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Category Leader, MRO
85193
Kohler Co.
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**Category Leader, MRO**
_Work Mode: Onsite_
**Location: ** Onsite, four days per week - Casa Grande, AZ
**Opportunity**
Join Kohler Co. in a high-impact sourcing leadership role where you will shape strategy, influence operations, and deliver measurable business results across a complex North American manufacturing network. As Category Leader - MRO, you will own a portfolio of 3 to 4 MRO subcategories within a broader category structure of approximately 8 to 10 subcategories, with accountability for supplier strategy, sourcing execution, contract development, preferred supplier alignment, and total cost of ownership. This role supports annual category spend within a larger MRO portfolio of approximately $130M to $180M and typically owns $30M+ in spend, with opportunities to influence $70M to $80M in sourcing activity across multiple plants.
This is a strategic, visible, hands-on opportunity for a sourcing professional who thrives in fast-paced, large-scale environments and wants to make a direct mark on cost, service, supplier performance, and plant operations. You will lead end-to-end sourcing initiatives, build and optimize supplier partnerships, negotiate commercial terms that create value, and work closely with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver sustainable savings and operational improvements. With strong executive exposure, meaningful ownership, and the chance to influence how MRO sourcing is managed across the business, this role offers an exciting path for someone ready to grow their career while driving real change.
**Specific Responsibilities**
+ Shape and execute category strategies for assigned MRO subcategories, delivering measurable cost savings, improved supplier performance, and stronger operational support across multiple Kohler plants.
+ Leverage advanced expertise in OEM vs. distributor pricing and market dynamics, alongside deep command of global MRO supply networks across multiple regions and countries, to optimize sourcing strategies and deliver value
+ Lead high-visibility, end-to-end sourcing events, from spend analysis and supplier market evaluation through negotiations, supplier selection, and implementation, with clear savings and performance targets.
+ Own supplier relationships for key MRO categories, including contract strategy, preferred supplier alignment, commercial negotiations, and performance management that improve value, service, and supply continuity.
+ Drive transformation in a complex MRO environment by balancing strategic sourcing initiatives with real-time issue resolution that keeps operations running effectively.
+ Partner with plant leaders, operations, maintenance, procurement, finance, and executive stakeholders to influence decisions, align on strategy, and accelerate adoption of sourcing improvements.
+ Modernize and optimize supplier networks through rationalization, negotiation, and commercial strategy to unlock cost, efficiency, and service improvements at scale.
+ Turn complex, imperfect spend data into actionable insights and sourcing strategies that support smart decisions, stronger supplier choices, and sustainable savings.
+ Lead multiple initiatives across sites, share best practices, and help shape the future of MRO sourcing within a business that values ownership, results, and continuous improvement.
**Required Competencies**
**Strategic & Financial Management**
+ Experience managing $30M+ in annual expenditure, ideally within a broader MRO or industrial sourcing environment spanning multiple sites and stakeholders.
+ Proven success leading large, high-value sourcing events and converting negotiations into realized savings and measurable business outcomes.
+ Skilled in TCO-based sourcing, cost modeling, and multi-year category road mapping.
+ Ability to bring structure to complex data, identify opportunities quickly, and translate analysis into sourcing strategies that create value.
**Contracting & Commercial Acumen**
+ Strong commercial acumen with experience in contracting, negotiation, and supplier agreements that drive both savings and operational performance.
+ Deep understanding of commercial levers including payment terms, invoice issue resolution, risk mitigation, and supplier compliance in partnership with finance and accounts payable.
+ Ability to lead negotiations around safety stock, consignment, rebates, and performance guarantees.
**Supplier Engagement & Performance Management**
+ Demonstrated ability to build strong supplier partnerships while driving accountability, performance, and continuous improvement across key categories.
+ Skilled in driving supplier scorecards, QBRs, and KPI discipline (lead times, stockouts, pricing adherence).
+ Ability to establish and scale preferred supplier programs across multiple plants while managing supplier/channel complexity and driving stakeholder adoption.
+ Expertise in managing supplier escalations, corrective actions, and recovery plans.
**Operational Partnership**
+ Track record of working effectively across operations, procurement, finance, planning, and leadership to move initiatives forward and deliver results.
+ Proven success reducing controllable stockouts and improving SAP usage and data reliability.
+ Capable of influencing stakeholders at plant, procurement, and executive levels to align on sourcing strategy, overcome resistance, and sustain change adoption.
**Leadership, Ownership & Communication**
+ Brings a high level of ownership, initiative, and strategic thinking, with the confidence to lead through ambiguity and drive meaningful change.
+ Clear, persuasive communicator with executive presence and the ability to present sourcing strategies and outcomes to senior leadership.
+ Known for building credibility through strong negotiation skills, emotional intelligence, executive presence, and an engaging, collaborative style.
**Technical & Systems Knowledge**
+ Strong analytical and Excel skills, including spend analysis and data interpretation, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a structured way.
+ Strong analytical capability to cleanse, normalize, segment, and interpret spend and supplier data to support decision-making and savings realization.
+ Familiarity with MRO taxonomies, category structures, and global classification standards.
**Skills/Requirements**
+ Minimum of a bachelor's degree in business, Finance, Engineering, Materials Management, Supply Chain, or a related field is required. A master's degree in business or a technical field is preferred.
+ Minimum of seven (7) years of professional experience is required, including at least two (2) years in MRO or similar industrial categories. Candidates with experience in complex manufacturing, industrial distribution, plant operations, or strategic sourcing environments will be especially well-positioned for success.
+ The ideal candidate brings experience leading strategic sourcing initiatives in complex environments, managing meaningful spend, influencing cross-functional teams, and turning data and supplier strategy into measurable business results.
+ Regular travel across Kohler sites is expected.
**_Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future._**
_We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you'll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period. The salary range for this position is $107,650 - $166,650. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation._
**Why Choose Kohler?**
We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we're driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.
**About Us**
It is Kohler's policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
_Work Mode: Onsite_
**Location: ** Onsite, four days per week - Casa Grande, AZ
**Opportunity**
Join Kohler Co. in a high-impact sourcing leadership role where you will shape strategy, influence operations, and deliver measurable business results across a complex North American manufacturing network. As Category Leader - MRO, you will own a portfolio of 3 to 4 MRO subcategories within a broader category structure of approximately 8 to 10 subcategories, with accountability for supplier strategy, sourcing execution, contract development, preferred supplier alignment, and total cost of ownership. This role supports annual category spend within a larger MRO portfolio of approximately $130M to $180M and typically owns $30M+ in spend, with opportunities to influence $70M to $80M in sourcing activity across multiple plants.
This is a strategic, visible, hands-on opportunity for a sourcing professional who thrives in fast-paced, large-scale environments and wants to make a direct mark on cost, service, supplier performance, and plant operations. You will lead end-to-end sourcing initiatives, build and optimize supplier partnerships, negotiate commercial terms that create value, and work closely with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver sustainable savings and operational improvements. With strong executive exposure, meaningful ownership, and the chance to influence how MRO sourcing is managed across the business, this role offers an exciting path for someone ready to grow their career while driving real change.
**Specific Responsibilities**
+ Shape and execute category strategies for assigned MRO subcategories, delivering measurable cost savings, improved supplier performance, and stronger operational support across multiple Kohler plants.
+ Leverage advanced expertise in OEM vs. distributor pricing and market dynamics, alongside deep command of global MRO supply networks across multiple regions and countries, to optimize sourcing strategies and deliver value
+ Lead high-visibility, end-to-end sourcing events, from spend analysis and supplier market evaluation through negotiations, supplier selection, and implementation, with clear savings and performance targets.
+ Own supplier relationships for key MRO categories, including contract strategy, preferred supplier alignment, commercial negotiations, and performance management that improve value, service, and supply continuity.
+ Drive transformation in a complex MRO environment by balancing strategic sourcing initiatives with real-time issue resolution that keeps operations running effectively.
+ Partner with plant leaders, operations, maintenance, procurement, finance, and executive stakeholders to influence decisions, align on strategy, and accelerate adoption of sourcing improvements.
+ Modernize and optimize supplier networks through rationalization, negotiation, and commercial strategy to unlock cost, efficiency, and service improvements at scale.
+ Turn complex, imperfect spend data into actionable insights and sourcing strategies that support smart decisions, stronger supplier choices, and sustainable savings.
+ Lead multiple initiatives across sites, share best practices, and help shape the future of MRO sourcing within a business that values ownership, results, and continuous improvement.
**Required Competencies**
**Strategic & Financial Management**
+ Experience managing $30M+ in annual expenditure, ideally within a broader MRO or industrial sourcing environment spanning multiple sites and stakeholders.
+ Proven success leading large, high-value sourcing events and converting negotiations into realized savings and measurable business outcomes.
+ Skilled in TCO-based sourcing, cost modeling, and multi-year category road mapping.
+ Ability to bring structure to complex data, identify opportunities quickly, and translate analysis into sourcing strategies that create value.
**Contracting & Commercial Acumen**
+ Strong commercial acumen with experience in contracting, negotiation, and supplier agreements that drive both savings and operational performance.
+ Deep understanding of commercial levers including payment terms, invoice issue resolution, risk mitigation, and supplier compliance in partnership with finance and accounts payable.
