Director, IT Quality, EHS

Kimberly-Clark

. Define and own the global technology strategy and multi-year roadmap for enterprise Quality, EHS and Safety capabilities .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeAtlanta • Georgia • United StatesLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading enterprise Quality and EHS technology strategies, ensuring compliance and operational excellence across regulated environments. Proficient in managing global technology teams and integrating complex platforms to drive business outcomes.

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Enterprise Quality Management Systems (QMS/eQMS)SAP S/4HANA IntegrationGxP/CSV ComplianceTechnology Leadership in Regulated EnvironmentsExperience with EtQ NXG and Veeva Platforms

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Hard Skills

Quality ManagementEHS Technology StrategyData IntegrityOperational QualityComputer System ValidationAnalytics and AI CapabilitiesBudget ManagementPerformance MeasurementRisk AssessmentChange Governance

Soft Skills

Executive CommunicationInfluencing SkillsTalent DevelopmentVendor ManagementTeam Leadership

Tools & Technologies

EtQ NXGSAP QMLIMSVeevaTrackWiseCorityIntelexEnablonManufacturing PlatformsLaboratory Quality Systems

Industry Keywords

Regulated EnvironmentGxPCSVAudit ReadinessOperational Continuity

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and own the global technology strategy and multi-year roadmap for enterprise Quality, EHS and Safety capabilities
Establish strategic platform direction across eQMS, manufacturing quality, laboratory quality systems, EHS, occupational health, data and analytics
Drive simplification and consolidation of legacy technologies onto scalable enterprise platforms
Establish investment priorities and ensure measurable business, compliance and operational value
Lead enterprise Quality platforms supporting document control, nonconformance, CAPA, complaints, investigations, audits, supplier quality and quality workflows
Lead the evolution of the enterprise eQMS landscape, including EtQ NXG and transitions from legacy EtQ and Veeva platforms
Ensure Quality solutions maintain validated state, data integrity, access controls, testing evidence, auditability and change governance
Provide technology leadership for manufacturing quality, SAP Quality Management, batch management, inspections, laboratory testing and quality events
Ensure integration across SAP S/4HANA, eQMS, LIMS, manufacturing platforms and enterprise data solutions
Establish the enterprise EHS technology strategy and lead platform selection, rationalization and implementation
Enable incident, near-miss, investigation, risk assessment, corrective action, audit, permit, emergency readiness, occupational health and industrial hygiene capabilities
Lead GxP/CSV and IT Quality Assurance processes across regulated technology
Establish validation strategy, GxP impact assessment, validation planning, traceability and inspection-readiness expectations
Ensure regulated technology remains validated and controlled throughout its lifecycle
Integrate Quality and EHS platforms with SAP/ERP, manufacturing, PLM/R&D, laboratory, HR, learning and analytics capabilities
Develop analytics and AI capabilities for quality insights, risk identification, decision-making and process automation
Lead a globally distributed organization of product, platform and delivery professionals
Develop talent, manage strategic vendors and partners, and hold providers accountable
Own portfolio investment planning, budget management and prioritization
Establish performance measures for platform reliability, compliance, adoption, service quality and business outcomes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Computer Science, Quality, Supply Chain, Business or related discipline; advanced degree preferred
Significant technology leadership experience within a complex global organization, preferably in a regulated environment
Demonstrated experience leading enterprise Quality, QMS/eQMS, EHS or regulated technology platforms
Strong understanding of operational Quality, EHS and computer system validation requirements
Experience modernizing validated enterprise platforms while maintaining compliance and operational continuity
Experience with EtQ/EtQ NXG, SAP QM, SAP S/4HANA, LIMS, Veeva, TrackWise, Cority, Intelex, Enablon or comparable platforms
Strong knowledge of GxP, CSV/computer software assurance, cybersecurity, data integrity, audit readiness and controlled change
Experience managing global technology teams, strategic vendors and significant technology investments
Strong executive communication and influencing skills across Quality, EHS, Manufacturing, R&D, Regulatory and Technology organizations
Local candidate already authorized to work in the role’s country
Subject to pre-screening tests, which may include drug screening, background check and DMV check

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible (hybrid) work arrangements
Comprehensive benefits suite
401(k) and Profit Sharing plan
Eligibility for a target bonus
Career development opportunities
Sustainability and wellbeing programs
Equal opportunity employment
No relocation support is provided