Logistics Sr. Specialist (Transportation)
Logistics Sr. Specialist
Job Description
Candidate must reside in the Neenah, WI or Dallas, TX area
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.
As a Logistics Senior Specialist, you'll be a part of the North America Logistics Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Process Team. In this role, you'll provide functional expertise and support for WMS, SAP and related tools used in shipping office operations within the North America network of Kimberly-Clark distribution centers. The position supports ongoing shipping office operations, troubleshooting and continuous improvement initiatives like the shipping office automation program. This role will also support shipping office operations for strategic site projects as needed. You'll serve as a Distribution systems functional expert and help ensure standards and appropriate training are in place, with primary focus on shipping office personnel.
In this role you will:
Provide ongoing operational support for shipping office operations as a technical/process subject matter expert
Support the development of new task automation capabilities that simplify shipping office tasks
Support scope includes testing and deployment of new capabilities
Work with other members of the WMS Process Support Team, provide onsite support for shipping office team members during Distribution projects that impact the shipping or receiving operations at a site
Support standardization of processes, including automation, and utilization of metrics to identify and improve operational gaps in the network
Understand key differences between conventional/non-automated distribution centers vs. automated distribution centers to provide site-specific support
Support ad hoc and structured training initiatives for our network shipping office coordinators to maintain adequate shipping office proficiency
Drive and/or support other shipping office continuous improvement initiatives
About Us
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.
Led by Purpose. Driven by You.
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. When you join our team, you'll experience Flex That Works: flexible (hybrid) work arrangements that empower you to have purposeful time in the office and partner with your leader to make flexibility work for both you and the business.
In one of our professional 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:
To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and/or 5+ years of relevant prior experience in Supply Chain, Engineering or Operations disciplines
Ability to provide technical support, including troubleshooting or recommendations for resolving break/fix issues
Ability to influence without authority, orchestrate projects across multiple cross-functional team members, and provide leadership to Mill/Staff Logistics teams
Strong written and verbal communication skills, especially around complex topics – ability to train users on these topics
Applies advanced Logistics knowledge and skills with understanding of external environment factors that may affect successful logistics operation and results
Possesses an understanding of a Mill Operation and the relationship and integration of Logistics within that Operation
Ability to travel 50% of work time
Preferred:
Working knowledge WMS and/or YMS solutions
Blue Yonder WMS and/or SAP/EWM
FourKites – Dynamic Yard – Yard Management System
Experience working with 3PLs and building associated strong partnerships
Prior project management experience
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.
Additional programs and support to continue your education, adopt a child, relocate, or even find temporary childcare.
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.
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And finally, the fine print….
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, which is why we seek to build a workforce that encompasses 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.
Veterans and members of the Reserve and Guard are highly encouraged to apply.
This role is available for local candidates already authorized to work in the role's country only. Kimberly-Clark will not provide relocation support for this role.
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Salary Range: 85,540 – 105,620 USD
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.
Primary Location
Neenah - West Office Facility 1Additional Locations
No K-C Work Site - TXWorker Type
EmployeeWorker Sub-Type
RegularTime Type
Full time