Operations Specialist

Kimberly-Clark • Neenah, WI

5h • Onsite

About The Position

Operations Specialist Job Description 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. Provide functional leadership in application of stores & spare part management. Act as one of the Central Stores MRP Controllers, with the objective of managing supply of spare parts while maintaining optimal inventory levels at Central Stores. Complete analysis and make recommendations to deliver optimal inventory across the Kimberly-Clark stores network. Serve as a subject‑matter expert partnering with manufacturing, engineering, and stores to optimize spare‑parts inventory, identify cost‑effective alternatives to obsolete components, and manage key supplier relationships Take a leadership role in the procurement, receiving and organization of components for efficient assembly of Kimberly-Clark manufactured equipment Support the Training and development of Stores personnel on stores practices and procedures. Participate in the development of others within the area of the incumbent's expertise, including the creation, delivery and maintenance of training materials (e.g. Stores University). Manage multiple objectives within the Central Stores organization, by taking ownership and drive to achieve intended results. Lead projects (or portions of projects) as assigned (e.g. Global Central Stores, Stores Summit, MRP Optimization). Carry out all job responsibilities in a safe manner. Develop and deliver equipment and processes that meet safety requirements, policies and guidelines. Provide for the safety and well-being of operators, maintenance and other personnel. About You You perform at the highest level possible, and you appreciate a performance culture fueled by authentic caring. You want to be part of a company actively dedicated to sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development. You love what you do, especially when the work you do makes a difference. At Kimberly-Clark, we’re constantly exploring new ideas on how, when, and where we can best achieve results. 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.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's or advanced degree in logistics, business, engineering etc. or demonstrated experience in a related field.
• 3+ years experience in a variety of operational assignments in a manufacturing, logistics, maintenance and/or staff environment.
• A demonstrated ability to perform in cross-functional teams to achieve objectives within required timeframes.
• Experience working with external technical service providers, parts/equipment suppliers.
• A demonstrated ability to lead small cross-functional projects to achieve intended results within required timeframes.
• Strong analytical capability with hands‑on experience in SAP systems, SharePoint, and advanced MS Excel and Access, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide functional leadership in application of stores & spare part management.
• Act as one of the Central Stores MRP Controllers, with the objective of managing supply of spare parts while maintaining optimal inventory levels at Central Stores.
• Complete analysis and make recommendations to deliver optimal inventory across the Kimberly-Clark stores network.
• Serve as a subject‑matter expert partnering with manufacturing, engineering, and stores to optimize spare‑parts inventory, identify cost‑effective alternatives to obsolete components, and manage key supplier relationships
• Take a leadership role in the procurement, receiving and organization of components for efficient assembly of Kimberly-Clark manufactured equipment
• Support the Training and development of Stores personnel on stores practices and procedures.
• Participate in the development of others within the area of the incumbent's expertise, including the creation, delivery and maintenance of training materials (e.g. Stores University).
• Manage multiple objectives within the Central Stores organization, by taking ownership and drive to achieve intended results.
• Lead projects (or portions of projects) as assigned (e.g. Global Central Stores, Stores Summit, MRP Optimization).
• Carry out all job responsibilities in a safe manner.
• Develop and deliver equipment and processes that meet safety requirements, policies and guidelines.
• Provide for the safety and well-being of operators, maintenance and other personnel.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level