+ Ability to lead negotiations around safety stock, consignment, rebates, and performance guarantees.
**Supplier Engagement & Performance Management**
+ Demonstrated ability to build strong supplier partnerships while driving accountability, performance, and continuous improvement across key categories.
+ Skilled in driving supplier scorecards, QBRs, and KPI discipline (lead times, stockouts, pricing adherence).
+ Ability to establish and scale preferred supplier programs across multiple plants while managing supplier/channel complexity and driving stakeholder adoption.
+ Expertise in managing supplier escalations, corrective actions, and recovery plans.
**Operational Partnership**
+ Track record of working effectively across operations, procurement, finance, planning, and leadership to move initiatives forward and deliver results.
+ Proven success reducing controllable stockouts and improving SAP usage and data reliability.
+ Capable of influencing stakeholders at plant, procurement, and executive levels to align on sourcing strategy, overcome resistance, and sustain change adoption.
**Leadership, Ownership & Communication**
+ Brings a high level of ownership, initiative, and strategic thinking, with the confidence to lead through ambiguity and drive meaningful change.
+ Clear, persuasive communicator with executive presence and the ability to present sourcing strategies and outcomes to senior leadership.
+ Known for building credibility through strong negotiation skills, emotional intelligence, executive presence, and an engaging, collaborative style.
**Technical & Systems Knowledge**
+ Strong analytical and Excel skills, including spend analysis and data interpretation, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a structured way.
+ Strong analytical capability to cleanse, normalize, segment, and interpret spend and supplier data to support decision-making and savings realization.
+ Familiarity with MRO taxonomies, category structures, and global classification standards.
**Skills/Requirements**
+ Minimum of a bachelor's degree in business, Finance, Engineering, Materials Management, Supply Chain, or a related field is required. A master's degree in business or a technical field is preferred.
+ Minimum of seven (7) years of professional experience is required, including at least two (2) years in MRO or similar industrial categories. Candidates with experience in complex manufacturing, industrial distribution, plant operations, or strategic sourcing environments will be especially well-positioned for success.
+ The ideal candidate brings experience leading strategic sourcing initiatives in complex environments, managing meaningful spend, influencing cross-functional teams, and turning data and supplier strategy into measurable business results.
+ Regular travel across Kohler sites is expected.
**_Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future._**
_We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you'll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period. The salary range for this position is $107,650 - $166,650. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation._
**Why Choose Kohler?**
We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we're driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.
**About Us**
It is Kohler's policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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Maintenance Supervisor
85193
Kohler Co.
Posted today
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**Maintenance Supervisor**
_Work Mode: Onsite_
**Location: ** Casa Grande, AZ
**Opportunity**
We are growing! Kohler is looking for a Maintenance Supervisor to provide support for our new 1 million-square-foot manufacturing facility in the industrial corridor of Casa Grande, AZ. We are looking for passionate talent to join our leadership team. This role will be based at our Casa Grande manufacturing facility and requires working onsite.
**What We Offer:**
+ Competitive salary with annual merit increases and bonus potential
+ Wide array of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, wellness incentives, and maternity/parental leave
+ 401(k) savings plan with company match
+ Company-funded pension plan with vesting after 5 years of service
+ Career advancement opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and employee discounts
+ Company-paid relocation package
**What We're Looking For:**
We are looking for an enthusiastic Maintenance Supervisor to lead our skilled trades technicians including Mechanics, Electricians, and Automation Tech's. As a Maintenance Supervisor, you will assist with the predictive, preventive, and reactive maintenance and troubleshooting of production equipment and facilities infrastructure. You will be an ideal candidate if you have working knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, compressors, boilers, chillers, water treatment, dust collectors, basic electrical including controls, and safety including Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO), fall protection, and basic rigging. You'll be a standout if you also have experience with robotics and automated guided vehicles (AGVs).
Leading and coaching skilled trades is essential to the success of this role and your direct reports. Strong communication skills are required. Ability to manage work queues of direct reports and confirm essential work is being completed on time, parts are charged out and/or ordered, and work orders closed properly is essential.
**Your Responsibilities:**
+ Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of skilled trades:
+ Assign work orders - predictive, preventive, and reactive
+ Respond with priority to requested support
+ Maintain control of backlogs through the effective use of planning and scheduling functions
+ Lead, mentor, coach, and develop skilled trades in the performance of their duties and to their full potential; identify skill gaps and support with internal and external training
+ Analyze critical and recurring repair problems, initiate required action, and provide technical assistance and follow-up
+ Coordinate, together with the Maintenance Planner and MRO Buyer, the ordering and stocking of critical repair parts and other maintenance materials within Maintenance Stores
+ Enforce required safety protocols to support company policies, commonly understood safety regulations, OSHA, and FM Global
+ Maintain an organized shop environment including assigning 5S duties; cleanliness and good housekeeping are daily and shift-to-shift requirements
+ Support and adhere to assigned budget
**Skills/Requirements**
**What You'll Need to Bring to the Table:**
+ Associate's degree in a technical program required; a bachelor's degree is preferred
+ A combination of education, military experience, and relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of completed degree
+ 5+ years of progressive experience in Maintenance Operations roles
+ 3+ years supervisory experience, specifically supervision of Mechanics, Electricians, Electro-Mechs, and/or other skilled trades
+ Experience in maintaining automated manufacturing processes is required
+ Experience with SAP Maintenance Module is a plus
\#LI-SW1
\#LI-Onsite
**_Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future._**
_We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you'll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period. The salary range for this position is $75,350 - $114,450. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation._
**Why Choose Kohler?**
We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we're driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.
**About Us**
It is Kohler's policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
_Work Mode: Onsite_
**Location: ** Casa Grande, AZ
**Opportunity**
We are growing! Kohler is looking for a Maintenance Supervisor to provide support for our new 1 million-square-foot manufacturing facility in the industrial corridor of Casa Grande, AZ. We are looking for passionate talent to join our leadership team. This role will be based at our Casa Grande manufacturing facility and requires working onsite.
**What We Offer:**
+ Competitive salary with annual merit increases and bonus potential
+ Wide array of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, wellness incentives, and maternity/parental leave
+ 401(k) savings plan with company match
+ Company-funded pension plan with vesting after 5 years of service
+ Career advancement opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and employee discounts
+ Company-paid relocation package
**What We're Looking For:**
We are looking for an enthusiastic Maintenance Supervisor to lead our skilled trades technicians including Mechanics, Electricians, and Automation Tech's. As a Maintenance Supervisor, you will assist with the predictive, preventive, and reactive maintenance and troubleshooting of production equipment and facilities infrastructure. You will be an ideal candidate if you have working knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, compressors, boilers, chillers, water treatment, dust collectors, basic electrical including controls, and safety including Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO), fall protection, and basic rigging. You'll be a standout if you also have experience with robotics and automated guided vehicles (AGVs).
Leading and coaching skilled trades is essential to the success of this role and your direct reports. Strong communication skills are required. Ability to manage work queues of direct reports and confirm essential work is being completed on time, parts are charged out and/or ordered, and work orders closed properly is essential.
**Your Responsibilities:**
+ Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of skilled trades:
+ Assign work orders - predictive, preventive, and reactive
+ Respond with priority to requested support
+ Maintain control of backlogs through the effective use of planning and scheduling functions
+ Lead, mentor, coach, and develop skilled trades in the performance of their duties and to their full potential; identify skill gaps and support with internal and external training
+ Analyze critical and recurring repair problems, initiate required action, and provide technical assistance and follow-up
+ Coordinate, together with the Maintenance Planner and MRO Buyer, the ordering and stocking of critical repair parts and other maintenance materials within Maintenance Stores
+ Enforce required safety protocols to support company policies, commonly understood safety regulations, OSHA, and FM Global
+ Maintain an organized shop environment including assigning 5S duties; cleanliness and good housekeeping are daily and shift-to-shift requirements
+ Support and adhere to assigned budget
**Skills/Requirements**
**What You'll Need to Bring to the Table:**
+ Associate's degree in a technical program required; a bachelor's degree is preferred
+ A combination of education, military experience, and relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of completed degree
+ 5+ years of progressive experience in Maintenance Operations roles
+ 3+ years supervisory experience, specifically supervision of Mechanics, Electricians, Electro-Mechs, and/or other skilled trades
+ Experience in maintaining automated manufacturing processes is required
+ Experience with SAP Maintenance Module is a plus
\#LI-SW1
\#LI-Onsite
**_Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future._**
_We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you'll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period. The salary range for this position is $75,350 - $114,450. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation._
**Why Choose Kohler?**
We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we're driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.
**About Us**
It is Kohler's policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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Category Leader, MRO
53044 Kohler
Kohler Co.
Posted today
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Job Description
**Category Leader, MRO**
_Work Mode: Onsite_
**Location: ** Onsite, four days per week - Kohler, WI
**Opportunity**
Join Kohler Co. in a high-impact sourcing leadership role where you will shape strategy, influence operations, and deliver measurable business results across a complex North American manufacturing network. As Category Leader - MRO, you will own a portfolio of 3 to 4 MRO subcategories within a broader category structure of approximately 8 to 10 subcategories, with accountability for supplier strategy, sourcing execution, contract development, preferred supplier alignment, and total cost of ownership. This role supports annual category spend within a larger MRO portfolio of approximately $130M to $180M and typically owns $30M+ in spend, with opportunities to influence $70M to $80M in sourcing activity across multiple plants.
