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Principal Quality Specialist - QA Programs IFP is responsible for overseeing the IFP quality assurance process, establishing, maintaining, and socializing the required IFP QMS standards and procedures which make up the IFP QMS. This role also ensures effective design to commercialization life-cycle quality management activities are in place for all IFP product categories across the end-to-end supply chain so required product quality performance and regulatory compliance is achieved.
The Principal Quality Specialist - QA Programs IFP will provide strategic and tactical support to Global/Segment Quality Leaders, their teams as well as cross-functional teams to help the development and deployment of global and segment quality programs, standards, and tools.
This role has accountability to represent K-C in external audits of the IFP QMS and by customers, certification bodies and regulatory authorities.

Oversee Quality Management System (QMS):
- Establish, maintain, and provide access to required QMS standards, procedures, processes, and forms.
- Ensure QMS standards, processes, and practices meet K-C and external stakeholder requirements (e.g., ISO 9001, 13485, 22716).
- Support IFP Quality Strategy Deployment through OGSIM initiative implementation.
- Participate in global project teams to develop global standards.
- Incorporate Enterprise Quality Management System documents and processes into the IFP Quality Management System.
- Utilize systems like EtQ to maintain QMS processes and documents.
Ensure Compliance and Conduct Audits:
- Collaborate with customers, authorities, external auditors, or other stakeholders to demonstrate QMS effectiveness and compliance.
- Achieve in-market quality performance and regulatory compliance for assigned product categories and platforms.
Deploy Training and Build Capability:
- Implement training processes and programs to build capability and awareness in the correct usage of QMS documents and processes.
- Coach and guide cross-functional teams on quality engineering concepts and tools.
- SME for Quality Tools (EtQ, GE Plant Applications, etc.)
Drive Quality Performance and Mitigate Risks:
- Develop and execute quality programs, initiatives, and targets to achieve product quality performance and regulatory compliance.
- Identify and mitigate risks using IFP and K-C risk management tools.
Support Product Development and Lifecycle Management:
- Lead the development of goals, targets, and outcomes for new product development and product design changes.
- Interface with R&D, Procurement, Manufacturing, and Distribution for new product introductions and changes to existing products.
- Represent quality at cross-functional sector meetings and global project teams.
- Maintain awareness and oversight of in-market quality and regulatory risks and issues.
Promote Continuous Improvement and Problem Solving:
- Adopt a right-***-time quality mindset, including robust problem-solving and continual improvement efforts.
- Monitor and control product quality performance from initial design to ongoing monitoring.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Basic Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline, typically science or engineering and / or significant quality management experience.
- Min 10 years of experience in a QMS, Supplier or Manufacturing Quality role or a Research & Engineering product role.
- Working knowledge and experience with products requiring compliance to various regulatory or other technical requirements.
- Working knowledge on establishing and maintaining an effective Quality Management System.
Preferred Qualifications
- A recognized quality management qualification is desirable such as ASQ Certified Quality Engineer / Quality Manager / Auditor or CQI Chartered Quality Management Professional.
- Internal or Lead Auditor qualification.
- Experience of quality in medical device, pharmaceutical, food or similar environment.
- Understanding of key regulations standards applicable to LATAM, EMEA and APAC.

About Us
Huggies®. Kleenex®. Cottonelle®. Scott®. Kotex®. Poise®. Depend®. Kimberly-Clark Professional®. You already know our legendary brands—and so does the rest of the world. In fact, millions of people use Kimberly-Clark products every day. We know these amazing Kimberly-Clark products wouldn’t exist without talented professionals, like you.
At Kimberly-Clark, you’ll be part of the best team committed to driving innovation, growth and impact. We’re founded on 151 years of market leadership, and we’re always looking for new and better ways to perform – so there’s your open door of opportunity. It’s all here for you at Kimberly-Clark.
Led by Purpose. Driven by You.

What’s on Offer
Here are just a few of the benefits you’ll enjoy working in this role for Kimberly-Clark:
Competitive salary and incentives: We offer a competitive salary and a range of incentives, including bonus opportunities, retirement savings plans, and flexible work options.
Fantastic range of benefits: Our benefits package is second to none, with everything from health & life insurance, dental & vision care, employee assistance program, paid time off, well-being activities, and more.
A culture of caring: We believe that a happy and healthy workforce is a productive workforce, so we offer a variety of programs and resources to support our employees' well-being.
We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we're committed to providing them with the resources they need to be successful. If you're looking for a rewarding career with a company that cares about its employees, then Kimberly-Clark is the place for you.

To Be Considered
Are you ready to take the next step? Click the "Apply" button and complete our online application process. A member of our Talent Acquisition team will review your application and be in touch if you seem like a great fit for this role.

In the meantime, check out our careers website to learn more about our company and the position. You'll want to be prepared with relevant questions when you move on to the interview stage.


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, ***, 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.

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