Materials Manager

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.In this position, you will get to:Lead and facilitate daily operations of the Material Flow areaDirectly supervise employees including training, work direction, performance management and payrollProvide adequate resources, on-going work direction, and problem solving to ensure business goals are metDrive a continuous improvement culture by involving employees in problem solving and decision making as well as recognizing them for exceptional workBe highly visible to associates and promote hands-on, high involvement approaches to problem solvingMaintain RF material tracking system/equipment and drive velocity and accuracy improvementsLead transformational projects that improve Safety, Quality, Delivery, and ProductivityYou have:Academic background of:Minimum 2 year degree, 4 year degree preferredPrevious experience in or with:3 – 5 years ManufacturingMaterials or Supply Chain1 – 3 years LeadershipSkilled in:Strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to present and influence views in a clear and compelling mannerEfficiently operate computer programs including Microsoft Office and EpicorClearly demonstrate understanding of Lean Manufacturing conceptsEmployee Management including conflict resolution, coaching, training, recognition and engagementChange Management with the knowledge of process improvement concepts and methods, along with the flexibility and adaptability to accept, support, and deploy new processes in a changing business environmentAbilities to meet the physical and environmental demands to:Function in a rapidly changing, fast paced environment, with a positive attitudeRotate between an office and plant floor seamlesslyLift/push/climb/stand/sit/kneel as neededWE HAVE: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 daynVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation.Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at .Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and workWe encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwideThrough our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate moneyCore values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being:Innovative & adaptableDedicated to absolute integrityFocused on the customer firstRespectful and team orientedOptimistic and energizingAccountable for performanceBenefits to support the lives of our employeesBenefit OverviewAt nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being.  We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for full-time employees that includes:Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.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.