Vice President of Integrated Supply Chain

Description

• Set and execute a comprehensive manufacturing footprint plan in alignment with nVent’s growth strategy; integrate newly acquired operations efficiently, and implement the right processes for efficient product line transfers;
• Develop a highly capable team of results-oriented leaders with a clear succession plan;
• Partner with commercial leaders and the finance function to drive improvements and accuracy within Sales Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP);
• Create an environment that drives results through a commitment to Lean and Operational Excellence at all levels of the organization;
• Lead the Quality organization to ensure the implementation of and adherence to a robust quality system;
• Establish seamless, well-integrated processes across the supply chain to create cohesion between planning, sourcing and procurement, manufacturing, and logistics;
• Work with logistics to create year-over-year improvements in warehousing and distribution costs as a percent of sales;
• Work in lock step with Innovation and New Product Engineering to ensure development and seamless launch of cutting-edge new products and technologies as well as to develop product platform strategies which create more efficiency and flexibility across the entire supply chain;
• Lead sourcing to drive year-over-year material cost improvements while ensuring the supplier capability and redundancy to support a rapidly growing organization; examine make vs. buy opportunities to ensure that the capabilities of nVent and their suppliers are optimized;
• Drive world-class operations and supply chain management practices and create a practical mindset of Lean and continuous improvement across the organization to improve operational capability, better serve customers, optimize cost structure, and sustain high quality;
• Create safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible work environments and promote team dynamics to ensure high performance;
• Achieve year-over-year improvements in productivity, quality, delivery, safety, and working capital through clear goal setting, action plans, and accountability;
• Lead the Manufacturing Engineering organization to identify Value Engineering, Process Improvement, and Automation opportunities;

Requirements

• Fifteen or more years of manufacturing operations management experience with a premier manufacturing organization; multisite plant management experience; consumer durables experience preferred;
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects and changing priorities; ability to make sound decisions under pressure and work effectively in a team environment; readiness to work extended hours when required.
• Strong understanding and experience in the SIOP process;
• Track record of adhering to HS&E policies and guidelines in a manufacturing environment;
• Depth of experience in new product launches; experience leading innovation and new product development a plus;
• International experience; experience in Mexico and Europe a strong plus;
• Understanding of Lean, integrated supply chain principles; knowledge of process improvement systems;
• Reputation for thought leadership; understanding of “what good looks like” and the ability to lead an organization to that end goal;
• Ability to lead change and establish clear priorities and set operational metrics/key indicators for process control, communication, and performance improvement;
• Bachelor of Science degree in an engineering, supply chain, or business discipline; master’s degree in a similar field preferred;
• Innovative & adaptable
• Knowledge and ability to develop and interpret operating plans, budgets, capital plans, and financial statements;
• Demonstrated ability to effectively select, develop, coach, empower, and motivate staff, ensuring growth in their scope of responsibility and accountability for operational excellence;
• Ability to communicate clearly, with an understanding of the audience; ability to present ideas and gain commitments which are crucial to the success of the business;
• Respectful and team oriented

Benefits

• Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
• Other supplemental benefits such as tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and legal & identity theft protection.
• A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day
• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance