Logistics Manager - Warehouse Management Systems

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: Lead the Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) Operations team, including the talent development for up to 6 full-time Kimberly-Clark resources and 1 – 2 co-op students. This position also manages several contractor resources in supporting WMS and distribution projects in the K-C North America network. The team focuses on leading Customer Logistics Distribution projects and related initiatives to improve supply chain systems, processes and flows to reduce costs. Provides operational support and project coordination to ensure the achievement of Distribution objectives. This role is currently focused on driving new standard processes, including automation, to improve productivity in high-volume CPG distribution centers across 20 distribution sites within North America. Essential Functions: Recruit and manage a team of experienced supply chain professionals that will: Create and drive an overall systems strategy that delivers best-in-class distribution operations for both finished goods and materials. Continuously improve the distribution network through large-scale projects such as DC automation, and shipping office automation, leveraging the full benefit of technology to drive results. Support existing technology investments, including Blue Yonder WMS/LMS, SAP EWM, Dynamic Yard – Yard Management, and Direct Vendor Shipping processes. Leverage partnerships with 3PL suppliers, internal and external IT resources, and other internal Supply Chain partners to deliver on organizational goals. Help drive future state network for supporting ecommerce growth & automation. Identify and implement needed shifts in technology or talent to meet ever-changing needs of business objectives. Be a leader of change within the Logistics organization to identify and drive new strategies and process implementation. Act as a core member of the Logistics Leadership Team to help design and drive organizational strategies and talent building. Work with internal business and operational teams on broad end-to-end supply chain initiatives to yield continuous improvement. Participate in operational network design projects from initial understanding and data collection phase through operational implementation of solution 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: Bachelor's or technical degree or higher in supply chain, engineering, or related discipline and/or 5 years prior distribution or supply chain systems experience Prior team leader experience preferred Prior WMS experience (Blue Yonder or SAP EWM) also preferred Prior project (management) experience or experience influencing without authority Ability to lead troubleshooting / problem solving to identify root causes and/or areas of continuous improvement – including utilizing lean principles Strong written and verbal communication skills, especially around complex topics Ability to work independently, but collaborate with leverage diverse, cross-functional resources to achieve results This role will support team members and projects that may require travel up to 50% to our North America distribution centers. This role is based in Neenah, WI. Information on the Neenah Metro Area can be found here: https://datausa.io/profile/geo/neenah-wi 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](http://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. In the meantime, please check out the [careers website](https://www.careers.kimberly-clark.com/en/our-careers/career-areas). 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. We actively seek to build a workforce that reflects 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. Additional information about the compensation and benefits for this role are available upon request. You may contact 866-444-4516 – when prompted for employee ID, say “OTHER CALLER” - or [kcchrprodservice-now.com](mailto:kcchrprodservice-now.com) for assistance. You must include the six-digit Job with your request. Veterans and members of the Reserve and Guard are highly encouraged to apply. Kimberly-Clark will support in-country relocation for the chosen candidate for the role. The benefits provided will be per the terms of Kimberly-Clark’s applicable mobility policies. The benefits/policy provided will be decided at Kimberly-Clark’s sole discretion. LI-Hybrid