About Us

Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) stands at the forefront of industrial technology, leveraging innovation to address challenges in spaces, lighting, and beyond for our customers, communities, and the environment.

Our dual business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting and Lighting Controls (ABL) and the Intelligent Spaces Group (ISG), are dedicated to designing, manufacturing, and delivering products and services that significantly enhance people's lives.

We are committed to sustainability and technology, developing solutions that help our customers conserve energy and minimize carbon footprints. Our growth is driven by the creation of cutting-edge products and services, including lighting systems, control mechanisms, building management solutions, and location-aware applications.

Position Overview

The Buyer/Planner role is essential for overseeing material replenishment and management. This position ensures that materials are available by maintaining optimal inventory levels based on Kanban principles, facilitating timely assembly and delivery to customers. Collaboration with the cell leader on the production floor is crucial for managing scheduling and Kanban boards, ensuring accurate data reflects customer demand.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the Kanban Boards to procure materials necessary for uninterrupted operations.
• Lead daily Stand Up Meetings with cell leaders to review current and future demand, formulating plans to meet customer needs while optimizing costs.
• Monitor inventory within the Focus Factory, adjusting Kanban levels as required.
• Audit the Kanban Process to ensure proper material management, identifying discrepancies such as missing cards or materials.
• Act as a liaison between the production floor and customers, addressing issues and managing customer expectations to ensure timely deliveries.
• Engage in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing key performance indicators (KPIs) such as Efficiency, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Innovation.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• Familiarity with Lean methodologies and a solid understanding of Kanban principles, along with knowledge of product components and assembly processes.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with hourly staff.
• Strong mathematical skills and well-developed verbal and written communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Excel for data analysis.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the capacity to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.

We are an equal opportunity employer, valuing diversity and considering all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Accommodation for Applicants with Disabilities: Acuity Brands is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations in the application process for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability, please indicate the type of accommodation needed.