Lead Solution Engineer – Supply Chain

Lead Solution Engineer – Supply ChainJob Description

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. Here, you'll work in an environment that promotes sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development while you help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world.  It starts with YOU. 

In this role, you will:

Design, deliver, deploy and support full horizon end-to-end integrated solutions, with a special focus on Kinaxis. Will be responsible for desining and developing Kinaxis-related project, enhancements and changes undertaken by the DTS organization.

• Leadership in Kinaxis Deliverables: Take the lead in defining and delivering Kinaxis solutions, ensuring alignment with business objectives and strategic goals at Kimberly-Clark.
• In-Depth Kinaxis Solution Expertise: Maintain a comprehensive understanding of the Kinaxis solution footprint, with a focus on Demand and Supply planning processes to drive effective solution delivery.
• Facilitation of Solution Design: Lead and facilitate solution design sessions, conducting As-Is process analysis and To-Be design discussions. Develop detailed solution design documents that articulate business requirements and technical specifications.
• Functional Specifications Development: Create, review, and enhance functional specifications and design documents specifically for Kinaxis deliverables, ensuring high-quality outputs that meet business needs.
• Evaluation of Kinaxis Systems: Assess existing Kinaxis systems and tools to identify improvement opportunities, recommending enhancements that optimize performance and user experience.
• Experience with Kinaxis Implementations: Demonstrate extensive experience in implementing Kinaxis solutions for Demand and Supply planning within large global manufacturers or Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) companies.
• Configuration and Deployment Expertise: Exhibit the ability to configure and deploy Kinaxis solutions effectively, ensuring successful implementation and integration with existing systems.
• Influencing Technology Decisions: Utilize industry experience to influence technology decisions related to Kinaxis solutions, sharing best practices and methodologies to enhance solution effectiveness.
• End-User Training and Support: Conduct and facilitate end-user training sessions focused on Kinaxis deliverables, ensuring users are equipped to utilize the system effectively and efficiently.
• Collaboration with Support Services: Proactively follow up on cases opened with Kinaxis Support Services to assist in resolving defects and enhancing the functionality of Kinaxis solutions 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
• 6+ years of experience in designing and implementing scalable supply chain solutions with deep hands on / on-the-job expertise
• 5 years in Kinaxis Authoring responsablities
• Proven experience in supply chain planning solutions is mandatory. Project Delivery and Enhancement experience is mandatory, with a focus on project delivery, enhancement, and strategic alignment with business goals
• In-depth functional knowledge of Supply Chain processes, including Forecasting, Demand Planning, and Demand Sensing, with the ability to design solutions that optimize these processes.
• Hand-on experience of integration between Kinaxis and SAP S4 HANA/SAP ECC is desirable

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
 

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.

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. 

Primary LocationArgentina-Buenos AiresAdditional LocationsBogota Office, IT Centre Bengaluru GDTC, No K-C Work Site - Mexico, Sao Paulo OfficeWorker TypeEmployeeWorker Sub-TypeRegularTime TypeFull time

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