Vice President, Transformation Kohler Energy

Work Mode: Hybrid

Location: Hybrid at Kohler Energy, WI

Opportunity

The Vice President-Transformation Management Office (TMO) oversees major operational transformation and integration programs across Koher Energy to increase profitability, revenue and operational excellence. The VP will guide overall project governance across the portfolio of Energy businesses and improvement projects, ensuring proper focus and resourcing. Biased toward action, the VP will facilitate strategic decision making as necessary, and track execution/results/progress against plans.

The VP is an experienced strategy and business development professional and advisor who provides thought leadership, strategic direction, and confidence in guiding the strategic vision of Kohler Energy. The VP’s role is to bring to life risks and opportunities inherent in change, and facilitate the strategic, long-term decisions required to act. The role partners across the organization facilitate the execution of key operational and functional strategies, ensuring alignment with business, functional, and operational strategies, across plants, geographies, and functions. This includes the creation and coordination of plans, metrics, and milestones.

Specific Responsibilities

• Cross-Functional, Regional Strategy and Project Stewardship
• Act as central point of contact for urgent business issues, providing analysis, risk assessment, and recommendations on high impact issues.
• Operate at a tactical, strategic, and operational level, handling the oversight of projects across functional areas of accountability.
• Navigate through organizational complexities to drive results.
• Collaborate, challenge, influence, and direct associates across all functions to drive results.
• Facilitate breakthroughs through integrating diverse perspectives and seeking common ground or acceptable alternatives.
• Anticipate future industry and disruptor trends and consequences, and plan accordingly.
• Ensure Accountability: Hold self and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Drive effective change management.
• Business Insight: Apply knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the accomplishment of goals.
• Monitor and facilitate discussions around strategic risks and opportunities.

Skills/Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required; MBA preferred
• Project management training and experience
• Requires prior Private Equity experience or leadership within a private equity owned enterprise.
• Industry and global experience a plus.
• An enterprise thinker, skilled operator, candid and inspiring communicator, and trusted advisor.
• Results-driven. Proven track record leading high performing teams.
• Exceptional analytical and conceptual problem-solving skills.
• Ability to connect dots across disparate bodies of work, synthesizing insights.
• Excellent presentation and facilitation skills with senior executive leaders.
• Strength in creating structure within ambiguity.
• Self-directed, flexible and agile.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to develop business plans and model financials (in Excel) required.
• M&A experience

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

The salary range for this position is $250,050 - $332,050. 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. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision & 401k.

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!

• Important update for candidates applying to roles within Kohler Energy, including Power Systems, Engines, Home Energy, Kohler Uninterruptible Power, Clarke Energy, Curtis Instruments, and Heila Technologies.

On November 6, Kohler Co. announced the strategic decision to establish Kohler Energy as a separate, independent business with Platinum Equity as the majority investment partner. Kohler will continue to stay invested in the Energy business following the closing and remains committed to supporting the acceleration of long-term growth strategies for both organizations. Talent and operational transition plans are underway, and Kohler Co. and Platinum Equity expect the agreement to close in the first half of 2024.Thank you for your interest in joining our growing team as we embark on the next phase of growth!

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 www.kohlercompany.com.

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