Manager of IT Business Solutions for Supply Chain
2 weeks ago
Manager of IT Business Solutions for Supply Chain
Work Mode: Hybrid
Location: Hybrid at Kohler, WI
Opportunity
At Kohler Co., we strive to create exceptional experiences for our customers, consumers, and associates, increasingly empowered by digital advancements and data-driven insights. Our commitment to growth is propelled by a digital transformation that emphasizes innovative business models and capabilities, underpinned by excellence in customer experience, operational efficiency, data utilization, and digital offerings. We continue to invest significantly in Digital and Technologies that enhance our core and strategic capabilities, driving growth and achieving our strategic objectives. This role is pivotal in accelerating Kohler's growth by crafting compelling business cases for technology-driven capabilities, developing roadmaps, managing programs, fostering innovation, and delivering swift business value by bridging the gap between business and IT. This position will envision the future while addressing the foundational needs that yield immediate value to the Kitchen & Bath North America (KBNA) business unit.
To achieve these objectives, we seek an IT professional for a distinctive and highly impactful global role. As a vital leadership position within the KBNA business, the IT Business Solutions Manager for Supply Chain will report to the Director of IT, Supply Chain & Operations, collaborating with business stakeholders and IT teams to drive capabilities enabled by technology. This role works closely with the Director of Supply Chain, KBNA, their team, and the IT organization to formulate and align a technology strategy and a dynamic roadmap. The incumbent will be responsible for defining and leading resources to translate strategy into capabilities and their enabling technologies. Furthermore, this role necessitates advocacy for both business and IT during the execution of the roadmap.
Key Responsibilities
The ideal candidate will be a passionate leader, strategic thinker, business advocate, and change agent, capable of building credibility and influence at all organizational levels. The ability to swiftly comprehend opportunities within the North America Business, adopting a capability and end-to-end perspective, crafting an aligned and inspiring vision and roadmap, and leading an organization to realize that vision is essential for success. This role will oversee programs of strategic importance, bringing significant senior-level visibility and career advancement opportunities for the successful candidate.
The incumbent will develop and align a market-relevant technology strategy and a dynamic implementation roadmap that is synchronized with global strategies, effectively leveraging a hybrid global/local delivery model. Given the focus of this position, the candidate must possess in-depth knowledge of IT best practices and technology solutions. Extensive experience in leading IT initiatives and serving as the Business Relations manager for large, global enterprises is required, along with demonstrated expertise in value delivery, critical thinking, stakeholder management, negotiation & influencing, design thinking, business acumen, and domain knowledge. This role demands the ability to facilitate and conduct design thinking workshops to encourage diverse perspectives, innovation, and alignment on strategic initiatives and business priorities, resulting in actionable plans with defined execution goals.
Skills/Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business, or a related field is required; a Master's degree or MBA is desirable.
- 10+ years of relevant experience; experience in the manufacturing sector is a plus.
- Proven track record of collaborating with business stakeholders and managing multiple complex transformation projects.
- Experience in leading and working within large teams.
- Proficiency in various aspects of technology: analysis, project management, systems development, change management, business process improvement, etc.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for diverse audiences on business and technology-related topics - storytelling and simplifying complex concepts.
- Strong general management capabilities.
- This position will necessitate travel to various locations within the US, Canada, and Mexico.
The salary range for this position is $129,150 - $165,000. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by various factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and work location. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and 401k.
Why Choose Kohler?
We empower each associate with a competitive total rewards package to support health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With over 30,000 bold leaders globally, we are driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.
About Us
Kohler's policy is 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 you require reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process due to a disability, please contact us. Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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