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Program Manager, New Kohler Stores

Work Mode: Remote

Location: Remote at Kohler, WI

Opportunity

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a program manager for new store openings. In this crucial role you'll be responsible for overseeing the end-to-end process for our fleet expansion. Your primary responsibilities will include coordinating various departments, managing timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure seamless collaboration between internal teams, external teams, and vendors. You will be the driving force behind the project planning, risk management, ensuring that new stores open on time and within budget. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in project management, particularly in the retail sector, demonstrating proficiency being coordinating multifaceted projects and delivering results. Excellent communication, problem solving skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment are essential for this dynamic position. Travel is a crucial part of this position throughout the United States and Canada.

Specific Responsibilities

• Manage roadmap of meetings, communication, timelines, and budget for multiple projects

• Coordinate with A&ID and Construction Management to analyze budgets for new locations.

• Establish project delivery process template, including expected task durations, and milestone checklists with alignment from internal and external partners.

• Establish project delivery process template, including expected task durations, and milestone checklists with alignment from internal and external partners.

• Review changes in standard operating procedures, best practices, and technology to improve efficiency and communication and implement accordingly.

• Coordinate with real estate regarding lease provisions impacting design and project execution.

• Develop project schedules and budgets in collaboration with construction project managers and general contractors, and complete stores on time and budget.

• Review architectural documents and drawings with Business Leaders, Design Manager and Construction Project Manager

• Ensure requirements for Store Operations, Sales, Merchandising, Marketing, Finance and other cross functional teams are met

• Make periodic site visits before and/or during construction to ensure standards and design are met and resolve on-site issues with input from appropriate teams.

• Develop workload plan for annual buildout goal and align with internal partners and external vendors.

• Manage hindsight of new store openings to identify future improvements

Skills/Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required.

• 5+ years of experience supporting fleet expansion, basic understanding of cross functional responsibilities within a retail environment required.

• 5+ years of project management skills required.

• Experience of working with Microsoft Suites applications.

• Self-starter that has strong communication skills both written and verbal, with the ability to convey and outline key expectations and actions needed

• Travel to Kohler locations as needed, up to 40% annually.

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

The salary range for this position is $113,000 - $143,950. 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 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.

We invite you to learn more about equal employment opportunity by reviewing the FederalEEO is the Law (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf) and theEEO is the Law Supplement (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf) .