Customer Development Associate

Full Time

Kimberly-Clark




Description


You’re not the person who will settle for just any role. Neither are we. Because we’re out to create Better Care for a Better World, and that takes a certain kind of person and teams who care about making a difference. Here, you’ll bring your professional expertise, talent, and drive to building and managing our portfolio of iconic, ground-breaking brands.

In this role, you’ll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU.


The Customer Development Associate (CDA) is an accelerated developmental role. The CDA will liaise with cross-functional internal teams to ensure the timely and successful delivery of solutions according to customer needs. In addition, the CDA will gain experience and exposure to business development by managing regional accounts and pursuing new business opportunities.

The CDA will support our baby and childcare business.
 



In this role, you will:

  • Develop a trusted relationship with key stakeholders, accounts and executive sponsors
  • Maintain and enhance open communication channels with internal departments and customers where applicable
  • Provide timely response to team requests and correspondence with a flexible, results-based approach to resolving issues and determining next steps
  • Ensure the successful delivery of solutions according to customer needs and objectives
  • Inventory and trade investment forecasting for assigned customers
  • Clearly communicate the progress of projects and initiatives to internal and external stakeholders
  • Identify opportunities for process and sales improvements and collaborate with others (as necessary) to execute
  • Operate as the lead point of contact for assigned regional customers
  • Contribute, when required, in situations, projects, and activities not included in other principal accountabilities to assist in the accomplishment of business objectives
  • Contribute to the achievement of business and personal objectives by seeking and responding to performance and development feedback


  • 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, million 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 more than 150 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.

    About You
    You perform at the highest level possible, and you appreciate a performance culture fueled by authentic caring. You want to be part of a company actively dedicated to sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development.

    You love what you do, especially when the work you do makes a difference. At Kimberly-Clark, we’re constantly exploring new ideas on how, when, and where we can best achieve results.

    When you join our team, you’ll experience Flex That Works: flexible (hybrid) work arrangements that empower you to have purposeful time in the office and partner with your leader to make flexibility work for both you and the business.

    In one of our professional roles, you’ll focus on winning with consumers and the market, while putting safety, mutual respect, and human dignity at the center. To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications:


    Required:

  • A recognized university degree
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects at a time while paying strict attention to detail
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Ability to communicate, present and influence effectively
  • Ability to problem solve and develop creative solutions
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Preferred:

  • CPG experience

  • Total Benefits

    Here are just a few of the benefits you’d enjoy working in this role for Kimberly-Clark. For a complete overview, see
     

    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.

    To Be Considered


    Click the Apply button and complete the online application process.

    A member of our recruiting team will review your application and follow up if you seem like a great fit for this role.

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    And finally, the fine print….

    Primary Location

    Canada-Ontario-Mississauga

    Additional Locations



    Worker Type


    Employee


    Worker Sub-Type


    Regular


    Time Type


    Full time

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