Allegion
Vice President, Global Advanced Manufacturing Engineering - Carmel, IN
Allegion, Carmel, Indiana, United States, 46033
Vice President, Global Advanced Manufacturing Engineering – Carmel, IN
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Vice President, Global Advanced Manufacturing Engineering – Carmel, IN
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Allegion
The Vice President of Global Advanced Manufacturing Engineering plays a pivotal role in shaping Allegion’s future manufacturing landscape. This progressive leadership position is responsible for developing and executing a global manufacturing strategy that aligns with Allegion’s vision, business unit goals, and long-term objectives. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, automation, AI, and digitization, this role ensures the company remains competitive and drives innovation in manufacturing processes across all global locations. The role will establish roadmaps, playbooks, and investment strategies that optimize Allegion's assets while delivering exceptional value to customers. This position requires a visionary leader capable of creating a future-focused manufacturing strategy that aligns with Allegion’s Industry 4.0 initiatives, develops and engages talent, and enhances operational efficiency.
What You Will Do
Strategic Development and Execution:
Formulate and implement a comprehensive global manufacturing strategy that aligns with Allegion’s long-term vision and annual objectives.
Strategic Alignment with SBUs:
Collaborate with Strategic Business Units (SBUs) to ensure manufacturing strategy alignment and seamless integration with business goals.
Technology-Driven Advantage:
Drive competitive advantage by intelligently applying technology, automation, AI, and digitization to manufacturing processes.
Global Footprint Planning:
Lead the development of a global manufacturing footprint and strategic roadmap, ensuring scalability and adaptability to future needs.
Transformation Plans:
Develop and execute plans that transform manufacturing operations into future-ready capabilities, enabling Allegion to deliver on its value proposition.
Talent Development:
Mentor and develop a diverse global team, building capabilities and strategic skills that provide a competitive edge and complement operations.
Process And Innovation Leadership
Process Ownership:
Oversee the creation and execution of core and non-core manufacturing processes, assessments, and playbooks, ensuring smooth transitions in facilities, products, and processes.
Automation Strategy:
Provide visionary thought-leadership in automation strategies, identifying and implementing cutting-edge technologies and AI-driven solutions for the business.
Industry 4.0 Roadmap:
Collaborate with stakeholders to educate, influence and advance the Industry 4.0 roadmap, integrating intelligent automation and digitization into business unit execution plans.
Cross-Functional Innovation:
Partner with SBUs and cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions that enhance manufacturing efficiency and customer experience.
Capital And Project Management
Capital Strategy:
Lead the development and execution of capital investment strategies, including project planning, forecasting, capital requests, and business case development.
Project Execution:
Drive effective execution of capital projects, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and operational needs.
Operational Excellence
Global TPM:
Implement Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) globally across machinery, tools, and facilities to maximize uptime and efficiency.
Manufacturability and Automation:
Ensure new product introductions meet stringent manufacturability standards and align with Allegion’s operational goals, enabling automation and productivity.
Make vs. Buy:
Collaborate with Procurement to implement make vs. buy processes, assessments, and playbooks that optimize resource utilization.
Global Process Leverage:
Support global leverage of core manufacturing process groups to drive optimization, standardization and efficiency. Enable and lead utilization of COE, Council and other forms of organization to advance talent development and execution in a matrix.
Business Transformation And Risk Management
Transformation Leadership:
Lead business transformation initiatives, demonstrating financial and operational improvements through strategic and tactical execution.
M&A Integration:
Support mergers and acquisitions by accurately assessing operational risks and opportunities, followed by integration support to accelerate performance and realization of synergies to surpass business case.
Footprint Optimization:
Drive initiatives that improve manufacturing footprint utilization and rationalization, ensuring alignment with Allegion’s global strategy.
Risk Management:
Demonstrate strong risk management capabilities to ensure seamless transitions during facility relocations, start-ups, and closures.
Education & Experience
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field required; Master’s degree strongly preferred.
Experience:
15+ years of combined experience in automation, manufacturing, and integrated supply chain, with expertise in industrial, mechanical, electro-mechanical, electrical engineering, or electronics.
Experience developing transformation strategy and executing for step change in performance.
At least 8 years of experience in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (AME) preferred.
Proven track record of leading global teams and managing international projects.
Demonstrated experience in applying lean principles and implementing new technologies and automation efforts.
Other Requirements
Strategic development and execution, with a focus on collaboration and alignment with SBUs.
Visionary leadership in automation, AI, and Industry 4.0 advancements.
Human capital development, including mentoring and leadership at multiple organizational levels, with strong technical talent strategy and execution.
Strategic, metrics-driven communication and decision-making.
Expertise in core vs. non-core evaluation, capacity utilization analysis, and cost analysis.
Strong ability to influence and collaborate in a global, multi-sector matrix organization.
