Sourcing Manager Lead

Req ID: 11517

Remote Opportunities: Semi-Remote

Acuity Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) and Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people’s lives.

We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and an audio, video and control platform. We focus on customer outcomes and drive growth and productivity to increase market share and deliver superior returns. We look to aggressively deploy capital to grow the business and to enter attractive new verticals.

Acuity Inc. is based in Atlanta, Georgia, with operations across North America, Europe and Asia. The Company is powered by approximately 13,000 dedicated and talented associates. Visit us at www.acuityinc.com.

Job Summary

This role will lead the development and execution of a common component architecture across the organization, driving strategic initiatives that unlock value through part consolidation. By enhancing sourcing capabilities and standardizing tools, processes, and templates, the role will enable more effective sourcing strategies and foster cross-functional collaboration. The successful candidate will identify opportunities to reduce complexity, streamline product platforms, and deliver measurable value through simplification and harmonization efforts.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

Standardization & Execution: Develop standardized approaches and toolkits to ensure consistent execution across the organization, driving measurable value creation.
Common Component Collaboration: Lead workshops with engineering and other stakeholders to identify opportunities for part consolidation and product platforming, aiming to reduce complexity and improve efficiency.
Capability Development: Design and implement best-in-class sourcing tools, processes, and templates to strengthen team performance.
Strategic Enablement: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine sourcing strategies and tactics that align with business goals.
Roadmap Creation: Partner with process owners to build actionable roadmaps for platforming and simplification initiatives.

Skills and Minimum Experience Required

Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, etc.
5+ years within a sourcing direct materials with heavy collaboration with engineering
Proven experience managing change initiatives involving cross-functional sourcing and engineering teams, particularly in relation to technical requirements, engineering specifications, and component-level technical attributes.
Knowledge of Product Lifecycle Management systems and processes
Understanding and strong experience in strategic sourcing
Strong interpersonal skills with ability to influence and work in a highly cross functional space
Experience leading and coaching sourcing professionals
Proficient in MS Excel, preferred experience with Windchill and Power BI
Sourcing experience with different commodities.

Travel Requirements

Up to 25% Domestic and Internationally.

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The range for this position is $100,700.00 to $181,200.00. Placement within this range may vary, depending on the applicant’s experience and geographic location. Acuity offers generous benefits including health care, dental coverage, vision plans, 401K benefits, and commissions/incentive compensation depending on the role. For a list of our benefits, click here.

We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, covered veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

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Accommodation for Applicants with Disabilities:  As an equal opportunity employer, Acuity Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you have difficulty using our online system due to a disability and need an accommodation, you may contact us at (770) 922-9000.  Please clearly indicate what type of accommodation you are requesting and for what requisition. 

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