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Opportunity

Founded in 1873 and headquartered in Kohler, Wis., Kohler Co. is one of America’s oldest and largest privately held companies. Kohler is a global leader in the manufacture of kitchen and bath products, engines and power generation systems, tile and home interiors, and an international host to award-winning hospitality and world-class golf destinations. For more details, please visit http://www.kohlercompany.com

Kohler Co. is looking for a talented Sr. Product Designer with a solid craft and attention to detail to help build digital products to better serve end-customers and trade. This will be a key role in bridging the gap between visual, interaction and information design and be responsible for the information architecture, user interaction design and visual design for assigned digital projects.

This role will be expected to demonstrate expert knowledge of usability best practices, accessibility, a thorough understanding of agile web and mobile app development processes. You will have knowledge of latest design trends, exceptional problem-solving skills that turn complex and confusing problems into simple and understandable solutions, and thrive within a fast-paced, startup-like environment. You have a proven track record of successful collaboration with development, and product teams to deliver high-quality user experiences to Kohler’s global clients.

Specific Requirements

As an end-user advocate, apply user-centered design methods to translate user needs, business objectives, project requirements, and technology capabilities into world-class digital experiences that drive delight.

Create complete design solutions including – building user scenarios, process flows, sitemaps, annotated wireframes, UI schematics, screen concepts, rapid-prototypes, functional and presentation specifications, and design system enhancements.

Collaborate with Product Owner(s), Content Strategy/Product Designers and Development Teams to define business requirements, align goals and feasibility, and drive design standards.

Gather and understand information about user needs from stakeholder interviews, market research, benchmarks, best practices and creates requirements gathering and functional / non-functional specifications

Develop click-through prototypes to demonstrate interactivity for internal stakeholders and usability test participants.

Lead design experimentation and research across multiple testing platforms/tools.

Your Day to Day

• Experience facilitating Design Thinking with cross-functional teams.
• Guide, mentor and inspire other designers in the team, keeping up with the design industry evolution including best practices, new trends and technologies.
• Encompass a self-starter mindset who is well organized and always looking to improve things.
• Experience multitasking across different projects and adapting to changing priorities.
• Create interactive prototypes and present to stakeholders to effectively articulate design decisions.
• Leverage and extend the use of established design system, style guide, patterns, and assets in the creation of UX analysis, solutions, and deliverables.
• Be a strong voice for Human Centered design across organizations.
• Make strategic design and user experienced decisions related to product objectives.

Skills/Requirements

• Must be a strong conceptual thinker, able to understand the “big picture” of the project, how it fits with the full user experience and business expectations, and able to convey sophisticated/elegant concepts that put us ahead of competition.
• Very strong in visual design experience with luxury brands a plus
• Experience in designing commerce (B2C, B2B) experiences
• Must have a diverse portfolio that showcases elevated taste and demonstrate understanding of high-end brands, with a complex an diverse product portfolio
• Strong interpersonal skills, especially the ability to work tactfully and respectfully with a wide variety of individuals including outside subject experts.
• Must demonstrate aptitude for ongoing learning and application of newly acquired knowledge.
• Personality to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Ability to maintain a positive attitude under pressure
• General aptitude for learning new software applications. Interest and desire to keep abreast of new developments in Web technology affecting our site visitor’s online experiences.
• Demonstrable experience in conceptual design, rapid-prototyping, visual design, ADA and agile Web/App software development process are required.
• Must be proficient in tools such as, Adobe Creative Suite, Miro, Sketch, Invision, Figma as well as other prototyping, UX testing tools
• Understanding of HTML, CSS, and AEM
• Understanding of the latest in Marketing and Communication technologies preferred

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s or graduate degree in a design-related discipline (i.e., human factors, graphic design, experience design, product design, interaction design, or related field), with a minimum of 3-5 years of professional experience in practicing user experience design; agency experience preferred
• Must have excellent written/verbal communication and presentation skills as well as demonstrable visual communication skills
• Excellent facilitation, white-boarding, presentation & team collaboration skills.
• Strong working knowledge of information architecture and Web/mobile application usability design
• Must possess solid working experience with appropriate design and documentation tools
• Demonstrated ability to problem-solve, multi-task, bring innovative ideas, creation of leading-edge end-to-end experiences, give and receive positive and constructive feedback, communicate in 360 degrees, and confront and resolve conflicts
• Demonstrated knowledge in understanding latest O2O experience design and how that can be applied globally
• Must be a self-starter and be able to work independently and follow direction with proven skill in organization, work planning, attention to detail, follow-through and follow-up
• Experience working with enterprise-scale global Web sites built with Adobe Experience Manager a plus
• Fluent in English required
• Global experience is a plus

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

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!

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 [email protected]. Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.