Senior Scientist Projects

Job description

Senior Scientist - Projects
Job Description
You’re not the person who will settle for just any role.

Neither are we.

Because we’re out to create Better Care for a Better World, and that takes a certain kind of person and teams who care about making a difference.

Here, you’ll bring your professional expertise, talent, and drive to building and managing our portfolio of iconic, ground-breaking brands.

In this role, you’ll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world.

It starts with YOU.


In this role, you will:
The Senior Scientist - Projects will lead Research and Development (R&D) projects specific to Child Care Develop and Commercialize (D&C) tea, for Pull-Ups® and Goodnites® projects and innovation initiatives for Kimberly-Clark, North America (KCNA).

As a member of the R&D Team, this individual will collaboratively lead projects through the Innovation Management Framework (stages and gates process), building on consumer insights to develop and launch.

This role will work in conjunction with R&D Baby and Child Care (BCC) Product, Process, Materials, and Engineering team members and cross-functional partners from Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality and Manufacturing.

The incumbent reports to an R&D Manager and receives work direction from the Manager, Director and Technical Leaders.

This role I largely self-direction but will give work direction, coaching, and mentoring to 3-10 indirect team members.
* Lead cross-functional R&D teams to deliver upon project goals.

Work with Project Team to identify and drive learning plans, manage and drive adherence to timelines, manage a budget, drive adherence to success criteria and escalate as appropriate to ensure projects are on-track.
* Work with cross-functional partners to deliver programs with strong business cases though the Innovation Management Framework and regularly present to Senior Leaders in committee forums.


* Works closely with Marketing, Manufacturing, and Finance teams, among others, to achieve project goals; significant influence without authority required.
* Provide work direction, coach, and mentor members of the cross-discipline R&D team.
* Ensure all work complies with Corporate Safety, Regulatory, Product Safety, and Quality requirements.


* Protect and defend Kimberly-Clark proprietary product and technology through the appropriate use of patents and trade secrets.
* Document key learnings and significant research findings in a searchable, retrievable format and coach project teams in documentation practices.
* Interface effectively with the other work stream teams to ensure business success.
* Ensure all work complies with corporate safety, regulatory, product safety, and sustainability requirements.
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 Professional 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:
Required:
* Bachelor's degree or higher in engineering or relevant scientific or project management discipline and 5+ years of experience
* Broad experiences in product development and/or project management, process development or material development
* Proven track record of effectively communicating to and influencing leaders and team members across all levels of the R&D and cross-functional organization
* Prior experience leading projects from idea to execution
* Demonstrated ability to provide work direction to team members not in a direct reporting relationship
* Up to 10% travel
Preferred:
* 7+ years of relevant experience
* Experience in project management/product development, particularly Development & Commercialization (D&C)
* Work experience across a range of Research & Development or Marketing disciplines
* Experience in executing consumer or technical / scientific studies.
* Strong understanding of Child Care Garments products, brands, business, and technologies
* Strong mentoring skills
* Financial acumen
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
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.
In the meantime, please check out the careers website.
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 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.
#LI-Hybrid
Grade 9 grade level and / or compensation may vary based on location/country
Salary Range: 105,740 – 130,620 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
Neenah - West R&E Office
Additional Locations
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Time Type
Full time

Required Skill Profession

Life Scientists