Procurement Leader, MRO, EMEA in Tadworth

Join the team behind iconic brands like Huggies®, Kleenex®, Andrex®, Scott®, Kotex®, Poise®, and Kimberly‑Clark Professional®. At Kimberly‑Clark, it’s all about innovation, growth, and the chance to make a real impact.

The Enterprise Capital and Energy Procurement team currently has a vacancy for a Procurement Leader for the Maintenance, Repair, and Operating (MRO) supplies category for our Enterprise Markets EMEA business segment. This presents an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated, experienced professional who enjoys working closely with the plant, operations teams and K‑C’s supply base to drive strong value delivery, collaborative partnerships, and help deliver business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Ensure MRO requirements are met with optimal quality, service, and return on investment, supporting business objectives for net sales, operating profit, and brand equity.
• Assess the EMEA supplier landscape and market dynamics, including emerging suppliers, innovation, and market trends; partner with Agile Squads to develop and execute value roadmaps.
• Lead the Strategic Category Management framework and own end‑to‑end category strategy development for all MRO services.
• Lead the Negotiation Gold Standard (NGS) framework and coach team members to maximise value delivery through effective negotiations.
• Develop and own competitive supplier relationship strategies that deliver sustainable competitive advantage and stronger business outcomes.
• Contribute to the development and execution of Procurement objectives, operating philosophies, and business strategies.
• Develop and maintain deep expertise in vendor selection, supplier relationship management, and negotiation, providing guidance to global purchasing teams and internal stakeholders.
• Set clear objectives and action plans for the team aligned to departmental goals; allocate and manage resources to deliver results.
• Lead, motivate, and develop a high‑performing team, ensuring efficient and effective purchasing while fostering capability building and continuous improvement.
• Ensure application of established corporate financial controls within the department by providing operating management direction and support to the implementation and maintenance of financial policies, instructions, and internal control procedures.
• Create an inclusive, high‑engagement environment that attracts, develops, and retains top talent through strong leadership, coaching, and trust‑based relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, or a related discipline from an accredited institution.
• 5+ years’ experience in Supply Chain, Procurement, or a similar function, including category management experience.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, communication, and presentation skills.
• Proven change agent with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong quantitative, data analysis, and negotiation skills.

Desirable Qualifications And Experience

• Prior people leadership experience.
• Problem‑solving experience in reducing total costs and improving processes.
• Relevant experience in the category area.

Total Benefits

• Market‑leading pension contribution.
• Bonus scheme.
• Flexible Savings and spending accounts to maximise health care options and stretch pounds when caring for yourself or dependents.
• Private Medical Insurance, with support for good health with medical, dental, and vision coverage options.
• 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.

This role is available for local candidates already authorised to work in the role’s country only. Kimberly‑Clark will not provide relocation support for this role.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Kimberly‑Clark is 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.