Quality Manager

About the role

The Quality Manager position at KONE Americas is seeking a driven professional with 5+ years of experience in sourcing, supply chain management, or related fields. This role involves managing and continuously improving regional quality performance, aligning and executing full-chain quality strategies, and leading teams in problem-solving to reduce Cost of Poor Quality.

Responsibilities

• Manage and continuously improve regional quality performance in line with unit targets
• Ensure alignment and execution of full-chain quality strategy on region level
• Support branches and districts in problem-solving to eliminate Cost of Poor Quality across various stages of the process
• Bring 5+ years of progressive and successful experience in sourcing, supply chain management or relevant area to KONE
• Use knowledge gained through a Technical or Business degree (BS/BA) from an accredited college or university

Requirements

• Proven project management
• Leadership and proven ability to work in cross-functional teams and international environments
• At least 3-5 years progressive experience in quality
• Analytical skills with experience applying Six Sigma or other quality tools and methodologies
• Demonstrated success managing teams even in complex situations
• Flexibility to travel (60% of time) for site visits, branch visits, and key meetings
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups including senior management
• Ability to evaluate business performance and identify initiatives to drive improvement

Qualifications

• Technical or Business degree (BS/BA) from an accredited college or university
• Proven experience in sourcing, supply chain management, or related areas
• Experience in Six Sigma or other quality tools and methodologies
• Leadership and cross-functional team experience
• Ability to manage teams in complex situations
• Travel flexibility (60% of time)

Skills

• Project management
• Leadership
• Quality assurance
• Problem-solving
• Team management
• Communication
• Analysis

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Flexible work schedule
• Opportunities to learn and grow
• 401(k) Employer Match
• 401(k) Employer Non-elective Contribution
• Well-being Program
• Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Digital Health Solutions & Telehealth
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
• KONE Credit Union
• Commuter Benefits

Pay

The annual base pay range for this role in Lisle, IL is $135,500 – $177,870. The compensation package offered will depend on the candidate’s ability to meet the requirements of the role, needs for the business strategy, and a range of factors unique to each candidate, including their skill set, years and depth of experience, certifications, and location.

Schedule

The role requires a combination of remote work and travel, with approximately 60% of time spent traveling for site visits, branch visits, and key meetings.