically.




• Provide leadership support to the Sector Logistics leader as they manage safety (beyond zero incidents), processes, systems, and strategic initiatives in support of attaining and sustaining world customer service and logistics performance (OTIF).

SCOPE:

The position leads a team of managers and individual contributors as they deliver centralized asset planning, staff planning analytics and logistics operational excellence. The position provides functional and career development for all teams

• Develop and maintain global supply and demand planning systems and tools which lead to effective product loading plans for internal global production assets and strategic global suppliers to ensure demand for GNW materials in tactical, mid-term and strategic time frames is fulfilled.




• Champion the Sales and Operations Planning process for GNW ensuring key decisions are made to support attainment of Kimberly-Clark business plans and commitments.




• Develop and maintain standard work for the GNW centralized planning function to ensure effective operation and sustainability of best practices.




• Provide leadership and career development direction for all Sector Planning and Logistics team members.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Dimensions:  Domestic

Employees: 5 Direct/ 10 Indirect

Asset Base: 15 Base Machine network

Mfg Footprint: 3 Global Non-Woven Mill Network

• Coordinate the production planning and inventory management activities for Nonwovens Operations such that global customer product needs and service requirements are met.




• Once developed, manages the long-term (5-year) strategic capacity planning process which incorporates all global customers' business plans, demand forecasts and the Sector global capacity projections which impact fulfillment of global volume requirements, asset utilization, capital planning, customer product plan execution and material development alternatives.




• Manage and continually improve the GNW S&OP processes and support the strategic sourcing principles to ensure business issues, opportunities and vulnerabilities are effectively articulated and resolved in a timely manner.




• Establish and maintain partnerships with customers and key stakeholders (both domestic and in all global regions) that will ensure effective communications and meet all customer expectations.




• Lead Sector Planning Systems Health assessments to ensure systems gaps are identified and that gap closure plans are developed, coordinated and executed across all GNW sites.




• Manage SKU and recipe master data initiation and set up activities to provide timely set up for new products in a manner which ensures data accuracy.




• Lead and/or support systems implementations for global  GNW expansions as required.




• Provide leadership to ensure the organization attracts, develops and retains the best people and fosters an environment which motivates a diverse team to fully use its capabilities in achieving desired business results.




• Communicate fully with peers, superiors, subordinates and others who have a need to know. Communicate in a way that is timely, prompt, complete, concise, candid, accurate, clear and responsive.

ROLE DIMENSIONS:

• Travel - up to 30%




• Mill Support - 3 manufacturing locations

Welcoming different perspectives, like yours, is one of our strongest attributes

Collaboration is the way we make things happen. We’re a community of individuals with different points of view who are energized by opportunities to share our skills and ideas. We genuinely value people who will articulate their opinions and ideas while respecting those of others. And it’s managers like you who make it all possible by inspiring team collaborations. If you would thrive in this interactive work culture, we invite you to apply.

QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• A bachelor’s degree in a related field and 10- 15 years or more of broad experience within Logistics and Operations to include leading a team of direct reports.




• Demonstrated leadership and strategic planning skills, as well as the ability to coordinate the efforts of individuals and teams.




• Strong influencing and motivational skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong knowledge and demonstrated utilization of LEAN/Six Sigma tools, especially Value Stream.




• Strong communication skills in technical and business settings.




• Technical knowledge of nonwovens material properties and a demonstrated ability to translate that technical knowledge into execution of process or product improvement initiatives. Operations/manufacturing experience.




• High-speed material converting knowledge and experience.

Bring your fresh perspectives to work

The world is changing before our eyes, and we are out there, ready to hit every curve ball that comes our way. Your input, insights, ideas, and perspectives will make you an important part of our success, even over and above the talents you bring to your managerial position. So fasten your seat belt and put on your thinking cap. We’re ready. Are you?

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. 

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-GA-Atlanta-Roswell

Additional Locations

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

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