**Senior Manager, Kohler Operating Systems (KOS)** _Work Mode: Remote_ **Location: ** Remote - United States **Opportunity** The Sr. Manager – KOS (Management Systems) is responsible for leading the development, governance, and deployment of the Kohler Operating System’s core management system architecture. This role will lead a team of four and be accountable for establishing global standards, tiered accountability structures, audit protocols, and sustainment frameworks. The Sr. Manager will ensure a disciplined and aligned approach across the enterprise to drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, delivery, and cost. **Key Responsibilities:** + Develop and maintain the governance model, documentation standards, and core elements of the Kohler Operating System (KOS) + Lead a team of four in designing and refining Kohler’s tiered accountability systems, leader standard work, visual management expectations, and daily management routines + Define and implement the global auditing and assessment methodology for KOS maturity and compliance + Partner with CI deployment leaders, site leadership, and functional heads to ensure consistent understanding and execution of KOS management systems + Build scalable onboarding and certification processes to elevate KOS capability across the organization + Serve as a subject matter expert in management systems and drive continuous refinement based on business needs and benchmarking insights + Support the Senior Director of KOS and CI in strategic planning, deployment tracking, and executive communication **Success Criteria:** + Global standardization and adoption of KOS management system elements + Clear governance and ownership of KOS tools and routines + Demonstrated improvement in audit outcomes, accountability routines, and site-level performance metrics + Strong engagement and capability uplift within the KOS practitioner and leadership community _This role requires international and domestic travel approximately 30-50% of the time to support global implementation and training of KOS principles_ **Skills/Requirements** + Bachelor's degree in engineering, Business, Operations, or related field or 20+ years of manufacturing experience leading teams with deep expertise in management systems + 7+ years of experience in Lean, Continuous Improvement, or operations leadership, with a focus on enterprise operating systems or business management systems + Demonstrated success in developing and deploying management systems across a multi-site organization + Experience developing Objectives and Strategies through a methodology such as Hoshin Kanri + Deep knowledge of Lean tools, structured problem solving, leader standard work, and visual management + Strong project leadership, facilitation, and documentation skills + Ability to work across functional and cultural boundaries, influencing without direct authority + Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively at all levels of the organization **Preferred Qualifications:** + Experience with business systems such as the Toyota Production System, Danaher Business System, or similar + Familiarity with auditing frameworks, and maturity assessments + Previous leadership experience managing high-performing teams Exposure to ISO, EHS, or QMS auditing and integration **_Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future._** _The salary range for this position is $129,150 - $165,000. 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.