Founded in 1910, KONE is a global leader that provides elevators, escalators and automatic building doors, as well as solutions for maintenance and modernization that add value to buildings throughout their life cycle. Our mission is to improve the flow of urban life and make our world’s cities better places to live by providing innovative solutions that help make people’s journeys safe, convenient and reliable. Our operations in over 60 countries around the world has helped us achieve our position as an innovation and sustainability leader with repeated recognitions by Forbes, Corporate Knights for clean capitalism and others.
Are you ready to make your next career move to join our team as our Product Manager - Legal, People & Communications (P&C), and Safety for KONE Americas in KONE Lisle, IL?
Do you enjoy enhancing and updating applications to keep up with the latest industry requirements and cyber safety needs?
Does leading three large portfolios (Legal, People and Communications, & Safety motivate you?
Do you thrive in areas where you regularly follow KPIs and communicate with key stakeholders?
Are you skillful with technological tools such as Workday, Contract Management Systems, Data Analytics, Data Visualization, and Microsoft Suite?
Do you demonstrate a passion for quality and results?
Are you committed to leading modernization and transforming programs over the next three years?
If you answered a resounding YES to these questions, then we have an amazing opportunity for you!
Location of position: Lisle, IL
As our Product Manager - Legal, P&C, and Safety, you will be responsible for maximizing the value realized from products within these domains. Taking a lifecycle approach, the Product Owner collaborates with business stakeholders from each business department and end users to understand their needs, prioritize them, and translate them into actionable product backlogs. You will work closely with agile teams and ensure the successful execution of prioritized backlogs. You’ll plan an active role in designing product functionality and features while coordinating with relevant experts to align product operations with its value proposition. Additionally, you’ll ensure that the deployed products operate at the planned levels.
You will bring 12+ years of product design / Product Management experience, while also bringing 12+ years of experience in supporting Legal, People, Communication, & Safety Systems. You will use the knowledge gained through your bachelor’s or master’s degree in Information Systems or equivalent.
Other Hiring requirements:
Previous experience, leading large and complex transformations, Shared Services business domain with 12 years of experience
Role will have direct relation with VP’s and Directors in Legal, P&C and Safety business lines to drive delivery, priorities and expectations
Business and End user understanding especially in the related functional domains.
Solid knowledge of product management practices, development, and Operations to ensure product value and performance over its lifetime.
Ability to translate between business and technical viewpoints and strong familiarity and experience in applying design thinking techniques.
Knowledge on how end user and customer data can be utilized in creating additional customer value. Strong familiarity and experience with agile, DevOps ways of working and Value- driven prioritization and execution practices.
Communication, persuasion and networking skills
Familiarity with Identity Management, SQL, Databases, API integrations
Experience working with HR & People systems like Workday, Contract Management Systems, Data Analytics, Data Visualization. Microsoft suite of products i.e. Power Platform, Power Automate, Power BI and AI Technologies, etc.
About KONE
At KONE, we foster an innovative and collaborative culture, valuing each individual's contribution. Employee engagement and sustainability are key focuses, promoting ethical practices and mutual respect. We're proud to offer experiences and opportunities to help you achieve career and personal goals while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
We hire individuals who value culture because we believe culture drives innovation
We value your authentic self.
Collaborative, creative, and supportive work environment.
Passionate about safety, quality, and innovation
We care about the communities where we live and work.
Just some of our many benefits include:
Competitive salary
Flexible work schedule
Opportunities to learn and grow
401K Employer Match
401k 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
Parental Leave
Leave to Care for a Domestic Partner
Paid Time Off & Holidays
Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
Company Paid Short-term and Long-term Disability
Buy-Up Long-term Disability
Critical Illness Insurance
Hospital Indemnity & Accident Insurance
Identity Theft Protection
Legal Insurance
KONE Credit Union
Tuition Reimbursement
Commuter Benefits
Annual Base Pay Range:
In a single location:
The hiring range for this role is $156,600 – $215,380. The compensation package offered will depend on their ability to meet the requirements of the role and a range of factors unique to each candidate, including their skill set, years and depth of experience, certifications, and location.
Variable Compensation
KONE Annual Bonus plan at 20% Target Incentive (60/40) based on achievement of company goals and individual goals.
Come share your passion and energy to make a positive impact at KONE for our customers and your career!
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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
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At KONE, we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where co-workers trust and respect each other and good performance is recognized. In being a great place to work, we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.
Read more on www.kone.com/careers