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Director, Corporate Strategy

Job Description

Youre not the person who will settle for just any role. Neither are we. Because were 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, youll bring your professional expertise, talent, and drive to building and managing our portfolio of iconic, ground-breaking brands. In this role, youll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU.

Kimberly-Clarks global Corporate Strategy team has played a key role in solving the companys largest and most pressing strategic issues for the past 10 years. The groups purpose is to lead development and implementation of enterprise-wide strategy and develop strategic recommendations on issues at the highest level of the organization, while serving as a talent pipeline for the company. This team is comprised of high potential internal and external talent capable of moving into key operating roles within 18-36 months. For external talent, this opportunity provides an expedited way to gain an understanding of the company and make meaningful contributions, and then transition into an operating role. If desired, opportunities to progress and remain in Corporate Strategy may exist.

The Director Corporate Strategy will report to the Senior Director of Corporate Strategy within the Strategy Office. Work is strongly influenced by the CEO, Chief Business and Transformation Officer and other C-level executives, global functional and strategic leaders, and segment PandL owners. The Director is expected to be both an individual contributor while managing projects and resources, depending on project scope. While there are not dedicated direct reports associated with this role, the Director will likely direct and coach Corporate Strategy and other K-C team members on various projects depending on project scope.

In this role you

will:

• Work closely with the Chief Business and Transformation Officer, VP Corporate Strategy, and senior business leaders in leading the development of the corporate strategy and executing projects associated with the CEOs value creation agenda. Additionally, they will work with business unit teams (segments) and functions to create strategies at a segment, functional, category, brand and /or country level that drive shareholder value with clear plans for implementation.
• Guide end-to-end strategy development and make adjustments to existing strategies based upon new learning and changes in the competitive environment.
• Evaluate the portfolio and make recommendations on changes to the focus and levels of investment/ resource allocation.
• Contribute to business growth by identifying and prioritizing potential business opportunities and evaluating potential investments, strategic partnerships, and/or MandA activities.
• Work closely with the Corporate Strategy team and others in developing and making presentations to senior management, the Board of Directors, and key external constituencies on strategic matters pertaining to corporate strategy.
• Add personal insight, galvanize discussion and debate across the organization on key strategic issues, generating ideas and creative frameworks, and use a combination of facts, judgment, and personal impact to build credibility and influence outcomes.
• Proactively take on additional responsibilities and projects as needed to continuously improve Kimberly-Clarks performance.

About Us

Huggies. Kleenex. Cottonelle. Scott. Kotex. Poise. Depend. Kimberly-Clark Professional. You already know our legendary brandsand 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 wouldnt exist without talented professionals, like you.

At Kimberly-Clark, youll be part of the best team committed to driving innovation, growth and imp ct. Were founded on more than 150 years of market leadership, and were always looking for new and better ways to perform so theres your open door of opportunity. Its 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, were constantly exploring new ideas on how, when, and where we can best achieve results. When you join our team, youll 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, youll 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 degree; an MBA from top-tier business school is highly preferred
• 10 years of business experience in strategy consulting, related business analysis, functional line experience within strategy, marketing, finance, operations, or sales analytics with a history of demonstrated business success; 3 years of consulting experience with one of the blue-chip strategy consulting firms (Bain, BCG, McKinsey, etc.) or comparable strategy consulting firm / function.
• Additional industry experience in a consumer-oriented (CPG, retail) company in strategy development, finance, marketing, or other role with strategic content highly preferred; MandA Experience preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in creating corporate level strategic plans and strategies; Ability to scope projects, manage, teams, deliver results against set expectations, timelines, and budgets, etc.
• Outstanding communication, storytelling and presentation skills, including experience in creating presentations of C-Suit executive and Board of Directors demonstrated through strong PowerPoint / deck-writing skills; capable of catering a message appropriately for a given audience.
• Adept analytical and quantitative skills and the ability to independently generate strategic insights.

Total Benefits

Here are just a few of the benefits youd 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

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