Head of Performance and Reward, Americas

Location: Lisle, IL Full Time Job Title Head of Performance & Reward (P&R), Americas Role Overview Lead a team of Performance and Reward professionals located in multiple countries (Area: United States, Mexico, Canada) ensuring a high level of performance that supports the business strategy and customer needs. Implement and drive the use of KONE reward, benefit, recognition and performance management policies, guidelines, processes, systems and practices throughout the Area so that outcomes meet current and future business needs. Engage and motivate employees that are consistent with KONE’s desired internal and external market position. Design and develop Area level reward strategies, policies, and guidelines that are aligned with KONE level philosophy, strategy, and frameworks. Key Responsibilities Develop, drive, and implement strategies for Performance and Reward to maintain or improve KONE’s global compensation, salary management, performance management, mobility and benefits policies, processes, and systems so they meet KONE’s objectives with regards to internal equity, external market competitiveness and driving employee engagement and productivity. Act as a trusted, senior advisor to Business Leaders, Finance, and HR on Area compensation, mobility and benefit policies, best practices and processes, and recommend/propose changes and improvements. Provide support to People & Communications Directors and Area EVPs on grading and reward proposals for the Area Management team members. Contribute to the development of global rewards, recognition and performance management policies, guidelines, and processes; ensuring local business needs and employee market trends and insights are included. Drive the KONE global annual P&R processes in the Area. Collaborate with the Global P&R team and HR Services to ensure annual programs are delivered successfully. Analyze and evaluate external and internal market trends. Use analytics and data to develop employment cost budgets and forecasts, as well as performance, reward and recognition approaches that are aligned with business requirements and enable business leaders to make strategic decisions. Role Requirements 10+ years of progressive experience, with 7+ years in compensation and/or benefits, and 5+ years leading people and developing talent; HR Business Partner experience a plus. A bachelor’s degree is required. MBA is preferred. Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) is strongly preferred. PHR/SPHR is a plus. Skills & Knowledge Desired Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively listen and communicate with internal and external customers at all levels of an organization. Critical thinking and analytical skills required. Proven success and experience implementing best practice processes in compensation, benefits and other human resources administrative areas. Policy creation and administration. Excellent computer proficiency (MS Office – Word, Excel, Outlook) and enterprise human resource capital systems. Strong project management skills used to drive business results. LEAN Six Sigma training and mindset preferred. Ability to deal with ambiguity. Customer Focus – Demonstrates interpersonal savvy, works collaboratively and builds relationships with all customers, domestic and global, and across the organization. Demonstrates strong analytical/problem solving skills to make sound recommendations to customers. Problem Solving – Possess the ability to look beyond symptoms of problems to develop sound, logical root cause analysis to solve difficult problems. Organizational Agility – Demonstrates ability to effectively service customers who have competing priorities and to become knowledgeable of the various cultures within the organization that drive the customer’s desires. High integrity and ability to handle confidential information. Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service. Bi‑Lingual (English/Spanish) preferred, French a plus. Other Responsibilities Geographies: U.S., Canada, and Mexico – Travel up to 20% domestically. Leads or acts as a strategic member of the following Management Teams or Committees: Member of the Americas People & Communication Leadership Team Member of the Global Performance Reward Management Team Chairperson of the Retirement Committees for the U.S., Canada and Mexico Chairperson of the U.S. Benefits Committee Chairperson of the Americas Compensation Committee Lead Area level Performance and Reward projects and ensure Area operating plan is executed on time achieving expected quality and outcomes. Participate and contribute to global Performance and Reward Projects. Benefits 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 InsuranceHospital Indemnity & Accident Insurance Identity Theft Protection Legal Insurance KONE Credit Union Tuition Reimbursement Commuter Benefits Annual Base Pay Range: The national hiring range for this role is $215,800 – $283,290. The compensation package offered will depend on 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. Variable Compensation: KONE Annual Bonus plan at 25% Target Incentive (70/30) based on achievement of company goals and individual goals. KONE is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co