Temporary Brand Protection Jobs in Chicago, IL (NOW HIRING)

We’re building a better world by creating Better Care and need a Brand Manager who will bring their professional expertise, talent, and drive to managing our iconic, ground‑breaking brands. You’ll help deliver better care for billions of people worldwide.

• Lead the development of the 3‑Year Strategic Brand Plan and portfolio; serve as the point person for the entire brand planning process.
• Support and cascade brand building initiatives across North America, leading briefing and development of innovation programs in partnership with Business Unit Marketing and cross‑functional partners.
• Leverage P&L knowledge and collaborate with finance to provide real‑time recommendations that protect net sales and operating profit while solving business issues.
• Identify and lead process improvements at the brand or portfolio level; serve as the key liaison with channel and sales strategy as the voice of the consumer and brand subject‑matter expert.
• Drive development of channel‑specific go‑to‑market strategies and plans to maximize market presence, including category management, shelving, and assortment strategies.
• Leverage consumer, customer, and category insights to drive the 3‑ to 5‑year brand strategy and support innovation and renovation pipelines.
• Develop annual portfolio learning plans to meet innovation objectives; champion Design Thinking and agile methodologies across KCNA.
• Continuously develop innovation, renovation, and commercial news pipelines in partnership with R&E.

• Bachelor’s degree in business or marketing; Master’s/MBA preferred.
• 5+ years of marketing experience, preferably in CPG brand management.
• Hands‑on experience with P&L management, brand marketing execution, cross‑functional collaboration, manufacturing, product & technology development, and product supply.
• Strong understanding of annual business planning, budget setting, and execution of those plans.
• Expertise in brand foundational tools, consumer insight identification, segmentation, and target development.
• Experience with brand positioning, strategy development, and concept/brief writing for product innovation, renovation, and commercial news.
• Proven ability to lead in a matrix organization and drive collaboration across businesses and functions.
• Demonstrated experience leading agency partners on long‑term projects.
• Capability to synthesize insights from multiple sources into a compelling story for change.
• Strong diagnostic and problem‑solving skills; entrepreneurial can‑do attitude.
• Positive energy and strong representation of the brand internally and externally.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with no waiting periods or pre‑existing condition restrictions.
• On‑site fitness center, occupational health nurse, and allowances for high‑quality safety equipment.
• Flexible savings and spending accounts to maximize health care options.
• Income protection insurance options to protect you and your family.
• Programs to support education, adoption, relocation, and temporary childcare.

Kimberly‑Clark is an inclusive organization that applies diverse experiences and passions of its team members to brands that make life better for people worldwide. 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, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The statements above describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this classification and are not an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Employment is subject to verification of pre‑screening tests, including 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 and mobility policies for the selected candidate.