Supply Lead, Family Care & Professional (IFP)

Supply Lead, Family Care & Professional (IFP)

Job Description

About Us:

People have looked to Kimberly-Clark brands for more than 150 years and today we're proud to help over a billion people around the world cope, laugh, love and live every day.

From the best nappies and baby wipes to the softest tissues, to the best supplies for business, we are constantly searching for new ways to make life better for our consumers, our customers and our planet.

Our leading consumer brands like the Kleenex, Huggies, VIVA, U by Kotex, Poise, Depend brands improve the lives of people around the world.

Kimberly-Clark proudly leads the way in providing better care for a better world. 

Led by Purpose.

Driven by You.

Purpose: 

Reporting to the Head of Supply Chain, Family Care & Professional (IFP) the Supply Lead is tasked to ensure an optimum supply of product to deliver to agreed customer service level targets whilst optimising inventory levels.

This is a newly created position based in our North Sydney office. 

Job Description


* Analyzing historical sales data, market trends, and customer demand to create accurate  forecasts,Collaborating with sales and marketing teams to incorporate promotional activities and market intelligence into forecasts


* Optimizing inventory levels to balance supply and demand, minimize carrying costs, and avoid stockouts or excess inventory.

Setting safety stock levels and reorder points based on demand variability and lead times


* Developing production schedules to meet demand forecasts while maximizing manufacturing efficiency and minimizing costs.

Coordinating with manufacturing teams to ensure production capacity aligns with demand plans


* Implement and continuously improving supply chain processes and systems to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and responsiveness


* Analyse key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify areas for improvement and drive supply chain performance

Requirements


* Demonstrated experience in a similar role, ideally with FMCG experience and an organisation that manufactures domestically


* Strong ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.

Proficiency with forecasting and inventory management software and tools


* Effective communication and interpersonal skills to facilitate collaboration across departments.

Ability to present complex information clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders


* Strong problem-solving skills to address supply chain disruptions, inventory issues, and process inefficiencies.

Capability to develop and implement contingency plans and corrective actions


* Proven leadership skills to manage and inspire a team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.

Ability to influence and drive change within the organization


* Hands-on experience leading S&OP processes, including demand planning, supply planning, and integrated business planning.

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