Procurement Category Manager responsible for developing and executing category strategies for Professional and Management Services. Overseeing $350M-$400M annual category spend at Kimberly-Clark.
Responsibilities
You will make a difference by developing and executing Global category strategies in the Professional and Management Services space including categories such as Real Estate, Integrated Facilities Management and Travel & Entertainment.
This role ensures that Kimberly-Clark’s total volume, spend and supplier relationships are leveraged across segments and integrated for product and service optimization in accordance with our business strategy.
Establish and maintain strong category management discipline across Real Estate, Integrated Facilities Management (IFM), and Travel & Expenses (T&E), including clear strategies, sourcing roadmaps, demand management levers, and performance metrics
Ensure clear line of sight to global strategy, providing seamless alignment with all regional, segment specific and global business requirements.
Ensure effective category governance, including alignment to Procurement policies, approval frameworks, contract standards, and Kimberly‑Clark Code of Conduct requirements.
Lead and maintain end‑to‑end visibility of category performance, risks, savings delivery, and commercial obligations, providing transparency to stakeholders and Procurement leadership.
Drive a structured check‑and‑adjust cadence to review category performance, supplier outcomes, and market changes, ensuring strategies remain relevant and value is sustained over time while providing clear line of sight to the business.
Identify and proactively manage category‑level risks, including supply continuity, service performance, financial exposure, and reputational risk, escalating as appropriate.
Requirements
Minimum of a bachelor’s degree;
Minimum of 5+ years of experience in Procurement Category Management with accountability for large, complex spend portfolios within a global or regional scope.
Minimum of 3+ years of experience managing or supporting categories related to Real Estate, Facilities/IFM, Workplace Services, or Travel & Expense (T&E) strongly preferred
Highly developed business and financial acumen, with the ability to use data, benchmarks, and market insights to support category strategy and recommendations.
Demonstrated experience operating effectively within a global, matrixed organization, partnering across regions, functions, and senior stakeholder groups;
Proven and highly skilled experience leading complex commercial negotiations, delivering strong positive outcomes and managing strategic supplier relationships.
Highly effective stakeholder management and relationship‑building skills, with the ability to partner across diverse functions and perspectives.
Demonstrated ability to influence without authority, navigate ambiguity, and drive alignment in complex environments.
Demonstrated ability to build credibility quickly and operate effectively in a highly visible, relationship‑driven stakeholder environment.
Experience engaging stakeholders from working level through senior leadership.
Adept planning, prioritization, and execution skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
Benefits
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.
Job title
Global Category Procurement Manager – Professional Services
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