Director, Data & Analytics for Supply Chain and Finance

Company: Kimberly-Clark Corporation
Location: Atlanta
Posted on: November 6, 2024

Job Description:

Director, Data & Analytics for Supply Chain and FinanceYou were made to do this work: leading transformative analytics initiatives, diving deep into data, and constantly developing innovative ways to optimize financial and supply chain operations. You want to be part of a performance culture dedicated to building technology for a purpose that matters. You thrive in an environment that promotes sustainability, inclusion, well-being, and career development. In your role as Director, Supply Chain Analytics & FP&A, you'll help us deliver better products for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU.In this role, you will assist Kimberly-Clark's mission to transform into a data-driven company. Our enterprise vision is to embed data insights into every decision, process, and product. To support this vision, Kimberly-Clark DTS is investing in the growth of our high-performance Data Lake & Analytics team, and we are looking for entrepreneurial-minded innovators to join us on our journey.The purpose of this role is to lead the development and implementation of advanced analytics solutions that will unlock future growth and efficiency across our finance and supply chain operations.As the Director of Finance and Supply Chain Analytics, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement business use cases in modern data architecture, including data lakes and cloud-based analytics platforms like Snowflake and Azure. You will drive the adoption of cutting-edge technologies to enhance our analytics capabilities and ensure that our data infrastructure is scalable and high performing. Your expertise will bridge the gap between data strategy and operational execution, positioning us at the forefront of innovation in our industry.Responsibilities:

• Lead the strategy, design, and implementation of Analytics solutions and the Enterprise Data Lake for Finance and Supply Chain functions.
• Partner with Enterprise Supply Chain and Finance Senior leaders to understand and align on the broader vision and enterprise goals for data.
• Manage and optimize cloud-based data solutions, particularly Snowflake and Azure, to support advanced analytics and reporting needs.
• Develop and maintain robust Unified data models (UDMs) and pipelines that enable real-time insights and decision-making across the organization.
• Collaborate with DTS cross-functional leaders and business stakeholders to ensure alignment on analytics priorities, single source of truth for enterprise key performance indicators in Supply Chain and Finance (FP&A & other Finance datasets), agreed upon roadmap while maintaining the integrity of finance and supply chain data.
• Enable business teams to deliver at speed, cross-functional domain measures and KPIs, including cost measures across various stages in the end-end Supply Chain value stream.
• Manage and implement analytics products of the future while building a plan to modernize/rationalize existing applications.
• Drive innovation by exploring and implementing new technologies and methodologies to enhance the company's analytics capabilities.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to the analytics team, fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional growth.
• Support cross-functional teams by identifying opportunities for operational efficiencies, cost savings, and strategic business decisions through advanced analytics.Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
  • 10+ years of experience in implementing large scale data lake solutions in Supply Chain and Finance.
  • Demonstrated success in managing large programs and teams and delivering enterprise scale data solutions.
  • Extensive experience in partnering with various Senior business leaders to deliver data and analytics solutions at scale.
  • In-depth knowledge of cloud platforms, particularly Snowflake and Azure, and their application in data analytics.
  • Strong understanding of various aspects of Supply chain in CPG or related industries in key domains such as Planning, Inventory, Manufacturing, Procurement, Logistics and Finance.
  • Strong experience and command on modern data architecture and data lake solutions, focusing on building finance and supply chain data lakes.
  • Ability to translate complex business requirements into technical solutions that drive operational efficiency and add business value.
  • Strong background in data lifecycle, analytics, and self-service, especially as it relates to financial and supply chain data.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of conveying complex information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a team of analytics professionals, providing mentorship and fostering a results-oriented culture.Professional Skills:
    • Strong multi-cultural leadership and management skills.
    • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and passion for product development.
    • Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and open to working in agile environments with multiple stakeholders.
    • Professional attitude and service orientation; team player.
    • Ability to translate business needs into potential analytics solutions.
    • Strong work ethic: ability to work at an abstract level and gain consensus.
    • Ability to build a sense of trust and rapport to create a comfortable and effective workplace.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 www.mykcbenefits.com.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.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.
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