Senior Scientist - Projects

Kimberly-Clark • Neenah, WI

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About The Position

Senior Scientist - Projects Job Description You were made to do this work: exploring uncharted questions, engineering innovative solutions, advancing scientific understanding, and constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. You want to be part of a performance culture dedicated to solving real-world problems with purpose and precision. You want to work in an environment that promotes sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development. In this role, you’ll help us shape the future and improve lives for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU. The Senior Scientist Projects will lead Research and Development (R&D) projects specific to Huggies® Diapers Innovation programs for Kimberly-Clark North America. As a member of the R&D Team, this individual will collaboratively lead projects through the Innovation Management Framework, building from consumer insights to product design and market launch. This role will work in conjunction with Product Team Members and cross-functional partners from Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality and Manufacturing to execute projects. The incumbent reports to an R&D Manager and receives work direction from the Manager and Technical Leader. This role will give work direction, coaching, and mentoring to 3-10 indirect team members. 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 R&D roles, you’ll focus on winning with consumers and the market, while putting safety, mutual respect, and human dignity at the center. To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications:

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in project management and/or product development
• Proven track record of effectively communicating to and influencing leaders and team members across all levels of the R&D and cross-functional organization
• Prior experience leading projects from idea to execution
• Demonstrated ability to provide work direction to team members not in a direct reporting relationship
• 15-25% in-country travel

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science related field
• Prefer 7+ years of relevant experience
• Experience in project management/product development, particularly Development & Commercialization (D&C)
• Work experience across a range of Research & Engineering or Marketing disciplines
• Deep understanding of Baby and Child Care products, brands, business, and technologies

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
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees