Procurement Agile Sr Analyst
kimberlyclark · Brazil -Sao Paulo ·
- Work mode
- Hybrid
- Seniority
- Senior
- Employment
- Full time
- Category
- Operations
- Experience
- 2+ years
Job Description
You were made to do this work: designing new technologies, diving into data, optimizing digital experiences, and constantly developing better, faster ways to get results. You want to be part of a performance culture dedicated to building technology for a purpose that matters. You want to work in an environment that promotes sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development. In this role, you’ll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU.
As an Agile Procurement Analyst, you'll be a variable resource within the Global Procurement Center of Expertise (COE). This role is committed to unlocking incremental value and accelerating value delivery of procurement projects. You'll deliver high visibility, high ROI projects across categories in collaboration with the Procurement Agile Sr. Manager, category leaders and business leaders. You'll utilize project management, problem solving / critical thinking skills, financial analysis, and an understanding of strategic category management, development, and negotiation. The role will support a pipeline of projects and go to market events with Procurement stakeholders. This is an individual contributor role as a member of an agile squad, reporting to the Procurement Agile Squad Manager.
Responsibilities:
Project Execution – 80%
- Provide global and regional category teams with analytics, RFP/RFQ/RFI content development, and business case building for sourcing execution
- Provide robust analytical support (should cost, scenario modeling) to market events
- Accelerate value delivery on key sourcing efforts in the pipeline by adding analytics, rigor and horsepower while utilizing a broad set of analysis capabilities
- Leverage agile principles and problem-solving frameworks to lead projects, provide structure and to provide recommendations on the approach for sourcing events
- Drive incremental value in current and future sourcing efforts by deploying critical thinking and problem-solving tools
- Collaborate with cross-functional team members and provide support to leadership on projects
- Develop strategic sourcing strategies in alignment with squad value improvement/ cost saving goals and broader organizational objectives
- Develop templates to standardize sourcing analytics and drive knowledge management
- Build knowledge of e-sourcing tools & leverage capabilities for value delivery (Coupa & Coupa Sourcing Optimization)
Capability Building– 20%
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of the 'Agile Playbook' for procurement, including materials and best practices
- Develop problem solving capabilities with the Procurement function, promote an agile culture and problem-solving approach and drive adoption.
- Build expertise around key analytical tools, models & frameworks
- Participate in community of practice activities to drive shared learnings across the
Procurement function
- Upstream SCM support (if connected to Agile events)
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain or other related discipline
- 2+ years of experience in quantitative and/or business skill such as Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Strategic Category Management, Supply Chain or Consulting
- Experience managing and delivering projects for executive stakeholders
- Solid analytical and communication skills with ability to engage with and influence internal stakeholders and external partners
- Demonstrated record of delivering solid business results
- Advanced English skills
Preferred:
- Master’s degree in Finance, Supply Chain or other business discipline preferred
- Demonstrated experience solving projects as an internal or external consultant
- Advanced working knowledge of COUPA, MS Office, and other relevant e-procurement tools and systems
- Experience with NGS and SCM process; specific experience running sourcing events
Hybrid Work Arrangements: You’re looking to make a difference. When and where it works best for you. And 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 work (hybrid) 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.
About Us
Huggies®. Kotex®. Poise®. Depend®. 25% of people in the world use Kimberly-Clark products every day, and it takes the best people to make that happen.
We’re founded on 150 years of market leadership, and we’re always looking for new and better ways to perform, especially when it comes to product and process innovation. Our customers are always looking for new and better. Our competitors won’t stop evolving. And our communities demand responsible corporate practices. We need bold, transformative ideas from people who can turn them into reality. That means there’s no time like the present to make an impact at Kimberly-Clark. It’s all here for you at Kimberly-Clark.
About You
You were made to do this work: designing new technologies, diving into data, optimizing digital experiences, and constantly developing better, faster ways to get results. You want to be part of a performance culture dedicated to building technology for a purpose that matters. You want to work in an environment that promotes sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development.
You love what you do, especially when your work 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.
We always ask, “How can we improve this?” and we’re looking for like-minded people. This is one business that’s not chained to the status quo. “Good enough” isn’t good enough here. We stay ahead by keeping on top of trends, recognizing market gaps and looking to fill those gaps in ways that give us an advantage. In our diverse workforce, we encourage and guide each other to explore new ground, glad for the unique perspectives and skills every person brings. Join us in our rewarding and profitable journey.
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. 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.
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.
K-C requires that an employee have authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In the event an applicant does not have current work authorization, K-C will determine, in its sole discretion, whether to sponsor an individual for work authorization. However, based on immigration requirements, not all roles are suitable for sponsorship. This position is subject to drug and alcohol testing, including pre-employment testing.
Travel may include less than 10% of work time. Travel may also include travel via aircrafts and motor vehicles to various locations, if applicable. Varying working conditions may include prolonged sitting, typing and viewing computer/laptop screens, along with occasional bending, reaching, lifting, carrying, climbing, twisting, stooping, walking and standing.
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