Supervisor, C-TPAT Specialist

Supervisor, C-TPAT Specialist

Work Mode: Onsite

Location:  Onsite - Kohler, WI

Opportunity

Kohler is seeking a lead professional responsible for developing, implementing and maintaining standardized security policies, protocols and procedures at facility locations around the world, with main focus on North America. This critical role will also have responsibility for maintaining and driving adherence to our C-TPAT program by working cross functionally with manufacturing, sourcing, logistics, international trade, and other functions to ensure a secure supply chain.

Specific Responsibilities

• Responsible for overall physical security processes and procedures at all facilities outside the Kohler, Wisconsin area in North America.
• Manage a comprehensive security auditing program to assess and mitigate risk issues.

Program will include:

• Maintenance and implementation of standardized physical security standards enterprise-wide based on-site functionality (manufacturing, lodging, warehouse, office, store or other business), geographical location and security threat level.
• Developing metrics to track status and progress at each facility.
• Broadening of audit coverage to prove mutually beneficial to relevant business units.

CTPAT Responsibilities:

• Maintain and enforce written C-TPAT procedures and work with various business functions to implement Customs security strategy
• Conduct C-TPAT Supply Chain risk assessment process and maintain to keep current with changing requirements.
• Provide defect and root cause analysis on C-TPAT processes and develop recommendations for enhancements to systems and procedures to maintain compliance
• Develop reporting mechanism to routinely report on benefits of Program and corrective action recommendations
• Perform C-TPAT inspections to ensure compliance and recommend improvements through formal findings.
• Oversee 3rd party security services (including budget and contracts) to ensure level of performance meets expectations and provide consistency of service at all Kohler Co. facilities.
• Prepare and manage budgets and monitor expenses to reduce waste and maximize available resources.
• Support Global Security initiative programs and the required actions to implement the programs at each site.
• Be familiar with ancillary systems that support Global Security.
• Ensure facilities have current Emergency Action Plans and are adhering to scheduled training and exercises.
• Maintain complete familiarity with the Kohler Co. organization and business unit structures to facilitate rapid response to emergency situations and customer requests.
• Analyze data to form proposals for improvements (e.g. implementation of new technology)
• Participate and/or support investigations of criminal, civil or policy violations as necessary on a global basis.
• Implement uniformed Security operational policies and procedures at domestic and international locations.
• Model Kohler Co. and Global Security core competencies and objectives in the performance of all job duties.
• Prepare comprehensive and confidential security reports for Senior Executives and other Kohler associates.
• Conduct and document regular one-on-one coaching/training sessions with each supervised Security Officer
• Prepare and conduct annual performance reviews.
• Maintain familiarity with the Kohler Co. organization and business unit structures to facilitate rapid response to emergency situations and customer requests
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of the other security managers and be able to effectively perform their functions in their absence.
• Ability to communicate effectively at a supervisory level both orally and in writing for the purpose of public interaction and report writing.
• Provide clear, candid and timely performance feedback to reports, including disciplinary feedback.

Skills/Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, plus 3-5 years relevant leadership experience.
• Experience with C-TPAT program required 
• Demonstrated experience in supervision and project management.
• Proficient computer skills, including knowledge of MS Office
• The ability to problem solve, especially during stressful situations, in a timely manner
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required, including public speaking
• Ability to take initiative and work independently on projects.
• Ability to work in and supervise a team environment 
• Occasional Travel required to Kohler sites within North America 

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The salary range for this position is $66,300 - $83,500. 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.  Available benefits include medical, dental, vision & 401k.

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 kohlerjobs@kohler.com.  Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.