This is a strategic, visible, hands-on opportunity for a sourcing professional who thrives in fast-paced, large-scale environments and wants to make a direct mark on cost, service, supplier performance, and plant operations. You will lead end-to-end sourcing initiatives, build and optimize supplier partnerships, negotiate commercial terms that create value, and work closely with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver sustainable savings and operational improvements. With strong executive exposure, meaningful ownership, and the chance to influence how MRO sourcing is managed across the business, this role offers an exciting path for someone ready to grow their career while driving real change.
**Specific Responsibilities**
+ Shape and execute category strategies for assigned MRO subcategories, delivering measurable cost savings, improved supplier performance, and stronger operational support across multiple Kohler plants.
+ Leverage advanced expertise in OEM vs. distributor pricing and market dynamics, alongside deep command of global MRO supply networks across multiple regions and countries, to optimize sourcing strategies and deliver value
+ Lead high-visibility, end-to-end sourcing events, from spend analysis and supplier market evaluation through negotiations, supplier selection, and implementation, with clear savings and performance targets.
+ Own supplier relationships for key MRO categories, including contract strategy, preferred supplier alignment, commercial negotiations, and performance management that improve value, service, and supply continuity.
+ Drive transformation in a complex MRO environment by balancing strategic sourcing initiatives with real-time issue resolution that keeps operations running effectively.
+ Partner with plant leaders, operations, maintenance, procurement, finance, and executive stakeholders to influence decisions, align on strategy, and accelerate adoption of sourcing improvements.
+ Modernize and optimize supplier networks through rationalization, negotiation, and commercial strategy to unlock cost, efficiency, and service improvements at scale.
+ Turn complex, imperfect spend data into actionable insights and sourcing strategies that support smart decisions, stronger supplier choices, and sustainable savings.
+ Lead multiple initiatives across sites, share best practices, and help shape the future of MRO sourcing within a business that values ownership, results, and continuous improvement.
**Required Competencies**
**Strategic & Financial Management**
+ Experience managing $30M+ in annual expenditure, ideally within a broader MRO or industrial sourcing environment spanning multiple sites and stakeholders.
+ Proven success leading large, high-value sourcing events and converting negotiations into realized savings and measurable business outcomes.
+ Skilled in TCO-based sourcing, cost modeling, and multi-year category road mapping.
+ Ability to bring structure to complex data, identify opportunities quickly, and translate analysis into sourcing strategies that create value.
**Contracting & Commercial Acumen**
+ Strong commercial acumen with experience in contracting, negotiation, and supplier agreements that drive both savings and operational performance.
+ Deep understanding of commercial levers including payment terms, invoice issue resolution, risk mitigation, and supplier compliance in partnership with finance and accounts payable.
+ Ability to lead negotiations around safety stock, consignment, rebates, and performance guarantees.
**Supplier Engagement & Performance Management**
+ Demonstrated ability to build strong supplier partnerships while driving accountability, performance, and continuous improvement across key categories.
+ Skilled in driving supplier scorecards, QBRs, and KPI discipline (lead times, stockouts, pricing adherence).
+ Ability to establish and scale preferred supplier programs across multiple plants while managing supplier/channel complexity and driving stakeholder adoption.
+ Expertise in managing supplier escalations, corrective actions, and recovery plans.
**Operational Partnership**
+ Track record of working effectively across operations, procurement, finance, planning, and leadership to move initiatives forward and deliver results.
+ Proven success reducing controllable stockouts and improving SAP usage and data reliability.
+ Capable of influencing stakeholders at plant, procurement, and executive levels to align on sourcing strategy, overcome resistance, and sustain change adoption.
**Leadership, Ownership & Communication**
+ Brings a high level of ownership, initiative, and strategic thinking, with the confidence to lead through ambiguity and drive meaningful change.
+ Clear, persuasive communicator with executive presence and the ability to present sourcing strategies and outcomes to senior leadership.
+ Known for building credibility through strong negotiation skills, emotional intelligence, executive presence, and an engaging, collaborative style.
**Technical & Systems Knowledge**
+ Strong analytical and Excel skills, including spend analysis and data interpretation, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a structured way.
+ Strong analytical capability to cleanse, normalize, segment, and interpret spend and supplier data to support decision-making and savings realization.
+ Familiarity with MRO taxonomies, category structures, and global classification standards.
**Skills/Requirements**
+ Minimum of a bachelor's degree in business, Finance, Engineering, Materials Management, Supply Chain, or a related field is required. A master's degree in business or a technical field is preferred.
+ Minimum of seven (7) years of professional experience is required, including at least two (2) years in MRO or similar industrial categories. Candidates with experience in complex manufacturing, industrial distribution, plant operations, or strategic sourcing environments will be especially well-positioned for success.
+ The ideal candidate brings experience leading strategic sourcing initiatives in complex environments, managing meaningful spend, influencing cross-functional teams, and turning data and supplier strategy into measurable business results.
+ Regular travel across Kohler sites is expected.
**_Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future._**
_We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you'll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period. The salary range for this position is $107,650 - $166,650. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation._
**Why Choose Kohler?**
We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we're driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.
**About Us**
It is Kohler's policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
_Work Mode: Onsite_
**Location: ** Onsite, four days per week - Kohler, WI
**Opportunity**
Join Kohler Co. in a high-impact sourcing leadership role where you will shape strategy, influence operations, and deliver measurable business results across a complex North American manufacturing network. As Category Leader - MRO, you will own a portfolio of 3 to 4 MRO subcategories within a broader category structure of approximately 8 to 10 subcategories, with accountability for supplier strategy, sourcing execution, contract development, preferred supplier alignment, and total cost of ownership. This role supports annual category spend within a larger MRO portfolio of approximately $130M to $180M and typically owns $30M+ in spend, with opportunities to influence $70M to $80M in sourcing activity across multiple plants.
This is a strategic, visible, hands-on opportunity for a sourcing professional who thrives in fast-paced, large-scale environments and wants to make a direct mark on cost, service, supplier performance, and plant operations. You will lead end-to-end sourcing initiatives, build and optimize supplier partnerships, negotiate commercial terms that create value, and work closely with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver sustainable savings and operational improvements. With strong executive exposure, meaningful ownership, and the chance to influence how MRO sourcing is managed across the business, this role offers an exciting path for someone ready to grow their career while driving real change.
**Specific Responsibilities**
+ Shape and execute category strategies for assigned MRO subcategories, delivering measurable cost savings, improved supplier performance, and stronger operational support across multiple Kohler plants.
+ Leverage advanced expertise in OEM vs. distributor pricing and market dynamics, alongside deep command of global MRO supply networks across multiple regions and countries, to optimize sourcing strategies and deliver value
+ Lead high-visibility, end-to-end sourcing events, from spend analysis and supplier market evaluation through negotiations, supplier selection, and implementation, with clear savings and performance targets.
+ Own supplier relationships for key MRO categories, including contract strategy, preferred supplier alignment, commercial negotiations, and performance management that improve value, service, and supply continuity.
+ Drive transformation in a complex MRO environment by balancing strategic sourcing initiatives with real-time issue resolution that keeps operations running effectively.
+ Partner with plant leaders, operations, maintenance, procurement, finance, and executive stakeholders to influence decisions, align on strategy, and accelerate adoption of sourcing improvements.
+ Modernize and optimize supplier networks through rationalization, negotiation, and commercial strategy to unlock cost, efficiency, and service improvements at scale.
+ Turn complex, imperfect spend data into actionable insights and sourcing strategies that support smart decisions, stronger supplier choices, and sustainable savings.
+ Lead multiple initiatives across sites, share best practices, and help shape the future of MRO sourcing within a business that values ownership, results, and continuous improvement.
**Required Competencies**
**Strategic & Financial Management**
+ Experience managing $30M+ in annual expenditure, ideally within a broader MRO or industrial sourcing environment spanning multiple sites and stakeholders.
+ Proven success leading large, high-value sourcing events and converting negotiations into realized savings and measurable business outcomes.
+ Skilled in TCO-based sourcing, cost modeling, and multi-year category road mapping.
+ Ability to bring structure to complex data, identify opportunities quickly, and translate analysis into sourcing strategies that create value.
**Contracting & Commercial Acumen**
+ Strong commercial acumen with experience in contracting, negotiation, and supplier agreements that drive both savings and operational performance.
+ Deep understanding of commercial levers including payment terms, invoice issue resolution, risk mitigation, and supplier compliance in partnership with finance and accounts payable.
+ Ability to lead negotiations around safety stock, consignment, rebates, and performance guarantees.
**Supplier Engagement & Performance Management**
+ Demonstrated ability to build strong supplier partnerships while driving accountability, performance, and continuous improvement across key categories.
+ Skilled in driving supplier scorecards, QBRs, and KPI discipline (lead times, stockouts, pricing adherence).
+ Ability to establish and scale preferred supplier programs across multiple plants while managing supplier/channel complexity and driving stakeholder adoption.
+ Expertise in managing supplier escalations, corrective actions, and recovery plans.
**Operational Partnership**
+ Track record of working effectively across operations, procurement, finance, planning, and leadership to move initiatives forward and deliver results.
+ Proven success reducing controllable stockouts and improving SAP usage and data reliability.
+ Capable of influencing stakeholders at plant, procurement, and executive levels to align on sourcing strategy, overcome resistance, and sustain change adoption.
**Leadership, Ownership & Communication**
+ Brings a high level of ownership, initiative, and strategic thinking, with the confidence to lead through ambiguity and drive meaningful change.
+ Clear, persuasive communicator with executive presence and the ability to present sourcing strategies and outcomes to senior leadership.
+ Known for building credibility through strong negotiation skills, emotional intelligence, executive presence, and an engaging, collaborative style.
**Technical & Systems Knowledge**
+ Strong analytical and Excel skills, including spend analysis and data interpretation, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a structured way.
+ Strong analytical capability to cleanse, normalize, segment, and interpret spend and supplier data to support decision-making and savings realization.
+ Familiarity with MRO taxonomies, category structures, and global classification standards.
**Skills/Requirements**
+ Minimum of a bachelor's degree in business, Finance, Engineering, Materials Management, Supply Chain, or a related field is required. A master's degree in business or a technical field is preferred.
+ Minimum of seven (7) years of professional experience is required, including at least two (2) years in MRO or similar industrial categories. Candidates with experience in complex manufacturing, industrial distribution, plant operations, or strategic sourcing environments will be especially well-positioned for success.
+ The ideal candidate brings experience leading strategic sourcing initiatives in complex environments, managing meaningful spend, influencing cross-functional teams, and turning data and supplier strategy into measurable business results.
+ Regular travel across Kohler sites is expected.
**_Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future._**
_We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you'll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period. The salary range for this position is $107,650 - $166,650. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation._
**Why Choose Kohler?**
We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we're driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.
**About Us**
It is Kohler's policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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Finance Manager, Sales & Standard Margin
53044 Kohler
Kohler Co.
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**Finance Manager, Sales & Standard Margin**
_Work Mode: Onsite_
**Location: ** Onsite, four days per week - Kohler, WI
**Opportunity**
The Finance Manager, FP& _A (Sales & Standard Margin),_ owns sales and standard margin forecasting, providing driver-based financial modeling, forward-looking insights, and forecast governance to support enterprise planning and decision-making.
This role partners with business and Finance leaders to align forecast assumptions, explain revenue and margin drivers, and ensure sales, margin, and financial outputs are connected and transparent.
The Finance Manager, FP& _A (Sales & Standard Margin)_ strengthens forecast discipline, integrity, auditability, and control compliance while improving the speed, accuracy, and business relevance of forecast updates.
**Specific Responsibilities**
+ Own sales and standard margin forecasting processes, outputs, and governance.
+ Build and maintain driver-based revenue and margin models.
+ Partner with business leaders to validate forecast assumptions and key drivers.
+ Translate volume, price, mix, and margin drivers into financial insights.
+ Provide forward-looking analysis of risks, opportunities, and performance trends.
+ Align sales forecasts, margin expectations, and financial projections.
+ Monitor and analyze rebates, promotional spend and sales deductions in coordination with Price-Margin Realization and business partners
+ Drive forecast discipline, transparency, and timely forecast updates.
+ Analyze forecast-to-actual variances and explain key business drivers.
+ Maintain documentation of forecast inputs, assumptions, changes, and outputs.
+ Ensure forecast integrity, auditability, and compliance with forecasting controls.
+ Prepare leadership-ready reporting and recommendations to support decisions.
+ Improve forecasting processes, model quality, and stakeholder confidence.
**Skills/Requirements**
+ Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Analytics, or a related field required; MBA or CPA preferred.
+ Minimum of 6 years of relevant finance, FP&A, accounting, or business analysis experience.
+ Experience with forecasting, driver-based modeling, sales and margin analysis, variance analysis, and business partnership preferred.
+ Strong analytical capability, forecast discipline, data accuracy, and ability to translate complex drivers into clear financial insights required.
\#LI-CM2
**_Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future._**
_We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you'll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period. The salary range for this position is $107,650 - $166,650. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation._
**Why Choose Kohler?**
We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we're driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.
**About Us**
It is Kohler's policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
_Work Mode: Onsite_
**Location: ** Onsite, four days per week - Kohler, WI
**Opportunity**
The Finance Manager, FP& _A (Sales & Standard Margin),_ owns sales and standard margin forecasting, providing driver-based financial modeling, forward-looking insights, and forecast governance to support enterprise planning and decision-making.
This role partners with business and Finance leaders to align forecast assumptions, explain revenue and margin drivers, and ensure sales, margin, and financial outputs are connected and transparent.
The Finance Manager, FP& _A (Sales & Standard Margin)_ strengthens forecast discipline, integrity, auditability, and control compliance while improving the speed, accuracy, and business relevance of forecast updates.
**Specific Responsibilities**
+ Own sales and standard margin forecasting processes, outputs, and governance.
+ Build and maintain driver-based revenue and margin models.
+ Partner with business leaders to validate forecast assumptions and key drivers.
+ Translate volume, price, mix, and margin drivers into financial insights.
+ Provide forward-looking analysis of risks, opportunities, and performance trends.
+ Align sales forecasts, margin expectations, and financial projections.
+ Monitor and analyze rebates, promotional spend and sales deductions in coordination with Price-Margin Realization and business partners
+ Drive forecast discipline, transparency, and timely forecast updates.
+ Analyze forecast-to-actual variances and explain key business drivers.
+ Maintain documentation of forecast inputs, assumptions, changes, and outputs.
+ Ensure forecast integrity, auditability, and compliance with forecasting controls.
+ Prepare leadership-ready reporting and recommendations to support decisions.
+ Improve forecasting processes, model quality, and stakeholder confidence.
**Skills/Requirements**
+ Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Analytics, or a related field required; MBA or CPA preferred.
+ Minimum of 6 years of relevant finance, FP&A, accounting, or business analysis experience.
+ Experience with forecasting, driver-based modeling, sales and margin analysis, variance analysis, and business partnership preferred.
+ Strong analytical capability, forecast discipline, data accuracy, and ability to translate complex drivers into clear financial insights required.
\#LI-CM2
**_Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future._**
_We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you'll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period. The salary range for this position is $107,650 - $166,650. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation._
**Why Choose Kohler?**
We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we're driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.
**About Us**
It is Kohler's policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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Project Leader II, Commercial Quality & Customer Support Engineering
53044 Kohler
Kohler Co.
Posted today
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Job Description
**Project Leader II, Commercial Quality & Customer Support Engineering**
_Work Mode: Remote_
**Location: ** Remote, USA
**Opportunity**
As a Project Leader - Commercial Technical Support/Customer Service Engineering, you will be at the center of solving high-impact commercial jobsite challenges for Kohler customers. This role blends project leadership, technical problem solving, customer advocacy, and cross-functional influence-partnering with Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, Sales, Marketing, and Customer Service to turn complex claims into clear resolutions, actionable insights, and lasting process improvements.
In this role, you will lead commercial jobsite claim resolution from intake through closure, balancing customer experience, business risk, warranty policy, and technical facts. You will create structure around ambiguous issues, align stakeholders on priorities and next steps, and communicate progress with clarity to business and executive leaders. The ideal candidate is energized by complex problem solving, confident navigating difficult conversations, and motivated to improve how work gets done across the enterprise.
**Specific Responsibilities:**
+ Lead commercial jobsite claim resolution from investigation through decision, ensuring timely, fact-based, customer-centered outcomes.
+ Translate complex technical, warranty, and customer information into clear project plans, action items, status updates, and recommendations.
+ Partner cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, Marketing, Sales, and Customer Service to identify root causes, drive corrective action, and prevent repeat issues.
+ Manage business and executive-level communications, escalating risks, tradeoffs, and decisions at the right time and with the right level of detail.
+ Interpret and negotiate Kohler warranty policies, goodwill requests, concealed damage claims, and commercial claim classifications with sound judgment and professionalism.
+ Collect, analyze, and summarize claim data to identify product quality trends, emerging risks, and opportunities to improve customer experience.
+ Review defective material at key wholesale distributor locations and ensure findings are accurately classified, documented, and communicated.
+ Lead process improvements that make claim resolution more consistent, efficient, and scalable across the organization.
+ Prepare documentation, summaries, and technical information that support decisions, corrective actions, and long-term prevention strategies.
+ Serve as a trusted peer and mentor, helping others navigate complex claims, stakeholder expectations, and customer-sensitive situations.
**Skills/Requirements**
+ Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, operations, project management, or a related field
+ 3+ years of relevant experience in project coordination, customer service, warranty/claims, quality, technical support, manufacturing, engineering, or a related environment.
+ Experience with plumbing, commercial jobsites, wholesale distribution, manufacturing, warranty claims, or technical service preferred.
+ Demonstrated ability to plan, prioritize, and coordinate multiple workstreams, risks, stakeholders, and deadlines with limited supervision.
+ Strong technical aptitude with the ability to understand product issues, ask effective diagnostic questions, interpret data, and connect findings to practical solutions.
+ Proven ability to manage complexity, synthesize high-volume or conflicting information, identify root causes, and recommend clear next steps.
+ Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to tailor messages for customers, business partners, technical teams, and executive audiences.
+ Comfort balancing the needs of multiple stakeholders while protecting the customer experience, Kohler brand, business policy, and operational priorities.
+ Experience negotiating difficult situations, influencing without direct authority, and gaining alignment across functions.
+ Analytical mindset with experience collecting, organizing, and using data to support decisions, track trends, and drive corrective action.
+ Composure, persistence, and sound judgment in high-pressure or ambiguous situations.
\#LI-SW1
\#LI-Remote
**_Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future._**
_We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you'll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period. The salary range for this position is $77,200 - $117,300. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation._
**Why Choose Kohler?**
We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we're driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.
**About Us**
It is Kohler's policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
_Work Mode: Remote_
**Location: ** Remote, USA
**Opportunity**
As a Project Leader - Commercial Technical Support/Customer Service Engineering, you will be at the center of solving high-impact commercial jobsite challenges for Kohler customers. This role blends project leadership, technical problem solving, customer advocacy, and cross-functional influence-partnering with Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, Sales, Marketing, and Customer Service to turn complex claims into clear resolutions, actionable insights, and lasting process improvements.
In this role, you will lead commercial jobsite claim resolution from intake through closure, balancing customer experience, business risk, warranty policy, and technical facts. You will create structure around ambiguous issues, align stakeholders on priorities and next steps, and communicate progress with clarity to business and executive leaders. The ideal candidate is energized by complex problem solving, confident navigating difficult conversations, and motivated to improve how work gets done across the enterprise.
**Specific Responsibilities:**
+ Lead commercial jobsite claim resolution from investigation through decision, ensuring timely, fact-based, customer-centered outcomes.
+ Translate complex technical, warranty, and customer information into clear project plans, action items, status updates, and recommendations.
+ Partner cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, Marketing, Sales, and Customer Service to identify root causes, drive corrective action, and prevent repeat issues.
+ Manage business and executive-level communications, escalating risks, tradeoffs, and decisions at the right time and with the right level of detail.
+ Interpret and negotiate Kohler warranty policies, goodwill requests, concealed damage claims, and commercial claim classifications with sound judgment and professionalism.
+ Collect, analyze, and summarize claim data to identify product quality trends, emerging risks, and opportunities to improve customer experience.
+ Review defective material at key wholesale distributor locations and ensure findings are accurately classified, documented, and communicated.
+ Lead process improvements that make claim resolution more consistent, efficient, and scalable across the organization.
+ Prepare documentation, summaries, and technical information that support decisions, corrective actions, and long-term prevention strategies.
+ Serve as a trusted peer and mentor, helping others navigate complex claims, stakeholder expectations, and customer-sensitive situations.
**Skills/Requirements**
+ Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, operations, project management, or a related field
+ 3+ years of relevant experience in project coordination, customer service, warranty/claims, quality, technical support, manufacturing, engineering, or a related environment.
+ Experience with plumbing, commercial jobsites, wholesale distribution, manufacturing, warranty claims, or technical service preferred.
+ Demonstrated ability to plan, prioritize, and coordinate multiple workstreams, risks, stakeholders, and deadlines with limited supervision.
+ Strong technical aptitude with the ability to understand product issues, ask effective diagnostic questions, interpret data, and connect findings to practical solutions.
+ Proven ability to manage complexity, synthesize high-volume or conflicting information, identify root causes, and recommend clear next steps.
+ Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to tailor messages for customers, business partners, technical teams, and executive audiences.
+ Comfort balancing the needs of multiple stakeholders while protecting the customer experience, Kohler brand, business policy, and operational priorities.
+ Experience negotiating difficult situations, influencing without direct authority, and gaining alignment across functions.
+ Analytical mindset with experience collecting, organizing, and using data to support decisions, track trends, and drive corrective action.
+ Composure, persistence, and sound judgment in high-pressure or ambiguous situations.
\#LI-SW1
\#LI-Remote
**_Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future._**
_We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you'll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period. The salary range for this position is $77,200 - $117,300. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation._
**Why Choose Kohler?**
We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we're driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.
**About Us**
It is Kohler's policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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Electrical Technician IV
53044 Kohler
Kohler Co.
Posted today
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**Electrical Technician IV**
_Work Mode: Onsite_
**Location: ** Onsite in Kohler, WI
**Opportunity**
This is more than a job posting for Kohler Company, one of the oldest and largest privately held companies in North America. This is an invitation to collaborate and apply your craft to the reliability and maintenance of manufacturing assets and electrical equipment.
The successful candidate will not only provide input for our electrical infrastructure program but will also lead predictive programs and maintenance for our secondary unit substations across the campus. An understanding and application of the NEC, NFPA 70B, and NFPA 70E will forward our long-term reliability goals. Strong leadership skills and the ability to follow in dynamic situations are required to problem solve and determine corrective actions in real time.
This position will require occasional travel time.
**Maintenance Strategies**
+ Partner with various maintenance and operations groups to create maintenance strategies for equipment using FMEA's, OEM recommendations, and industry best practices.
+ Create bills of materials for equipment using best practices to determine stock quantities.
+ Determine criticality of equipment and provide input on CMMS equipment structure.
**Predictive Technologies**
+ Drive the Kohler Co. maintenance organization to world-class status by developing and implementing innovative maintenance and reliability practices.
+ Interpret and trend maintenance test results for electrical distribution equipment and recommend corrective actions based on analysis of severity.
+ Utilize various predictive tools and technologies to improve reliability of assets.
+ Lead smart factory initiatives by implementing and improving various continuous monitoring systems. (removed from level 3)
**Electrical Distribution Equipment Maintenance**
+ Manage the strategic maintenance of electrical distribution equipment such as: busways, cables, circuit breakers, metering, panelboards, relays, switchboards, switchgear, & transformers.
+ Mentor junior electricians in areas of electrical distribution equipment maintenance to reduce induced failures and improve overall reliability. (removed from level 3)
+ Analyze the effectiveness of maintenance techniques and work with maintenance teams to improve various maintenance programs, including dissolved gas analysis (DGA) and oil analysis, infrared scanning, partial discharge analysis, and unit substation maintenance.
+ Respond to electrical emergencies and lead the recovery process.
**Design for Reliability and Continuous Improvement**
+ Collaborate with project engineers on the selection and implementation of new electrical distribution equipment.
+ Provide input for and improve the condition assessment ranking system that drives the capital plan for the replacement of key electrical distribution equipment.
+ Develop standards and procedures for maintenance processes.
**Skills/Requirements**
+ Journeyman Electrician, Master Electrician or Lineman program completion required.
+ Associate of Science degree in Electrical Technology, Engineering Automation or similar field preferred.
+ Certified Maintenance Reliability Professional (CMRP) certificate or Certified Maintenance Reliability Technician (CMRT) certificate preferred.
+ Six+ years of relevant work experience.
+ Experience with electrical distribution equipment
+ CMMS experience desired, SAP knowledge
+ Competent use of Microsoft Office products
\#LI-SW1
\#LI-Onsite
**_Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future._**
_We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you'll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period. The hourly range for this position is $36.05 - $54.05. The specific hourly rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including candidate's education and work location._
**Why Choose Kohler?**
We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we're driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.
**About Us**
It is Kohler's policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
_Work Mode: Onsite_
**Location: ** Onsite in Kohler, WI
**Opportunity**
This is more than a job posting for Kohler Company, one of the oldest and largest privately held companies in North America. This is an invitation to collaborate and apply your craft to the reliability and maintenance of manufacturing assets and electrical equipment.
The successful candidate will not only provide input for our electrical infrastructure program but will also lead predictive programs and maintenance for our secondary unit substations across the campus. An understanding and application of the NEC, NFPA 70B, and NFPA 70E will forward our long-term reliability goals. Strong leadership skills and the ability to follow in dynamic situations are required to problem solve and determine corrective actions in real time.
This position will require occasional travel time.
**Maintenance Strategies**
+ Partner with various maintenance and operations groups to create maintenance strategies for equipment using FMEA's, OEM recommendations, and industry best practices.
+ Create bills of materials for equipment using best practices to determine stock quantities.
+ Determine criticality of equipment and provide input on CMMS equipment structure.
**Predictive Technologies**
+ Drive the Kohler Co. maintenance organization to world-class status by developing and implementing innovative maintenance and reliability practices.
+ Interpret and trend maintenance test results for electrical distribution equipment and recommend corrective actions based on analysis of severity.
+ Utilize various predictive tools and technologies to improve reliability of assets.
+ Lead smart factory initiatives by implementing and improving various continuous monitoring systems. (removed from level 3)
**Electrical Distribution Equipment Maintenance**
+ Manage the strategic maintenance of electrical distribution equipment such as: busways, cables, circuit breakers, metering, panelboards, relays, switchboards, switchgear, & transformers.
+ Mentor junior electricians in areas of electrical distribution equipment maintenance to reduce induced failures and improve overall reliability. (removed from level 3)
+ Analyze the effectiveness of maintenance techniques and work with maintenance teams to improve various maintenance programs, including dissolved gas analysis (DGA) and oil analysis, infrared scanning, partial discharge analysis, and unit substation maintenance.
+ Respond to electrical emergencies and lead the recovery process.
**Design for Reliability and Continuous Improvement**
+ Collaborate with project engineers on the selection and implementation of new electrical distribution equipment.
+ Provide input for and improve the condition assessment ranking system that drives the capital plan for the replacement of key electrical distribution equipment.
