Marketing Purchasing Manager

Job Description

Kimberly-Clark is seeking a dynamic, self-driven, and strategic leader to join our Procurement team as the Marketing Purchasing Manager for North America. This role will be responsible for executing procurement strategies for the media, creative & production, and insights & analytics categories, supporting Kimberly-Clark’s North American marketing operations.

You also will:

• Serve as a primary procurement interface for Marketing Stakeholders, ensuring alignment on priorities, spend, and supplier performance.
• Lead sourcing initiatives, including RFPs, supplier negotiations, and contract management, to maximize value and drive innovation.
• Leverage analytics and market insights to identify trends, risks, and opportunities within the marketing procurement landscape.
• Support the development and execution of agency management plans, including supplier segmentation and performance tracking.
• Manage key supplier relationships ensuring high performance and continuous improvement.
• Oversee and report on $800M+ in annual marketing spend, ensuring effective budget management and cost savings.
• Utilize procurement analytics to inform decision-making and optimize spend across categories.
• Identify and execute opportunities for process improvement, risk mitigation, and compliance with internal controls.

To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Marketing, Business, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in procurement, marketing sourcing, or related business functions.
• Demonstrated success in managing marketing spend and supplier relationships.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Experience with procurement technology platforms (e.g., Coupa) is advantageous.
• Advanced stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to build collaborative teams and drive strategic alignment.
• Expertise in supplier relationship management, negotiation, and contract execution.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to leverage data and insights for strategic decision-making.

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.

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.

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.

To Be Considered
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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.

Veterans and members of the Reserve and Guard are highly encouraged to apply.

Kimberly-Clark will support in-country relocation for the chosen candidate for the role. The benefits provided will be per the terms of Kimberly-Clark’s applicable mobility policies. The benefits/policy provided will be decided at Kimberly-Clark’s sole discretion.

Grade 09 / P3: grade level and / or compensation may vary based on location

Salary Range: 116, 380 – 143, 740 USD

At Kimberly-Clark, pay is just one aspect of our total rewards package, which also includes a variety of benefits and opportunities to achieve, thrive and grow. Along with base pay, this position offers eligibility for a target bonus and a comprehensive benefits suite, including our 401(k) and Profit Sharing plan. The anticipated base pay range for this role is provided above for a fully qualified hire. Actual pay will depend on several factors, such as location, role, skills, performance, and experience. Please note that the stated pay range applies to US locations only.

Primary Location

Chicago Commercial Center

Additional Locations

Neenah - West Office Facility 1, Roswell Building 300

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time