Associate Director - Supply Chain Communications

Kimberly-Clark • Dallas, TX

15d • Hybrid

About The Position

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. In this role, you will: We are seeking an experienced communications leader to join our team. The Associate Director of Supply Chain Communications will be responsible for leading internal and external communications for Kimberly-Clark’s global supply chain function, with a strong focus on engaging manufacturing teams worldwide. Reporting to the Sr. Director Global Communications and Corporate Affairs, this role will help advance our enterprise strategy, strengthen our reputation for manufacturing excellence, and drive alignment across global supply chain operations.

Requirements

• 10+ years of communications experience in a global environment, ideally within manufacturing, supply chain, or consumer goods (CPG) industries.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• Proven ability to develop and execute internal communications programs that engage manufacturing or operations workforces.
• Strong external communications experience—executive communications, storytelling, reputation building—within a global organization.
• Experience working with senior leaders and influencing across functions (operations, supply chain, manufacturing, logistics) in a matrix environment.
• Excellent content creation skills (writing, digital/social communications, storytelling) combined with experience managing agency partners or external creators.
• Strong business acumen, able to translate supply chain strategy and operations into compelling narratives for both internal and external audiences.
• Collaborative leader: Able to work across geographies and functions, build trust, drive alignment, and operate with agility in a fast-changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Execute a global communications strategy for the supply chain organization that supports transformation initiatives, sustainability goals, and operational excellence.
• Lead internal communications programs to inspire, engage, and align employees across manufacturing sites and supply chain functions worldwide — from site-based teams to global leadership.
• Lead external communications to support Kimberly-Clark’s reputation as a global leader in manufacturing, supply chain resilience, and sustainability.
• Serve as a trusted communications advisor to senior supply chain leaders, helping them tell their stories and connect with internal stakeholders, customers, suppliers, and external audiences.
• Create high-impact content (including articles, videos, digital communications, internal newsletters, and site communications) and work with agency partners to ensure world-class execution.
• Develop and implement integrated internal and external communications strategies that engage employees, strengthen culture, and enhance Kimberly-Clark’s reputation for manufacturing and supply chain excellence.
• Lead storytelling that connects global supply chain employees to the company’s purpose, strategy, and transformation agenda, bringing clarity and inspiration to complex initiatives.
• Serve as a trusted communications advisor to senior supply chain leaders, providing counsel and content that supports leadership visibility, change management, and operational alignment.
• Create and manage compelling content across multiple channels — written, digital, and video — ensuring consistent messaging and high-quality execution through agency and internal partnerships.
• Collaborate across the global communications function to align narratives, share best practices, and ensure a cohesive employee experience across manufacturing and supply chain teams worldwide.

Benefits

• 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.
• Additional programs and support to continue your education, adopt a child, relocate, or even find temporary childcare.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees