Do Career a Favor and Avoid - Strategic Sourcing Kohler Co. Employee Review

3.0
Jan 20, 2016
Recommend
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Pros

World class products, people and sites. The Kohler name is well-known and well-respected in the industry and outside the industry.

Cons

Some of the most inept middle management I've ever encountered. There's a tendency to have people in the roles that cannot make a decision to save their life, and are big on analysis paralysis. The review process is a joke, and punishes taking on large scale projects. I recorded the most savings in the company for three years in a row, and never was permitted to progress, because I went to the wrong college. Oddly, six other companies didn't feel the same way, and offered 40% more to jump ship.

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Pros

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Cons

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2.0
Apr 4, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

If you are okay supporting a business that is focused on building wealth instead of developing skills and business understanding of objectives, then you will fit right in as long as you learn two important phrases "Great idea boss" and "Yes sir, I will carry out all of your plans so you will be recognized by upper management". DON'T ROCK THE BOAT!

Cons

I have already posted a con, but noticed another con that other posts point to. I read about disappointment of no remote work anymore. Remote work is difficult; you have a hard time building collaboration, teamwork and trust in a remote situation. But as I look at myself, I am on-site and love coming to work - would rather be around my team and have a constant pulse on the culture where I can address any issues immediately. Ask yourself, other than the loss of commute time and being in the comfort of your own home - why do people prefer to work from home. Many times, it can be due to avoiding the stress and anxiety that exists at work. Now ask yourself, what would make people want to be in the office versus at home. Whether you are remote or in person, not wanting to come into the office may be a sign that you are not happy and lacking fulfillment from your current circumstances.

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