Central Stores Operations Manager (Neenah, WI.) at Kimberly-Clark USA, LLC in neenah, Wisconsin

Job Description:

Central Stores Operations Manager (Neenah, WI.)

Job Description

You’re not the person who will settle for just any role. Neither are we. Because we’re out to create Better Care for a Better World, and that takes a certain kind of person and teams who care about making a difference. Here, you’ll bring your professional expertise, talent, and drive to building and managing our portfolio of iconic, ground-breaking brands. In this role, you’ll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU. 

Huggies®. Kleenex®. Cottonelle®. Scott®. Kotex®. Poise®. Depend®. Kimberly-Clark Professional®. You already know our legendary brands—and so does the rest of the world. In fact, millions of people use Kimberly-Clark products every day. We know these amazing Kimberly-Clark products wouldn’t exist without talented professionals, like you.

At Kimberly-Clark, you’ll be part of the best team committed to driving innovation, growth and impact. We’re founded on more than 150 years of market leadership, and we’re always looking for new and better ways to perform – so there’s your open door of opportunity. It’s all here for you at Kimberly-Clark.

Position Summary:

This position is a dual-purpose role that is responsible for operational management of the daily activities of the Central Stores Facility and logistics management of Parts and Equipment to Kimberly Clark locations globally. It is a team leader role with 11-12 KC salaried employees and 3-4 direct contractors. Additionally, the role is responsible for operational relationship with 3PL organizations/companies providing service to Central Stores.

• Scope


• Global customer service, export sales and shipping operation servicing over 70 plants across the globe, with 24/7 service in North America


• +$300 Million Spare Parts Inventory and $60-120 million Capital Equipment per year

Key Responsibilities:

Central Stores (MRO)

• Manage the Central Stores operations team to providing a high level of customer service to maintain manufacturing operations with the supply of spare parts for all plants globally.  


• Leadership of continuous improvement activities to drive efficiency and cost reduction within Central Stores Operations, supporting an annualized cost value delivery of +$10 Million per annum

KimStores (Manufacturing Equipment)

• Lead the KimStores operations team to provide a high level of Logistics centered customer service for Capital projects for all plants globally


• Build and maintain solid working relationships with affiliates, freight forwarders and import brokers to promote efficient and effective shipments


• Drive high level customer satisfaction by delivering exceptional service with cost effective options while meeting all customs requirements and on–time delivery/project deadlines.


• Build and maintain strong working relationships with ability to influence processes when working with engineers, affiliates, customs brokers and freight forwarders

3PL Vendor/Relationship Management  

• In collaboration with Kimtech Operational Leadership manage the operational activities of the Warehouse 3PL (Advantage) to ensure operational goals are met and appropriately measured/monitored


• Manage the operational relationship with the Facility Management 3PL (Cushman and Wakefield) to ensure building operations / maintenance goals are met


• Manage the relationship with the Export Parts Customer Service and administration 3PL (Neilsoft) to ensure a high level of 24/7 customer service is delivered and that overall costs to the KC manufacturing locations is minimized/optimized

Global Logistics SME

• Be the Global Logistics and Import/Export SME (including compliance) and key resource to support team and affiliates 


• Demonstrate expert knowledge in ocean, air and truck shipments (including Hazardous Materials) to meet all business demands.


• Responsible to maintain up-to-date knowledge of international changes that may affect shipments and exhibit superior problem-solving capabilities to eliminate obstacles.

Overall

• Key contributor as a member of the leadership team in leading strategic initiatives with internal customers to drive and improve business results.


• Lead development and adoption of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) to facilitate a high level of customer service quality and effective knowledge transfer.


• Contribute to a safe working environment and comply with K-C Code of Conduct, corporate safety, regulatory and sustainability requirements.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain related field or equivalent business experience


• 5+ years’ experience in international logistics/manufacturing/procurement & team leadership (Ideally within an International environment)


• Demonstrated strong team and project leadership


• Exhibit exceptional problem-solving capabilities


• Possess a dynamic interpersonal and communication style that contributes to global success and demonstrate in both verbal and written format


• Independent decision-making capabilities


• Effectively facilitate presentations/trainings to groups


• Aptitude to work to a high degree of detail during time constraints


• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team


• Demonstrated SAP capabilities


• Proficient in Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint


• Able to travel internationally as needed – up to 20%

Total Benefits

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.  

Great support for good health with medical, dental, and vision coverage options with no waiting periods or pre-existing condition restrictions. Access to an on-site fitness center, occupational health nurse, and allowances for high-quality safety equipment.

Flexible Savings and spending accounts to maximize health care options and stretch dollars when caring for yourself or dependents.

Diverse income protection insurance options to protect yourself and your family in case of illness, injury, or other unexpected events.

To Be Considered Click the Apply button and complete the online application process. A member of our recruiting team will review your application and follow up if you seem like a great fit for this role.

In the meantime, please check out the careers website.

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.

Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests, which may include drug screening, background check, and DMV check.

The anticipated base pay range for this job has a range of $140,000 to $174,000.

At Kimberly-Clark, pay is just one aspect of our total rewards package, which also includes a variety of benefits and opportunities to achieve, thrive and grow. Along with base pay, this position offers eligibility for a target bonus and a comprehensive benefits suite, including our 401(k) and Profit Sharing plan. The anticipated base pay range for this role is provided above for a fully qualified hire. Actual pay will depend on several factors, such as location, role, skills, performance, and experience. Please note that the stated pay range applies to US locations only.

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

Kimberly-Clark will support in-country relocation for the chosen candidate for the role. The benefits provided will be per the terms of Kimberly-Clark’s applicable mobility policies. The benefits/policy provided will be decided at Kimberly-Clark’s sole discretion.

Primary Location

Neenah - Central Stores Warehouse

Additional Locations

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

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