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 and manage your own multi-state district as our
District Vice President for KONE Canada West district, located within the Canada West market area?
- Do you enjoy executing and owning an annual business plan and working with a budget?
- Does working with your customers and focusing on solutions for them motivate you?
- Is the people management aspect of a role where you coach, reinforce, and develop your team something you enjoy?
- Are you committed to promoting a safety culture in your district?
- Do you demonstrate a passion for a culture that fosters learning for yourself, your team, and your customers?
If you answered a resounding YES to these questions, then we have an amazing opportunity for you!
Ideal Location of Candidate: Greater Vancouver Area
Travel expectations = 40%
- If candidate is outside of Canada West District, then only candidates from Greater Toronto Area will be considered; expectation here will be 70% traveling until mid-Q1, followed by relocation requirement to Greater Vancouver Area.*
As our
District Vice President, you will successfully drive the total business operations (including sales and operations for service, construction, and modernization business lines) for your geography while working in collaboration with your reports, customers and colleagues. Your mission is to promote a positive culture surrounded by accomplishing safety and quality goals to achieve customer satisfaction and profitable business results. You will bring a visionary mindset as you drive success through a clear roadmap with your GMs/Regional Leaders aligned with KONE’s strategy – this includes risk taking and remaining open to learning as continuous changes present themself.
You will bring 10+ years of progressive and successful leadership experience with relevant service expertise in a consultative selling environment as well as leading a union represented workforce. You will use the knowledge gained through your bachelor’s degree in business, management, engineering, or related field. MBA or MSc is Preferred.
Knowledge/Skills for ideal candidate:
- Analytical Skills
- Influencing/Negotiation
- Leadership
- Strategic Thinking
- Communication
- Global Perspective
- Financial Acumen
- Regulatory Knowledge (federal, state, local)
- Labor Relations
- Business Partnering in matrixed environment
- Relevant Industry knowledge
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
- RRSP, RPP & TFSA with Employer RPP Contributions
- Well-being Program
- Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Telehealth
- Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
- Paid Time Off – Vacation, Sick, Personal and Holidays
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Optional Life and AD&D Insurance
- Optional Critical Illness
- Company Paid Short-term Disability
- Long-term Disability
- Identity Theft Protection
- Gym Discounts
The hiring range for this role in Delta/Kelowna/Regina/Victoria/Winnipeg locations are $205,900.00 - $283,100.00 CAD. 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.
We will also consider candidates in the following areas. Below are the different ranges applicable to those locations:
- Calgary/Edmonton are hiring range: $222,400.00 - $305,800.00 CAD
Variable Compensation
KONE Annual Bonus plan 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!
*Beware of Recruitment Scams*
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 
