Program Leader, Environmental Fate and Remediation (Global KC-Site)

Kimberly-Clark • Atlanta, GA

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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. The Program Leader, Environmental Fate and Remediation will provide strategic leadership, subject matter expertise and oversight/management of consultant support in assessing, managing, and mitigating environmental risks associated with materials, chemicals and components throughout the lifecycle of company’s product systems. This role is responsible for developing and implementing strategies to analyze the environmental fate of materials, managing risks related to restricted and emerging substances of concern, and overseeing site environmental remediation and long-term care programs. The Program Expert will ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and internal standards, drive continuous improvement, and foster strong cross-functional collaboration to support product development and environmental compliance objectives

Requirements

• Education: Advanced degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Hydrogeology, Chemistry, or a related field
• Experience: 10+ years of experience in environmental fate and transport assessment, remediation, product stewardship, or related disciplines within a global organization.
• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams and managing complex projects or programs.
• Technical Skills & Knowledge: Deep understanding of environmental fate, remediation frameworks, regulatory standards, and industry best practices related to restricted and emerging substances.
• Proven track record in risk assessment, compliance, incident response, and stakeholder engagement.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Leadership & Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across a matrixed, cross-functional environment.
• Strategic thinking and business acumen to evaluate risks, identify opportunities, and drive systems change.
• Other Requirements: Experience developing and delivering training programs and supporting governance and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Willingness to stay current on emerging environmental and regulatory issues and escalate critical matters as needed.
• Ability to monitor program performance, report on progress, and support governance and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ability to travel as business needs require (up to 30%).

Nice To Haves

• PhD in related field preferred

Responsibilities

• Environmental Fate Assessment & Strategy Lead the assessment and evaluation of the environmental fate of materials, chemicals, components, and packaging in Kimberly-Clark product systems and supply chain operations, including conducting environmental impact analyses and developing strategies to minimize adverse outcomes across the product lifecycle.
• Develop and deploy business processes and controls to manage environmental risks associated with product materials and packaging, ensuring alignment with sustainability goals and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with R&D and Product Stewardship teams to integrate environmental fate considerations into product design and innovation.
• Substance Risk Management & Compliance Identify, evaluate, and manage environmental risks and exposures related to restricted substances and emerging substances of concern throughout the product lifecycle.
• Monitor and interpret evolving environmental regulatory standards and company policy requirements, assessing their impact on products and operations.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and internal standards regarding restricted and emerging substances, including the development and maintenance of governance frameworks and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead environmental incident response, audits, investigations, and remediation planning for issues related to substances of concern.
• Environmental & Site Remediation Program Oversight Oversee and manage environmental and site remediation programs, ensuring effective risk mitigation, regulatory compliance, and alignment with company policies and corporate financial instructions.
• Develop and implement remediation strategies, monitor program performance, and review/approve action plans in response to critical incidents.
• Provide technical expertise and problem-solving support for environmental remediation projects, including risk assessment and stakeholder engagement.
• Program Governance & Continuous Improvement Develop and implement program strategies for the environmental management of substances of concern, including governance frameworks, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Facilitate governance committees and provide input on policies, standards, disclosures, and mitigation measures related to environmental fate and remediation.
• Ensure conformance to relevant Corporate Financial Instructions and process controls.
• Stay current on emerging issues and inform enterprise response, including escalation to executive leadership as needed.
• Communication, Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement Prepare and deliver clear communications and reporting on program status, risks, and outcomes to internal and external stakeholders, including senior leadership, regulatory bodies, and external partners.
• Guide the development of technical and strategic positioning related to environmental fate, remediation, and responsible sourcing.
• Represent Kimberly-Clark in external engagements, including with suppliers, NGOs, and certifiers.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration & Capability Building Foster strong cross-functional collaboration with R&D, Quality, Product Stewardship, Legal, and Enterprise Supply Chain to support product development and compliance objectives.
• Raise the capability of teams to identify and drive mitigation of environmental and sustainability risks and opportunities.
• Develop and deliver training programs related to environmental fate, remediation, and compliance.

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