Position Information
  • Location:
    Kohler, WI 53044
  • Job Status/Type:
    Full Time
    Employee
  • Job Category:
    Business/Strategic Management
  • Industry:
    Other/Not Classified
  • Occupations:
    Strategic Planning/Intelligence
  • Career Level:
    Experienced (Non-Manager)
Contact Information
  • Company:
    Kohler Co.
  • Contact:
    Human Resources
  • Email:
    Apply by Email
  • Address:
    444 HIGHLAND DRIVE 444 HIGHLAND DRIVE
    53044
  • Reference Code:
    10403
About Kohler

Since 1873, Kohler Co. has been improving the lives of its customers with exceptional products and services.

Our diversity of products and powerful portfolio of brands lead the way in design, craftsmanship and innovation.

We offer a breadth of products and services, including plumbing fixtures, furniture, tile and stone, and primary and backup power systems, as well as award-winning hospitality and world-class golf destinations.

Position Description

Manager-Supply Chain

Job Description:
BASIC FUNCTION
Under the direction of the General Manager - Kallista, the Supply Chain Manager will drive strategy creation, execution, and measurement for the Kallista Supply Chain while delivering best-in-class order fulfillment. This entails directing and supervising the activities of Purchasing, Planning, Distribution, Quality, and Customer Service functions while coordinating with Design, Engineering, Manufacturing, Accounting, Sales & Marketing, and Human Resources. Maintain a collaborative relationship with other divisions and with the corporate logistics function.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Create end-to-end supply chain strategy consistent with strategic and financial goals of the organization and execute strategy to build and maintain performance credibility.
2. Drive financial results through the active management of manufacturing variances, other manufacturing, warehouse & shipping, warranty, and customer delivery costs.
3. Drive collaborative relationships between supply chain and all other functional areas within the organization.
4. Develop and control budgets and strategic plans related to the Kallista supply chain ensuring the proper resources are in place to execute the overall business plan.
5. Establish, drive and own performance metrics required to drive supply chain and overall Kallista performance.
6. Drive out cost to minimize product costs and maximize manufacturing income and direct operating income.
7. Manage customer service leadership & team to deliver on Kallista's luxury brand promise.
8. Leverage the Corporate Transportation team to ensure Kallista is in compliance with all relevant import/export regulations.
9. Ensure the proper systems and technologies are in place and utilized effectively to drive supply chain performance.
10. Ensure Kallista is properly leveraging resources available through the Global Procurement and Global Transportation & Logistics Councils.
11. Continually develop associates to foster engagement, career development and improved business results.
12. Develop and implement sourcing strategies that ensure the correct balance of quality, delivery, and lowest total cost.
13. Collaborate with supply chain leaders throughout the entire corporation, especially within the Interiors Group.
14. Ensure high levels of awareness of Supply Chain activities are maintained throughout the business.
15. Other duties as directed.


RELATIONSHIPS AND CONTACTS
Supervisory Relationships:

  • Reports to the General Manager - Kallista
  • Dotted line reports to the Director - Supply Chain, Interiors

    Direct Reports:
  • Customer Service Manager
  • Material Scheduler
  • Buyers (2)
  • Warehouse Supervisor
    Organization Relationships:
  • Frequent contact with Product Development
  • Frequent contact with Accounting
  • Frequent contact with Sourcing/Manufacturing, especially Planning
  • Moderate contact with Asian Sourcing Office associates
  • Moderate contact with Human Resources
  • Moderate contact with Information Systems (Kohler)
  • Moderate contact with senior supply chain peers at other Kohler Co. organizations/facilities

    External Business Relationships:
  • Frequent contact with suppliers
  • Moderate contact with showroom customers
  • Moderate contact with designers/specifiers and end customers


    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
    Minimum of Bachelor's Degree in Operations Management, Accounting, Engineering, Mathematics, or other quantitative field. Minimum of five years supply chain experience with at least three years in a management role in either sales & operations planning, procurement, customer service, or distribution. C.P.M. or CPIM certification is preferred. MBA is a plus. Personnel management skills are essential.

    Critical skills required:

  • Able to coach, mentor, and role model supply chain best practices
  • Able to successfully prioritize and allocate resources toward multiple competing priorities
  • Able to analyze complex problems and clearly articulate and execute solutions
  • Self-starter with the ability to overcome setbacks and drive improvements
  • Able to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization to sell complex ideas and establish credibility
  • Able to overcome obstacles using positive facilitation, teamwork, and influence through building and maintaining relationships

    Minimum Education Required: Bachelor

    Years of Experience Required: More than 5 years

    Expected Travel Time: About 25%

    This company may offer relocation assistance.

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