+ Develop standards and procedures for maintenance processes.
**Skills/Requirements**
+ Journeyman Electrician, Master Electrician or Lineman program completion required.
+ Associate of Science degree in Electrical Technology, Engineering Automation or similar field preferred.
+ Certified Maintenance Reliability Professional (CMRP) certificate or Certified Maintenance Reliability Technician (CMRT) certificate preferred.
+ Six+ years of relevant work experience.
+ Experience with electrical distribution equipment
+ CMMS experience desired, SAP knowledge
+ Competent use of Microsoft Office products
\#LI-SW1
\#LI-Onsite
**_Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future._**
_We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you'll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period. The hourly range for this position is $36.05 - $54.05. The specific hourly rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including candidate's education and work location._
**Why Choose Kohler?**
We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we're driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.
**About Us**
It is Kohler's policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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Engineer, WasteLAB Materials
53044 Kohler
Kohler Co.
Posted today
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**Engineer, WasteLAB Materials**
_Work Mode: Onsite_
**Location: ** Onsite - Kohler, WI
**Opportunity**
Join KOHLER WasteLAB® as an Engineer and play a pivotal role in transforming manufacturing waste into innovative, sustainable products that combine purpose, performance, and design. This hands-on engineering opportunity offers the chance to lead material innovation initiatives, support new product development, optimize manufacturing processes, and drive continuous improvement projects that directly advance Kohler's sustainability goals. Working cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, marketing, and technical teams, you will apply your technical expertise to develop new materials, improve production capabilities, manage critical master data and reporting, and help bring groundbreaking circular-economy solutions from concept to commercialization.
**Responsibilities** :
+ Support WasteLAB improvement projects with a focus on materials innovation and material handling/mixing technologies.
+ Owns the WasteLAB organization's master data collection and reporting.
+ Creates standardized performance reports at the appropriate cadence.
+ Owns WasteLAB inventory recording including updating daily production, closing sales, and cycle counts.
+ Supports material sourcing projects when applicable.
+ Transitions 3rd party vendors online for services required by WasteLAB (material sourcing and production).
+ Supports all WasteLAB NPD projects by acting as a liaison between technical groups (master data, engineering, codes & standards, and marketing).
+ Supports WasteLAB MFG process and NPD projects by creating standard operating procedures.
+ Prepares project plans including technical objectives, schedule plans, maintain project records, and prepares technical, cost, and other reports to show project progress.
+ Maintain complete records of all trials performed, procedures used, and results obtained.
+ Highlight and communicate deviations from standards and guidelines. Draw basic evaluation conclusions and recommendations.
+ Supports WasteLAB capital projects by assisting in specifying equipment, designing production flows, and managing project timelines and budgets.
**Skills/Requirements**
+ A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering is required; a Master's Degree in Engineering is preferred.
+ Highly proficient in MS Office package: Excel, Access, and Copilot for master data collection and reporting.
+ Experience with SAP is preferred.
+ Proficient in engineering statistics including but not limited to descriptive statistics, inferential statistics, and reliability engineering.
+ 2+ years of industrial manufacturing experience preferred.
+ Specific areas of expertise such as new material formulation, surface enhancement, coating development, and other material research and development related activities are desirable for this position
\#LI-BV1
\#LI-Onsite
**_Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future._**
_We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you'll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period. The salary range for this position is $83,550 - $127,550. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation._
**Why Choose Kohler?**
We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we're driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.
**About Us**
It is Kohler's policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
_Work Mode: Onsite_
**Location: ** Onsite - Kohler, WI
**Opportunity**
Join KOHLER WasteLAB® as an Engineer and play a pivotal role in transforming manufacturing waste into innovative, sustainable products that combine purpose, performance, and design. This hands-on engineering opportunity offers the chance to lead material innovation initiatives, support new product development, optimize manufacturing processes, and drive continuous improvement projects that directly advance Kohler's sustainability goals. Working cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, marketing, and technical teams, you will apply your technical expertise to develop new materials, improve production capabilities, manage critical master data and reporting, and help bring groundbreaking circular-economy solutions from concept to commercialization.
**Responsibilities** :
+ Support WasteLAB improvement projects with a focus on materials innovation and material handling/mixing technologies.
+ Owns the WasteLAB organization's master data collection and reporting.
+ Creates standardized performance reports at the appropriate cadence.
+ Owns WasteLAB inventory recording including updating daily production, closing sales, and cycle counts.
+ Supports material sourcing projects when applicable.
+ Transitions 3rd party vendors online for services required by WasteLAB (material sourcing and production).
+ Supports all WasteLAB NPD projects by acting as a liaison between technical groups (master data, engineering, codes & standards, and marketing).
+ Supports WasteLAB MFG process and NPD projects by creating standard operating procedures.
+ Prepares project plans including technical objectives, schedule plans, maintain project records, and prepares technical, cost, and other reports to show project progress.
+ Maintain complete records of all trials performed, procedures used, and results obtained.
+ Highlight and communicate deviations from standards and guidelines. Draw basic evaluation conclusions and recommendations.
+ Supports WasteLAB capital projects by assisting in specifying equipment, designing production flows, and managing project timelines and budgets.
**Skills/Requirements**
+ A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering is required; a Master's Degree in Engineering is preferred.
+ Highly proficient in MS Office package: Excel, Access, and Copilot for master data collection and reporting.
+ Experience with SAP is preferred.
+ Proficient in engineering statistics including but not limited to descriptive statistics, inferential statistics, and reliability engineering.
+ 2+ years of industrial manufacturing experience preferred.
+ Specific areas of expertise such as new material formulation, surface enhancement, coating development, and other material research and development related activities are desirable for this position
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\#LI-Onsite
**_Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future._**
_We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you'll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period. The salary range for this position is $83,550 - $127,550. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation._
**Why Choose Kohler?**
We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we're driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.
**About Us**
It is Kohler's policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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Houseperson Full-Time, The American Club ($1000 sign on bonus)
53044 Kohler
Kohler Co.
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**Houseperson Full-Time, The American Club ($1000 sign on bonus)**
_Work Mode: Onsite_
**Location:** Kohler, WI
**Opportunity**
Respond promptly to requests from guests and other departments. Identify and report preventative or other maintenance issues in public areas or guest rooms. Performs any combination of the following tasks to maintain guestrooms, working areas, and the hotel premises in general in a clean and orderly manner.
**SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Dusts and polishes metalwork.
+ Collects soiled linen for laundering.
+ Maintains housekeeping carts.
+ Removes trash collected by Room Attendants.
+ Walk all assigned floors at beginning and end of shift to collect newspapers, trash, soiled linen.
+ Pickup clean linen and refill the par stock of linen on each floor closet.
+ Deliver towels, cribs, cots and other items to the guest rooms on requests.
+ Perform duties of Room Attendant when necessary.
+ Sort linen, stock room, and attendant closets.
+ Refill the par stock of guest amenities and supplies on each floor closet.
+ Help the Room Attendants with the heavy lifting as needed.
+ Clean all hotel guest corridors while following department standard operating procedures.
+ Assist Room Attendants with placing bed boards, roll-ways beds, extra bed etc.
+ Report missing / found articles, damage or merchandise problems to the housekeeping supervisors.
+ Respond at all times in a friendly, helpful manner to guests and other colleagues.
+ Take up any tasks assigned by the supervisors as and when needed.
+ Adhere to uniform and grooming standards as assigned by venue.
+ Use radio to relay info
This is a full-time position. Applicants must have weekdays and weekends availability working primarily 8:00am - 4:30pm.
**Skills/Requirements**
+ High School Diploma is preferred but not required.
+ Prior hotel/lodging experience is preferred but not required (level I).
+ Candidate must speak, write, and/or understand English preferred but not required.
+ Must be detail oriented.
**_Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future._**
_The hourly range for this position is $12.75 - $19.15. The specific hourly rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location._
**Why Work at Kohler Co?**
Kohler Co.'s mission is to contribute to a higher level of gracious living for those who are touched by our products and services. We understand that it takes investment in our associates' development to make that happen. So, we offer ongoing investment in each individual's personal development and the opportunity to collaborate with others across functions and roles at Kohler.
In addition to the investment in your development, Kohler offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with company matching, and more!
**About Us**
Beyond the competitive benefits and compensation, Kohler proudly offers a rich history, steeped in creativity and a commitment to our associates and communities. We invite you to learn more about our culture and company at .
It is Kohler's policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified personnel in all job classifications without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
We invite you to learn more about equal employment opportunity by reviewing the FederalEEO is the Law ( and theEEO is the Law Supplement ( .
_Work Mode: Onsite_
**Location:** Kohler, WI
**Opportunity**
Respond promptly to requests from guests and other departments. Identify and report preventative or other maintenance issues in public areas or guest rooms. Performs any combination of the following tasks to maintain guestrooms, working areas, and the hotel premises in general in a clean and orderly manner.
**SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Dusts and polishes metalwork.
+ Collects soiled linen for laundering.
+ Maintains housekeeping carts.
+ Removes trash collected by Room Attendants.
+ Walk all assigned floors at beginning and end of shift to collect newspapers, trash, soiled linen.
+ Pickup clean linen and refill the par stock of linen on each floor closet.
+ Deliver towels, cribs, cots and other items to the guest rooms on requests.