Experience in facility relocations (Greenfield, Brownfield, relocation, decommissioning) and operations management.
Demonstrated success in improving manufacturing footprint utilization and rationalization.
Capability to manage global projects and drive results in a complex organizational structure.
Ability to travel 50% or more (domestic and international).
Key Attributes
Progressive mindset: Ability to think ahead and craft a roadmap to future manufacturing capabilities, leveraging AI, automation, and digitization for competitive advantage.
Advanced Communication Abilities: Develop content, messaging and cadence to build common vision, alignment and commitment. Pull teams together.
Collaborative leadership: Skilled at working across SBUs and global teams to align strategies and drive results.
Visionary execution: A forward-thinking leader who can transform manufacturing operations into future-ready capabilities.
Results-driven: Demonstrated ability to deliver financial and operational improvements through strategic initiatives and tactical execution.
Location
Candidate must live in Greater Indianapolis, Indiana or be willing to relocate to fulfill the responsibilities of this role.
Why Work for Us? Allegion is a Great Place to Grow your Career if:
You're seeking a rewarding opportunity that allows you to truly help others. With thousands of employees and customers around the world, there’s plenty of room to make an impact. As our values state, “this is your business, run with it”.
You’re looking for a company that will invest in your professional development. As we grow, we want you to grow with us.
You want a culture that promotes work-life balance. Our employees enjoy generous paid time off, because at Allegion we recognize that you have a full life outside of work!
You want to work for an award-winning company that invests in its people. Allegion is proud to be a recipient of the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award for the second year in a row, recognizing our commitment to employee engagement, strengths-based development, and unlocking human potential.
What You’ll Get From Us
Health, dental and vision insurance coverage, helping you “be safe, be healthy”.
A commitment to your future with a 401K plan, offering a 6% company match and no vesting period
Tuition Reimbursement
Unlimited PTO
Employee Discounts through Perks at Work
Community involvement and opportunities to give back so you can “serve others, not yourself”
Opportunities to leverage your unique strengths through CliftonStrengths testing and coaching
Apply Today!
Join our team of experts today and help us make tomorrow’s world a safer place!
We Celebrate Who We Are!
Allegion is committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. Together, we embrace all differences and similarities among colleagues, as well as the differences and similarities within the relationships that we foster with customers, suppliers and the communities where we live and work. Whatever your background, experience, race, color, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, we will make sure that you have every opportunity to impress us in your application and the opportunity to give your best at work, not because we’re required to, but because it’s the right thing to do. We are also committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If for any reason you cannot apply through our career site and require an accommodation or assistance, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team.
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Vice President, Global Advanced Manufacturing Engineering – Carmel, IN
role at
Allegion
The Vice President of Global Advanced Manufacturing Engineering plays a pivotal role in shaping Allegion’s future manufacturing landscape. This progressive leadership position is responsible for developing and executing a global manufacturing strategy that aligns with Allegion’s vision, business unit goals, and long-term objectives. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, automation, AI, and digitization, this role ensures the company remains competitive and drives innovation in manufacturing processes across all global locations. The role will establish roadmaps, playbooks, and investment strategies that optimize Allegion's assets while delivering exceptional value to customers. This position requires a visionary leader capable of creating a future-focused manufacturing strategy that aligns with Allegion’s Industry 4.0 initiatives, develops and engages talent, and enhances operational efficiency.
What You Will Do
Strategic Development and Execution:
Formulate and implement a comprehensive global manufacturing strategy that aligns with Allegion’s long-term vision and annual objectives.
Strategic Alignment with SBUs:
Collaborate with Strategic Business Units (SBUs) to ensure manufacturing strategy alignment and seamless integration with business goals.
Technology-Driven Advantage:
Drive competitive advantage by intelligently applying technology, automation, AI, and digitization to manufacturing processes.
Global Footprint Planning:
Lead the development of a global manufacturing footprint and strategic roadmap, ensuring scalability and adaptability to future needs.
Transformation Plans:
Develop and execute plans that transform manufacturing operations into future-ready capabilities, enabling Allegion to deliver on its value proposition.
Talent Development:
Mentor and develop a diverse global team, building capabilities and strategic skills that provide a competitive edge and complement operations.
Process And Innovation Leadership
Process Ownership:
Oversee the creation and execution of core and non-core manufacturing processes, assessments, and playbooks, ensuring smooth transitions in facilities, products, and processes.
Automation Strategy:
Provide visionary thought-leadership in automation strategies, identifying and implementing cutting-edge technologies and AI-driven solutions for the business.
Industry 4.0 Roadmap:
Collaborate with stakeholders to educate, influence and advance the Industry 4.0 roadmap, integrating intelligent automation and digitization into business unit execution plans.
Cross-Functional Innovation:
Partner with SBUs and cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions that enhance manufacturing efficiency and customer experience.
