We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:

• Lead and develop a team of Buyers ensuring availability of materials to satisfy production and customer needs while maintaining targeted inventory levels.

• Develop forward-looking strategies for commodity/spend categories; analyze and evaluate procurement policies and stocking strategies.

• Analyze material requirements and inventory, using PFEP, in order to maintain on-time delivery and target inventory levels, and identify trends and opportunities for improvement.

• Maintain data integrity within the purchasing modules of the business system, delivery dates, lead times, safety stocks, etc.

• Analyze supplier performance data to find opportunities for improvement.

• Support continuous improvement, root cause analysis, and deployment of counter measures.

• Work with QA Dept. to quickly and sustainably resolve supplier quality issues.

• Collaborate cross functionally in the SIOP process.

YOU HAVE:

• Bachelor’s Degree in business-related field preferred.

• 5+ years of previous experience in or with Supply Chain Management, Purchasing and Inventory Control.

• 2+ years of management experience preferred.

• Knowledge of process improvement concepts and methods along with the flexibility and adaptability to accept, support, and deploy new processes in a changing business environment.

• Skill to create and implement plans aligned with the division’s strategic vision.

• Skill in conflict resolution including the ability to address difference of opinions or facts and use the most appropriate method to reach an effective solution.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to present and influence views in a clear and compelling manner.

• Ability to collaborate and interact professionally with all levels in an organization in order to build and maintain effective work relationships, both internal and external.

• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize time/workload and delegate work in order to accomplish tasks and meet deadlines.

• Ability to effectively coach and champion staff growth and development.

WE HAVE:

• Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work
  • We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide
  • Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money
• Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being:
  • Innovative & adaptable
  • Dedicated to absolute integrity
  • Focused on the customer first
  • Respectful and team oriented
  • Optimistic and energizing
  • Accountable for performance
• Benefits to support the lives of our employees