+ Perform duties of Room Attendant when necessary.
+ Sort linen, stock room, and attendant closets.
+ Refill the par stock of guest amenities and supplies on each floor closet.
+ Help the Room Attendants with the heavy lifting as needed.
+ Clean all hotel guest corridors while following department standard operating procedures.
+ Assist Room Attendants with placing bed boards, roll-ways beds, extra bed etc.
+ Report missing / found articles, damage or merchandise problems to the housekeeping supervisors.
+ Respond at all times in a friendly, helpful manner to guests and other colleagues.
+ Take up any tasks assigned by the supervisors as and when needed.
+ Adhere to uniform and grooming standards as assigned by venue.
+ Use radio to relay info
This is a full-time position. Applicants must have weekdays and weekends availability working primarily 8:00am - 4:30pm.
**Skills/Requirements**
+ High School Diploma is preferred but not required.
+ Prior hotel/lodging experience is preferred but not required (level I).
+ Candidate must speak, write, and/or understand English preferred but not required.
+ Must be detail oriented.
**_Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future._**
_The hourly range for this position is $12.75 - $19.15. The specific hourly rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location._
**Why Work at Kohler Co?**
Kohler Co.'s mission is to contribute to a higher level of gracious living for those who are touched by our products and services. We understand that it takes investment in our associates' development to make that happen. So, we offer ongoing investment in each individual's personal development and the opportunity to collaborate with others across functions and roles at Kohler.
In addition to the investment in your development, Kohler offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with company matching, and more!
**About Us**
Beyond the competitive benefits and compensation, Kohler proudly offers a rich history, steeped in creativity and a commitment to our associates and communities. We invite you to learn more about our culture and company at .
It is Kohler's policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified personnel in all job classifications without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
We invite you to learn more about equal employment opportunity by reviewing the FederalEEO is the Law ( and theEEO is the Law Supplement ( .
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Staff Engineer, Electronics & Embedded Firmware
53044 Kohler
Kohler Co.
Posted today
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Job Description
**Staff Engineer, Electronics & Embedded Firmware**
_Work Mode: Onsite_
**Location: ** Onsite, four days per week - Kohler, WI
**Opportunity**
Are you a firmware engineer eager to advance your career with a distinguished, privately-held company? If you thrive on new product development and have a passion for pioneering innovation, this opportunity is for you. As a Staff Engineer in Electronics - Embedded Firmware, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Kitchen and Bath products, including smart home connected devices. You will collaborate with a talented, cross-functional global team dedicated to launching industry-leading products that exceed customer expectations. Your expertise will be instrumental in driving in-depth design and development, evaluating the technical feasibility of emerging concepts, and contributing valuable insights during Technical Design Reviews. This position offers the chance to bring creative ideas to life and make a lasting impact on product categories across the board.
**Specific Responsibilities:**
+ Responsible for the design, development, verification, and maintenance of firmware to enable new Kitchen and Bath products.
+ Work with cross-functional teams to develop system and firmware requirements for new products. Document these requirements appropriately.
+ Support the maintenance and updates for existing products throughout the product life cycle.
+ Develop and document system firmware architectures.
+ Write firmware for use in device control systems, user interfaces, data acquisition devices, sensor interfaces and communication modules.
+ Support the verification and release to production.
+ Use tools such as emulators, debuggers, oscilloscopes to debug and verify proper operation of system firmware.
+ Work in a team environment to develop firmware requirements, architecture, and structure.
+ Work on special projects as dictated by the needs of the department. These projects will be technical in nature.
**Skills/Requirements**
+ A minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited (or equivalent) institution is required.
+ 6+ years of experience in Electrical Engineering, Computer, or Computer Science Engineering.
+ Expert level knowledge of the following programming languages: C, C++, Python.
+ Demonstrated experience in firmware design and documentation practices.
+ Demonstrated experience in writing firmware for applications incorporating RTOS.
+ Demonstrated understanding of object oriented programming.
+ Experience with wired and wireless communication protocols: RS485, BLE, WiFi, TCP/IP.
+ Good understanding of Hardware including schematics and microcontroller based controls.
+ Good organizational capability and high attention to detail.
+ Ability to work on multiple tasks in a timely fashion with minimal supervision.
+ Development of firmware in a professional, team-oriented environment.
\#LI-SC2
\#LI-Onsite
**_Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future._**
_We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you'll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period. The salary range for this position is $103,900 - $160,000. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation._
**Why Choose Kohler?**
We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we're driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.
**About Us**
It is Kohler's policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
_Work Mode: Onsite_
**Location: ** Onsite, four days per week - Kohler, WI
**Opportunity**
Are you a firmware engineer eager to advance your career with a distinguished, privately-held company? If you thrive on new product development and have a passion for pioneering innovation, this opportunity is for you. As a Staff Engineer in Electronics - Embedded Firmware, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Kitchen and Bath products, including smart home connected devices. You will collaborate with a talented, cross-functional global team dedicated to launching industry-leading products that exceed customer expectations. Your expertise will be instrumental in driving in-depth design and development, evaluating the technical feasibility of emerging concepts, and contributing valuable insights during Technical Design Reviews. This position offers the chance to bring creative ideas to life and make a lasting impact on product categories across the board.
**Specific Responsibilities:**
+ Responsible for the design, development, verification, and maintenance of firmware to enable new Kitchen and Bath products.
+ Work with cross-functional teams to develop system and firmware requirements for new products. Document these requirements appropriately.
+ Support the maintenance and updates for existing products throughout the product life cycle.
+ Develop and document system firmware architectures.
+ Write firmware for use in device control systems, user interfaces, data acquisition devices, sensor interfaces and communication modules.
+ Support the verification and release to production.
+ Use tools such as emulators, debuggers, oscilloscopes to debug and verify proper operation of system firmware.
+ Work in a team environment to develop firmware requirements, architecture, and structure.
+ Work on special projects as dictated by the needs of the department. These projects will be technical in nature.
**Skills/Requirements**
+ A minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited (or equivalent) institution is required.
+ 6+ years of experience in Electrical Engineering, Computer, or Computer Science Engineering.
+ Expert level knowledge of the following programming languages: C, C++, Python.
+ Demonstrated experience in firmware design and documentation practices.
+ Demonstrated experience in writing firmware for applications incorporating RTOS.
+ Demonstrated understanding of object oriented programming.
+ Experience with wired and wireless communication protocols: RS485, BLE, WiFi, TCP/IP.
+ Good understanding of Hardware including schematics and microcontroller based controls.
+ Good organizational capability and high attention to detail.
+ Ability to work on multiple tasks in a timely fashion with minimal supervision.
+ Development of firmware in a professional, team-oriented environment.
\#LI-SC2
\#LI-Onsite
**_Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future._**
_We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you'll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period. The salary range for this position is $103,900 - $160,000. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation._
**Why Choose Kohler?**
We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we're driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.
**About Us**
It is Kohler's policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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Category Leader, MRO
35808
Kohler Co.
Posted today
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**Category Leader, MRO**
_Work Mode: Onsite_
**Location: ** Onsite, four days per week - Huntsville, AL
**Opportunity**
Join Kohler Co. in a high-impact sourcing leadership role where you will shape strategy, influence operations, and deliver measurable business results across a complex North American manufacturing network. As Category Leader - MRO, you will own a portfolio of 3 to 4 MRO subcategories within a broader category structure of approximately 8 to 10 subcategories, with accountability for supplier strategy, sourcing execution, contract development, preferred supplier alignment, and total cost of ownership. This role supports annual category spend within a larger MRO portfolio of approximately $130M to $180M and typically owns $30M+ in spend, with opportunities to influence $70M to $80M in sourcing activity across multiple plants.
This is a strategic, visible, hands-on opportunity for a sourcing professional who thrives in fast-paced, large-scale environments and wants to make a direct mark on cost, service, supplier performance, and plant operations. You will lead end-to-end sourcing initiatives, build and optimize supplier partnerships, negotiate commercial terms that create value, and work closely with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver sustainable savings and operational improvements. With strong executive exposure, meaningful ownership, and the chance to influence how MRO sourcing is managed across the business, this role offers an exciting path for someone ready to grow their career while driving real change.
**Specific Responsibilities**
+ Shape and execute category strategies for assigned MRO subcategories, delivering measurable cost savings, improved supplier performance, and stronger operational support across multiple Kohler plants.
+ Leverage advanced expertise in OEM vs. distributor pricing and market dynamics, alongside deep command of global MRO supply networks across multiple regions and countries, to optimize sourcing strategies and deliver value
+ Lead high-visibility, end-to-end sourcing events, from spend analysis and supplier market evaluation through negotiations, supplier selection, and implementation, with clear savings and performance targets.
+ Own supplier relationships for key MRO categories, including contract strategy, preferred supplier alignment, commercial negotiations, and performance management that improve value, service, and supply continuity.
+ Drive transformation in a complex MRO environment by balancing strategic sourcing initiatives with real-time issue resolution that keeps operations running effectively.
+ Partner with plant leaders, operations, maintenance, procurement, finance, and executive stakeholders to influence decisions, align on strategy, and accelerate adoption of sourcing improvements.
+ Modernize and optimize supplier networks through rationalization, negotiation, and commercial strategy to unlock cost, efficiency, and service improvements at scale.