Capital And Project Management
Capital Strategy:
Lead the development and execution of capital investment strategies, including project planning, forecasting, capital requests, and business case development.
Project Execution:
Drive effective execution of capital projects, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and operational needs.
Operational Excellence
Global TPM:
Implement Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) globally across machinery, tools, and facilities to maximize uptime and efficiency.
Manufacturability and Automation:
Ensure new product introductions meet stringent manufacturability standards and align with Allegion’s operational goals, enabling automation and productivity.
Make vs. Buy:
Collaborate with Procurement to implement make vs. buy processes, assessments, and playbooks that optimize resource utilization.
Global Process Leverage:
Support global leverage of core manufacturing process groups to drive optimization, standardization and efficiency. Enable and lead utilization of COE, Council and other forms of organization to advance talent development and execution in a matrix.
Business Transformation And Risk Management
Transformation Leadership:
Lead business transformation initiatives, demonstrating financial and operational improvements through strategic and tactical execution.
M&A Integration:
Support mergers and acquisitions by accurately assessing operational risks and opportunities, followed by integration support to accelerate performance and realization of synergies to surpass business case.
Footprint Optimization:
Drive initiatives that improve manufacturing footprint utilization and rationalization, ensuring alignment with Allegion’s global strategy.
Risk Management:
Demonstrate strong risk management capabilities to ensure seamless transitions during facility relocations, start-ups, and closures.
Education & Experience
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field required; Master’s degree strongly preferred.
Experience:
15+ years of combined experience in automation, manufacturing, and integrated supply chain, with expertise in industrial, mechanical, electro-mechanical, electrical engineering, or electronics.
Experience developing transformation strategy and executing for step change in performance.
At least 8 years of experience in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (AME) preferred.
Proven track record of leading global teams and managing international projects.
Demonstrated experience in applying lean principles and implementing new technologies and automation efforts.
Other Requirements
Strategic development and execution, with a focus on collaboration and alignment with SBUs.
Visionary leadership in automation, AI, and Industry 4.0 advancements.
Human capital development, including mentoring and leadership at multiple organizational levels, with strong technical talent strategy and execution.
Strategic, metrics-driven communication and decision-making.
Expertise in core vs. non-core evaluation, capacity utilization analysis, and cost analysis.
Strong ability to influence and collaborate in a global, multi-sector matrix organization.
Experience in facility relocations (Greenfield, Brownfield, relocation, decommissioning) and operations management.
Demonstrated success in improving manufacturing footprint utilization and rationalization.
Capability to manage global projects and drive results in a complex organizational structure.
Ability to travel 50% or more (domestic and international).
Key Attributes
Progressive mindset: Ability to think ahead and craft a roadmap to future manufacturing capabilities, leveraging AI, automation, and digitization for competitive advantage.
Advanced Communication Abilities: Develop content, messaging and cadence to build common vision, alignment and commitment. Pull teams together.
Collaborative leadership: Skilled at working across SBUs and global teams to align strategies and drive results.
Visionary execution: A forward-thinking leader who can transform manufacturing operations into future-ready capabilities.
Results-driven: Demonstrated ability to deliver financial and operational improvements through strategic initiatives and tactical execution.
Location
Candidate must live in Greater Indianapolis, Indiana or be willing to relocate to fulfill the responsibilities of this role.
Why Work for Us? Allegion is a Great Place to Grow your Career if:
You're seeking a rewarding opportunity that allows you to truly help others. With thousands of employees and customers around the world, there’s plenty of room to make an impact. As our values state, “this is your business, run with it”.
You’re looking for a company that will invest in your professional development. As we grow, we want you to grow with us.
You want a culture that promotes work-life balance. Our employees enjoy generous paid time off, because at Allegion we recognize that you have a full life outside of work!
You want to work for an award-winning company that invests in its people. Allegion is proud to be a recipient of the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award for the second year in a row, recognizing our commitment to employee engagement, strengths-based development, and unlocking human potential.
What You’ll Get From Us
Health, dental and vision insurance coverage, helping you “be safe, be healthy”.
A commitment to your future with a 401K plan, offering a 6% company match and no vesting period
Tuition Reimbursement
Unlimited PTO
Employee Discounts through Perks at Work
Community involvement and opportunities to give back so you can “serve others, not yourself”
Opportunities to leverage your unique strengths through CliftonStrengths testing and coaching
Apply Today!
Join our team of experts today and help us make tomorrow’s world a safer place!
We Celebrate Who We Are!
Allegion is committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. Together, we embrace all differences and similarities among colleagues, as well as the differences and similarities within the relationships that we foster with customers, suppliers and the communities where we live and work. Whatever your background, experience, race, color, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, we will make sure that you have every opportunity to impress us in your application and the opportunity to give your best at work, not because we’re required to, but because it’s the right thing to do. We are also committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If for any reason you cannot apply through our career site and require an accommodation or assistance, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team.
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