Lead Solution Engineer – Supply Chain

You were made to do this work: designing new technologies, diving into data, optimizing digital experiences, and constantly developing better, faster ways to get results. You want to be part of a performance culture dedicated to building technology for a purpose that matters. You want to work in an environment that promotes sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development. 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:

• The Solution Engineer - Spec is responsible for designing and delivering IT solutions that align with enterprise architecture standards and propel the architecture toward desired future states. This role involves being a technical expert on solution design, development, and implementation to address specific business needs while maintaining stability and usability across systems.

• Analyze functionality and constraints of proposed solutions to ensure compatibility and interoperability across multiple platforms and applications.

• Employ strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills to assess business requirements and provide fitting solutions.

• Utilize Agile Methodology and DevOps practices to ensure seamless systems integration and effective workflow management.

• Stay adept in cloud technologies, with a focus on Microsoft Azure, to offer scalable solutions within the scope of cloud computing.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business processes and objectives, coordinating to achieve successful outcomes.

• Leverage communication and storytelling skills to convey complex technical concepts to stakeholders effectively.

• Conduct risk analysis and planning to mitigate potential issues in the design and implementation phases, adhering to best practices in solution architecture.

• Demonstrate expertise in software engineering and automation to streamline business processes and maintain technical excellence.

• Integration Strategy and Architecture: Develop and define integration strategies for Kinaxis and other interconnected systems at Kimberly-Clark, ensuring seamless data flow and interoperability across platforms.

• Comprehensive Planning Landscape Knowledge: Maintain a deep understanding of the planning landscape, particularly the Kinaxis solution footprint, with expertise in both Demand and Supply planning processes to inform integration efforts.

• Leadership in Integration Diagnostics: Lead and facilitate integration diagnostics, conducting As-Is process analysis and To-Be design discussions. Create detailed solution design documents that outline integration requirements and technical specifications.

• Functional Specifications for Integration: Develop, review, and enhance functional specifications and design documents focused on integration, providing critical input to ensure high-quality deliverables that meet business needs.

• System Evaluation and Integration Opportunities: Assess existing systems and tools to identify integration opportunities, recommending enhancements that improve system performance and data coherence.

• Experience with Integration Solutions: Demonstrate experience in supporting integration solutions for Demand and Supply planning within large global manufacturers or Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) companies.

• Configuration and Implementation of Integration Solutions: Exhibit the ability to configure and implement integration solutions using Kinaxis and other relevant technologies, ensuring successful integration and data synchronization.

• Influencing Integration Technology Decisions: Utilize industry experience to influence technology decisions related to integration, sharing best practices and methodologies to enhance system connectivity and efficiency.

• End-User Training on Integrated Solutions: Conduct and facilitate end-user training sessions focused on integrated solutions, ensuring users understand how to leverage interconnected systems effectively.

• Collaboration with Support Services: Actively follow up on integration-related cases opened with Kinaxis Support Services to assist in resolving defects and improving the overall integration functionality for the business.

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 technical 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:

• Education required: bachelor's degree in information systems, Computer Science, or similar fields  MBA/master's degree or equivalent in Supply chain / Logistics is preferred

• 12+ years of experience in implementing supply chain solutions with a strong focus on integration (Min 5 Years) in Kinaxis Solution Engineer roles, including Snowflake hands on expertise · Proven experience in supply chain planning solutions is mandatory. Strategic landscape and integrations definition, long-term technology road mapping, and project delivery leadership experience are required.

• Comprehensive knowledge of Supply Chain Management, including Supply, Forecasting, Demand Planning, and Demand Sensing

• Extensive experience in overseeing integrations between Kinaxis, Snowflake and SAP S4 HANA/SAP ECC, including data flow design and system interoperability.

• Knowledge of cloud technologies, data architecture, and enterprise integration patterns is desirable · Acts as a strategic liaison, facilitating key discussions between DTS, Kinaxis teams, and business stakeholders to align technology solutions with business goals.

• Proven experience in leading and collaborating with diverse, cross-cultural teams across various geographies to identify challenges, gather requirements, and drive design & architectural decisions.

• Strong ability to navigate ambiguous situations, demonstrating a proactive approach to clarify requirements and foster collaboration among multiple stakeholders.

• Exceptional time management and organizational skills; adept at prioritizing tasks and managing multiple projects while meeting tight deadlines.

• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with a focus on influencing and guiding stakeholders towards effective technology solutions.

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.

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.

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