VP-Corporate Communications

Location: Onsite - Kohler, WI

Opportunity

Kohler Co. is seeking a strategic, enterprise-minded Vice President of Corporate Communications to lead its global communications function and shape how the company engages, informs, and inspires its 28,000+ associates and external stakeholders. Reporting to the Chief Legal Officer, this role oversees internal communications, reputation management, crisis communications, enterprise events, and corporate archives.

This leader serves as a trusted advisor to the Kohler Leadership Team (KLT) and senior executives, driving clarity, alignment, and consistency of messaging across the organization. The Vice President will play a central role in advancing Kohler's strategy, strengthening its global reputation, and modernizing communications through digital transformation and AI-enabled capabilities.

Strategic Leadership & Executive Counsel

• Serve as a strategic communications advisor to the Kohler Leadership Team, shaping enterprise messaging and positioning.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive communications strategy aligned to Kohler's growth priorities and strategy.
• Drive clarity, alignment, and consistency of narratives across global business units and functions.
• Partner with senior leaders to enhance executive communications, visibility, and effectiveness.
• Internal Communications & Engagement
• Lead enterprise-wide internal communications to inform, align, and engage a diverse global workforce.
• Translate business strategy into clear, compelling messaging that drives understanding and action at all levels.
• Support organizational change, transformation initiatives, and culture-building efforts.
• Advance storytelling that reinforces Kohler's purpose, innovation, and commitment to excellence.

Reputation Management & External Positioning

• Protect and strengthen Kohler's global reputation through disciplined messaging and proactive communications.
• Oversee media relations, executive visibility, and thought leadership in alignment with brand and business priorities.
• Ensure consistent positioning across corporate, business, and functional communications.

Crisis & Issues Management

• Lead enterprise crisis communications and issues management, ensuring preparedness and coordinated response.
• Partner with Legal, Compliance, Government Affairs, Global Security, and other enterprise functions to mitigate risk.
• Establish and maintain crisis protocols, training, and readiness across the organization.

Digital Transformation & AI-Enabled Communications

• Modernize communications through digital tools, data analytics, and AI-driven solutions.
• Enhance communications channels, including intranet and digital engagement platforms.
• Establish metrics and dashboards to measure impact and drive improvement.
• Champion innovative approaches to storytelling and content delivery.

Events & Corporate Archives

• Oversee enterprise event strategy and execution, including leadership meetings and global forums.
• Ensure events reinforce strategic priorities and culture.
• Lead stewardship of corporate archives as a strategic storytelling asset.

Organizational Leadership

• Lead and develop a high-performing team of communications, events, and archives professionals.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation.
• Manage external partners and agencies as needed.