Vice President, Financial Planning & Analysis

Company Overview Founded in 1872, Kimberly‑Clark (NASDAQ: KMB) is a global Fortune 200 consumer packaged goods company with 38,000 employees and annual revenues of $16.4 B. We create products that help individuals experience more of what matters to them. Position Summary Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Vice President, Financial Planning and Analysis (VP FP&A) leads a central team responsible for enterprise‑wide financial planning processes and results. The role includes establishing planning process, timelines, targets, and requirements across strategic, quarterly and annual planning processes, serving as a financial partner to global supply chain, overhead functions/SG&A, and leading financial actions for the company's transformation. Role & Responsibilities Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process, working closely with segment leaders to develop accurate and achievable financial targets. Analyze financial performance and key metrics to identify trends, opportunities, and risks. Serve as the finance leader and primary partner to the global supply chain organization, overseeing financial planning, cost management, and performance optimization across a major spend area. Provide financial leadership for corporate functions/SG&A, partnering with global functional leaders to drive disciplined cost management, resource allocation, and productivity initiatives. Lead financial oversight of enterprise transformation initiatives. Drive cross‑functional alignment across supply chain, commercial, and corporate teams, ensuring consistency of target and execution against enterprise priorities. Provide financial support and analysis for strategic initiatives, such as M&A, new product launches or expansion. Provide insights and recommendations to senior management based on financial analysis. Manage financial reporting processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial data. Monitor and analyze financial results compared to budget and forecast, and communicate variances to executive leadership. Stay current on industry trends and best practices in financial planning and analysis. Maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) and dashboards to track and monitor financial performance. Collaborate with external auditors and regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with financial reporting requirements. Participate in investor relations activities, such as preparing financial presentations and analysis for earnings calls or investor meetings. Lead, mentor and inspire followership of a high performing global FP&A team. Professional Skills & Qualifications 20+ years of experience, with more than half in a multinational/global business, and several years in a leadership position in a complex, progressive, global planning and analysis environment. Strong experience in CPG or closely related industry segments. Proven ability to lead the FP&A function globally with demonstrated financial, analytical, and process leadership competence to support enterprise‑wide strategic planning and decision making. Global FP&A leadership experience combined with a Business Unit CFO role. Transformational leadership experience and ability to lead finance for overhead and global functions (including supply chain). High degree of demonstrated financial, analytical and process leadership competence – ability to understand data to drive RGM initiatives. Excellent communication and presentation skills, and the ability to effectively communicate complex financial concepts to non‑financial stakeholders. Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities. Proven strategic agility, critical thinking, problem‑solving and change management skills. Strong interpersonal and leadership qualities developing high‑performing financial teams. Education Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field; MBA or CPA preferred. Location Vice President, FP&A will be based in Dallas, TX. Salary & Benefits Salary range: $317,580 – $410,540 USD. The position offers eligibility for a target bonus and a comprehensive benefits suite, including 401(k) and profit‑sharing plan. Equal Opportunity Employer We are a committed equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Additional Information Employment subject to verification of local policies, background check, drug screening, DMV check. Veterans and members of the Reserve and Guard are encouraged to apply. Kimberly‑Clark may support relocation for the chosen candidate. Primary Location Dallas World Headquarters. Worker Type / Sub‑Type / Time Type Employee / Regular / Full time. #J-18808-Ljbffr