Director, Insurance & Risk Management

Kohler Co. • Kohler, WI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Provide strategic leadership in managing the company’s insurance and risk management programs to safeguard assets, minimize exposure, and ensure compliance—while driving innovative solutions that support business resilience and growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Finance, Business, Insurance, or related field,
• 10+ years of progressive experience in risk and insurance management, including at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Shape and execute a future-focused insurance and risk strategy aligned with organizational objectives.
• Establish policies, tools, and frameworks that integrate risk management across the enterprise
• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments covering operational, financial, compliance, and strategic domains.
• Design and implement risk mitigation programs and insurance infrastructures that optimizes total cost of risk.
• Lead the formulation of the company’s insurance portfolio; negotiate coverage, premiums, renewal terms, and insurer relationships.
• Oversee claims management processes — including oversight of subrogation, audits, and resolution strategies.
• Guide cross-functional teams and key stakeholders to embed a culture of risk awareness and accountability.
• Develop and deliver training programs in risk mitigation, insurance processes, compliance, and loss prevention.
• Prepare and present risk profiles, metrics, and insurance reports to executive leadership and the Board.
• Ensure compliance with insurance regulations, industry standards, and internal policies.
• Enhance and communicate the internal allocation of total cost of risk.
• Lead investigations into significant incidents or losses, offering insights and corrective action frameworks.
• Implement proactive loss control and safety initiatives to reduce exposure across operations.

Benefits

• We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you’ll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period.
• The salary range for this position is $159,900 - $254,000.
• In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director