Director, Enterprise Excellence at Allegion

Carmel, Indiana, United States

Allegion Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Security, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

  • Experience leading transformation and embedding operational excellence across organizations
  • Ability to develop and implement OPEX models and roadmaps aligned with SBUs and corporate strategies
  • Expertise in strategy deployment, lean initiatives, and continuous improvement
  • Strong coaching and mentoring skills for leadership and OpEx teams in lean, continuous improvement, and change management
  • Proficiency in developing and implementing leadership training programs (e.g., Front Line Leader program)
  • Skills in performance tracking, auditing against maturity models, and providing data-driven insights
  • Willingness to work in a hybrid model in Carmel, IN

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development of Allegion’s Operational Excellence (OPEX) model and roadmap, ensuring alignment with Strategic Business Units (SBUs) and corporate objectives
  • Work closely with SBU leaders and Site OPEX Leaders to integrate the OPEX model into strategic plans for consistent execution
  • Establish a clear vision for operational excellence with measurable goals aligned to the company’s long-range plan (LRP)
  • Support and drive strategy deployment activities across corporate, SBU, and site-level initiatives
  • Collaborate with site OPEX leaders to develop actionable strategies focused on growth, customer value, and business health
  • Facilitate the development of a robust pipeline of lean initiatives aligned with future-state targets
  • Provide coaching for leadership teams and OpEx support teams to build capabilities in lean, continuous improvement, and change management
  • Mentor site OPEX leaders and teams to achieve sustainable transformational change
  • Develop and implement leadership training programs to enhance execution of operational excellence initiatives
  • Track and measure progress against LRP actions and goals, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives
  • Conduct regular audits of site progress against Allegion’s corporate maturity model, identifying gaps and opportunities
  • Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to leadership teams for continuous improvement

Skills

Operational Excellence
Continuous Improvement
Change Management
Leadership Coaching
Strategic Alignment
Process Transformation
Value Stream Management

Allegion

Global provider of security solutions

About Allegion

Allegion provides security solutions that focus on securing doors and surrounding areas. Their product range includes mechanical locks, electronic access control systems, and biometric scanning devices, catering to various clients such as homeowners, businesses, and educational institutions. Allegion's products work by offering different methods of access control, from traditional keys to advanced technology that uses fingerprints or other biometric data for entry. What sets Allegion apart from competitors is their commitment to integrating new technologies into their security solutions while also adhering to environmental, social, and governance principles. The company's goal is to enhance safety and access for communities while driving innovation in the security industry.

Dublin, IrelandHeadquarters
1908Year Founded
$1,000MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Social Impact, CybersecurityIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Benefits

Competitive pay
PTO
Career development
More benefits

Risks

Emerging startups with innovative solutions could erode Allegion's market share.
Supply chain vulnerabilities in semiconductor components may disrupt electronic product production.
Rising raw material costs, especially metals, could impact Allegion's profit margins.

Differentiation

Allegion offers a comprehensive portfolio of mechanical and electronic security products.
The company operates in 120 countries under 23 brands, including Schlage and Von Duprin.
Allegion integrates ESG principles, focusing on innovation and community impact.

Upsides

Acquisitions like Unicel and Krieger enhance Allegion's product offerings and market reach.
The demand for touchless security solutions has surged post-COVID-19 pandemic.
Cloud-based access control systems offer scalability and remote management capabilities.

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