+ Turn complex, imperfect spend data into actionable insights and sourcing strategies that support smart decisions, stronger supplier choices, and sustainable savings.
+ Lead multiple initiatives across sites, share best practices, and help shape the future of MRO sourcing within a business that values ownership, results, and continuous improvement.
**Required Competencies**
**Strategic & Financial Management**
+ Experience managing $30M+ in annual expenditure, ideally within a broader MRO or industrial sourcing environment spanning multiple sites and stakeholders.
+ Proven success leading large, high-value sourcing events and converting negotiations into realized savings and measurable business outcomes.
+ Skilled in TCO-based sourcing, cost modeling, and multi-year category road mapping.
+ Ability to bring structure to complex data, identify opportunities quickly, and translate analysis into sourcing strategies that create value.
**Contracting & Commercial Acumen**
+ Strong commercial acumen with experience in contracting, negotiation, and supplier agreements that drive both savings and operational performance.
+ Deep understanding of commercial levers including payment terms, invoice issue resolution, risk mitigation, and supplier compliance in partnership with finance and accounts payable.
+ Ability to lead negotiations around safety stock, consignment, rebates, and performance guarantees.
**Supplier Engagement & Performance Management**
+ Demonstrated ability to build strong supplier partnerships while driving accountability, performance, and continuous improvement across key categories.
+ Skilled in driving supplier scorecards, QBRs, and KPI discipline (lead times, stockouts, pricing adherence).
+ Ability to establish and scale preferred supplier programs across multiple plants while managing supplier/channel complexity and driving stakeholder adoption.
+ Expertise in managing supplier escalations, corrective actions, and recovery plans.
**Operational Partnership**
+ Track record of working effectively across operations, procurement, finance, planning, and leadership to move initiatives forward and deliver results.
+ Proven success reducing controllable stockouts and improving SAP usage and data reliability.
+ Capable of influencing stakeholders at plant, procurement, and executive levels to align on sourcing strategy, overcome resistance, and sustain change adoption.
**Leadership, Ownership & Communication**
+ Brings a high level of ownership, initiative, and strategic thinking, with the confidence to lead through ambiguity and drive meaningful change.
+ Clear, persuasive communicator with executive presence and the ability to present sourcing strategies and outcomes to senior leadership.
+ Known for building credibility through strong negotiation skills, emotional intelligence, executive presence, and an engaging, collaborative style.
**Technical & Systems Knowledge**
+ Strong analytical and Excel skills, including spend analysis and data interpretation, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a structured way.
+ Strong analytical capability to cleanse, normalize, segment, and interpret spend and supplier data to support decision-making and savings realization.
+ Familiarity with MRO taxonomies, category structures, and global classification standards.
**Skills/Requirements**
+ Minimum of a bachelor's degree in business, Finance, Engineering, Materials Management, Supply Chain, or a related field is required. A master's degree in business or a technical field is preferred.
+ Minimum of seven (7) years of professional experience is required, including at least two (2) years in MRO or similar industrial categories. Candidates with experience in complex manufacturing, industrial distribution, plant operations, or strategic sourcing environments will be especially well-positioned for success.
+ The ideal candidate brings experience leading strategic sourcing initiatives in complex environments, managing meaningful spend, influencing cross-functional teams, and turning data and supplier strategy into measurable business results.
+ Regular travel across Kohler sites is expected.
**_Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future._**
_We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you'll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period. The salary range for this position is $107,650 - $166,650. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation._
**Why Choose Kohler?**
We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we're driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.
**About Us**
It is Kohler's policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
_Work Mode: Onsite_
**Location: ** Onsite, four days per week - Huntsville, AL
**Opportunity**
Join Kohler Co. in a high-impact sourcing leadership role where you will shape strategy, influence operations, and deliver measurable business results across a complex North American manufacturing network. As Category Leader - MRO, you will own a portfolio of 3 to 4 MRO subcategories within a broader category structure of approximately 8 to 10 subcategories, with accountability for supplier strategy, sourcing execution, contract development, preferred supplier alignment, and total cost of ownership. This role supports annual category spend within a larger MRO portfolio of approximately $130M to $180M and typically owns $30M+ in spend, with opportunities to influence $70M to $80M in sourcing activity across multiple plants.
This is a strategic, visible, hands-on opportunity for a sourcing professional who thrives in fast-paced, large-scale environments and wants to make a direct mark on cost, service, supplier performance, and plant operations. You will lead end-to-end sourcing initiatives, build and optimize supplier partnerships, negotiate commercial terms that create value, and work closely with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver sustainable savings and operational improvements. With strong executive exposure, meaningful ownership, and the chance to influence how MRO sourcing is managed across the business, this role offers an exciting path for someone ready to grow their career while driving real change.
**Specific Responsibilities**
+ Shape and execute category strategies for assigned MRO subcategories, delivering measurable cost savings, improved supplier performance, and stronger operational support across multiple Kohler plants.
+ Leverage advanced expertise in OEM vs. distributor pricing and market dynamics, alongside deep command of global MRO supply networks across multiple regions and countries, to optimize sourcing strategies and deliver value
+ Lead high-visibility, end-to-end sourcing events, from spend analysis and supplier market evaluation through negotiations, supplier selection, and implementation, with clear savings and performance targets.
+ Own supplier relationships for key MRO categories, including contract strategy, preferred supplier alignment, commercial negotiations, and performance management that improve value, service, and supply continuity.
+ Drive transformation in a complex MRO environment by balancing strategic sourcing initiatives with real-time issue resolution that keeps operations running effectively.
+ Partner with plant leaders, operations, maintenance, procurement, finance, and executive stakeholders to influence decisions, align on strategy, and accelerate adoption of sourcing improvements.
+ Modernize and optimize supplier networks through rationalization, negotiation, and commercial strategy to unlock cost, efficiency, and service improvements at scale.
+ Turn complex, imperfect spend data into actionable insights and sourcing strategies that support smart decisions, stronger supplier choices, and sustainable savings.
+ Lead multiple initiatives across sites, share best practices, and help shape the future of MRO sourcing within a business that values ownership, results, and continuous improvement.
**Required Competencies**
**Strategic & Financial Management**
+ Experience managing $30M+ in annual expenditure, ideally within a broader MRO or industrial sourcing environment spanning multiple sites and stakeholders.
+ Proven success leading large, high-value sourcing events and converting negotiations into realized savings and measurable business outcomes.
+ Skilled in TCO-based sourcing, cost modeling, and multi-year category road mapping.
+ Ability to bring structure to complex data, identify opportunities quickly, and translate analysis into sourcing strategies that create value.
**Contracting & Commercial Acumen**
+ Strong commercial acumen with experience in contracting, negotiation, and supplier agreements that drive both savings and operational performance.
+ Deep understanding of commercial levers including payment terms, invoice issue resolution, risk mitigation, and supplier compliance in partnership with finance and accounts payable.
+ Ability to lead negotiations around safety stock, consignment, rebates, and performance guarantees.
**Supplier Engagement & Performance Management**
+ Demonstrated ability to build strong supplier partnerships while driving accountability, performance, and continuous improvement across key categories.
+ Skilled in driving supplier scorecards, QBRs, and KPI discipline (lead times, stockouts, pricing adherence).
+ Ability to establish and scale preferred supplier programs across multiple plants while managing supplier/channel complexity and driving stakeholder adoption.
+ Expertise in managing supplier escalations, corrective actions, and recovery plans.
**Operational Partnership**
+ Track record of working effectively across operations, procurement, finance, planning, and leadership to move initiatives forward and deliver results.
+ Proven success reducing controllable stockouts and improving SAP usage and data reliability.
+ Capable of influencing stakeholders at plant, procurement, and executive levels to align on sourcing strategy, overcome resistance, and sustain change adoption.
**Leadership, Ownership & Communication**
+ Brings a high level of ownership, initiative, and strategic thinking, with the confidence to lead through ambiguity and drive meaningful change.
+ Clear, persuasive communicator with executive presence and the ability to present sourcing strategies and outcomes to senior leadership.
+ Known for building credibility through strong negotiation skills, emotional intelligence, executive presence, and an engaging, collaborative style.
**Technical & Systems Knowledge**
+ Strong analytical and Excel skills, including spend analysis and data interpretation, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a structured way.
+ Strong analytical capability to cleanse, normalize, segment, and interpret spend and supplier data to support decision-making and savings realization.
+ Familiarity with MRO taxonomies, category structures, and global classification standards.
**Skills/Requirements**
+ Minimum of a bachelor's degree in business, Finance, Engineering, Materials Management, Supply Chain, or a related field is required. A master's degree in business or a technical field is preferred.
+ Minimum of seven (7) years of professional experience is required, including at least two (2) years in MRO or similar industrial categories. Candidates with experience in complex manufacturing, industrial distribution, plant operations, or strategic sourcing environments will be especially well-positioned for success.
+ The ideal candidate brings experience leading strategic sourcing initiatives in complex environments, managing meaningful spend, influencing cross-functional teams, and turning data and supplier strategy into measurable business results.
+ Regular travel across Kohler sites is expected.
**_Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future._**
_We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you'll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period. The salary range for this position is $107,650 - $166,650. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation._
**Why Choose Kohler?**
We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we're driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.
**About Us**
It is Kohler's policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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