Contract Manufacturing Consultant

Kimberly-Clark

Walton Oaks, United Kingdom
Not specified; bonus scheme available; market-lead...
Hybrid
10+ years supply chain experience
Manage external manufacturers
Lead cross-functional teams
This role is critical in enabling the strategic use of External Manufacturing for Kimberly-Clark's consumer businesses with end-to-end leadership of the external manufacturing network

Job Summary

  • This role is critical in enabling the strategic use of External Manufacturing for Kimberly-Clark's consumer businesses with end-to-end leadership of the external manufacturing network.
  • The position directly manages 5–15 external manufacturers and an annual spend of $20–50m while ensuring cost, quality, service, and sustainability objectives are met.
  • Employees receive market-leading pension contributions, bonus schemes, flexible savings accounts, and private medical insurance as part of a comprehensive benefits package.

Matching Summary

This role is critical in enabling the strategic use of External Manufacturing for Kimberly-Clark's consumer businesses with end-to-end leadership of the external manufacturing network.

Salary

Not specified; Bonus scheme available; Market-leading pension contribution

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years supply chain experience
  • Manage external manufacturers
  • Lead cross-functional teams
  • Supplier capability assessment
  • Risk mitigation strategies

Nice-to-have

  • Lean Six Sigma certified
  • Strong influential communication
  • New product commercialization
  • Sustainability leadership focus
  • Strategic partnership building

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Supply Chain
  • 10+ years combined experience across supply chain and operations
  • Expert project management experience
  • Strong English communication skills
  • Local work authorization required

Work Rights

Must be authorized to work in the role's country

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