Facilities Senior Manager

Kao; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401(k) with company match

36 total days off

Competitive salary

Job summary

Kao is seeking a Sr. Manager of Facilities in Cincinnati to lead operations, maintenance, and development of physical infrastructure. You’ll guide facilities, utilities and plant services, oversee budgets, and drive energy efficiency while coordinating with internal teams and external partners.

The role emphasizes strategic planning, vendor management, and ensuring safe, cost-effective workplaces in a dynamic corporate environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Facilities Management, Engineering, Construction Management, or Business Administration.
• 3+ years project and Construction Management.
• 5+ years oversight of daily operations for multiple facilities.
• 5+ years managing HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire safety and building systems.
• 5+ years managing operational and capital budgets.
• 5+ years negotiating and managing vendor contracts for services like cleaning, landscaping, security and maintenance.
• 3+ years ensuring compliance with OSHA, EPA and local building codes.
• 3+ years implementing energy efficiency programs and sustainable practices.
• 5+ years experience developing talent and leading high performance teams.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning & Leadership – Develop long-term facilities strategies aligned with company goals; lead and mentor Facilities/Utilities/Plant Services teams (managers, engineers, technicians, contractor services); oversee budgets, forecasting, and capital improvement planning.
• Operational Oversight – Ensure day-to-day facility operations run smoothly (maintenance, security, HVAC, etc.); optimize energy use, space management, and sustainability efforts; manage vendor contracts and performance.
• Safety and Compliance – Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations; lead emergency preparedness and response planning.
• Project Management – Oversee facility construction, renovations, relocations, and upgrades; coordinate with internal stakeholders, architects, and contractors.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration – Work with HR, IT, Finance, and other departments to support workplace needs; liaison between executive leadership and facilities operations.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Construction Management or Business Administration

Job description

We are Kao, listed as one of the world’s most ethical companies for the last 19 years.

Our brand portfolio spans across three sectors;Consumer Care (John Frieda, Bondi Sands, Bioré, Jergens, Curél), Professional Hair (Goldwell, Oribe, KMS Hair, Kerasilk), and Molton Brown.

Our corporate philosophy, the Kao Way, guides us in everything we do – acting with integrity, courageously driving innovation, and treating each other with trust and respect.

The Role:

Reporting to the Sr. Director, Production and Engineering the Sr. Manager of Facilities will strategically lead and oversee the operations, maintenance, and development of an organization's physical infrastructure and workspaces. You will ensure that all buildings, grounds, systems, and services support our goals efficiently, safely, and cost-effectively.

At Kao, we offer amazing benefits that are available to you on your first day of employment (healthcare, 401(k) plus company match), 36 total days off (vacation + holidays + sick) and a reasonable salary range of $115,000 - $140,000

What you will do:

• Strategic Planning & Leadership – Develop long-term facilities strategies aligned with company goals; lead and mentor Facilities/Utilities/Plant Services teams (managers, engineers, technicians, contractor services); oversee budgets, forecasting, and capital improvement planning. Annual capital budget planning and monitoring.
• Operational Oversight – Ensure day-to-day facility operations run smoothly (maintenance, security, HVAC, etc.); optimize energy use, space management, and sustainability efforts; manage vendor contracts and performance (cleaning, landscaping, security, etc.).
• Safety and Compliance – Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations; lead emergency preparedness and response planning.
• Project Management – Oversee facility construction, renovations, relocations, and upgrades; coordinate with internal stakeholders, architects, and contractors.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration – Work with HR, IT, Finance, and other departments to support workplace needs; serve as a liaison between executive leadership and facilities operations.

What you will need:

• Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Construction Management or Business Administration.
• Equivalent combinations of relevant technical education, certifications, and progressively responsible manufacturing facilities experience may be considered.
• 3+ years project and Construction Management.
• 5+ years oversight of daily operations for multiple.
• 5+ years managing HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire safety and building systems.
• 5+ years managing operational and capital budgets.
• 5+ years negotiating and managing vendor contracts for services like cleaning, landscaping, security and maintenance.
• 3+ years ensuring compliance with OSHA, EPA and local building codes.
• 3+ years implementing energy efficiency programs and sustainable practices.
• 5+ years experience developing talent and leading high performance teams.

At Kao, we believe the diversity of our teams strengthens our global mission. Here we trust and respect each other, collaborating in a friendly and inclusive work environment to achieve great results.

What you can expect from us:

• An entrepreneurial environment where passionate and innovative teams come together.
• Respect, teamwork and collaboration are at the heart of how we work.
• A workplace culture that prioritizes employee wellbeing
• A broad range of benefits, including flexible working, competitive salaries, health and wellbeing offers, retirement, insurance options, and more…
• Learning and development opportunities

Your voice matters here — we value entrepreneurial thinking and innovation from our teams.

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Kao is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.