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Req ID:  11077
Remote Opportunities:  Onsite

                                                                         

KE2 Therm Solutions seeks to save energy, preserve the environment, and improve profitability for our customers by delivering energy-saving electronic solutions to the Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC&R) industry. We are recognized for having high quality, technologically advanced products that are easy to use, and for providing superior technical applications support before and after the sale.

 

KE2 Therm Solutions is part of Distech Controls Inc. which is owned by Acuity Inc.

 

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

Reporting to the Purchasing/Planning team, this position plays a key role in production planning and the procurement of raw materials for various production cells. The person in this role will also be responsible for sourcing office supplies or miscellaneous materials for the plants and offices within their business unit.

 

This role requires adaptability in a constantly evolving environment. The Planner/Buyer plays a key role in delivering exceptional customer service by optimizing production capacity, preventing raw material shortages, and prioritizing tasks to maintain a delivery rate of over 98% for our customers.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

Main Daily Tasks:

  • Align production of finished goods with customer orders.
  • Ensure procurement of raw materials according to established ordering methods (KanBan, ERP recommendations, etc.).
  • Act as the liaison between Customer Service and Production to maintain a 98% on-time delivery rate to our clients.
  • Establish and maintain good relationships with various suppliers.
  • Participate in emergency planning meetings with suppliers.
  • Work closely with Accounts Payable to facilitate the invoice payment process.
  • Participate in the New Product Introduction (NPI) process to ensure a smooth and timely production launch.
  • Ensure inventory levels of finished goods and raw materials under their responsibility meet target levels.

 

Main Weekly Tasks:

  • Support the NPI process to ensure a smooth and quick production rollout.
  • Ensure timely availability of raw materials for new product introductions.
  • Validate and update various ERP/MRP parameters based on demand fluctuations.
  • Analyze production needs versus available production capacity for each production cell.

 

Related Tasks:

  • Ensure product BOM (Bill of Materials) accuracy in the ERP.
  • Assist in maintaining accurate inventory database records.

Skills and Minimum Experience Required

  • Associate Degree in Supply Chain Management or a related field (e.g., Associate of Applied Science – AAS).
  • 2 to 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with exposure to NPI projects.
  • Comfortable working in a collaborative, cross-departmental setting.
  • Experience with an ERP system (Infor Syteline or equivalent).
  • Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Knowledge of NPI processes and BOM management.
  • Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and foresight.
  • Excellent cross-functional communication (planning, R&D, purchasing, sourcing).
  • Technical curiosity and solution-oriented mindset.

 

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The range for this position is $64,300.00  to $115,700.00. 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 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.  Please click here and here for more information. 

 

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 accommodation, you may contact us at (770) 922-9000.  Please clearly indicate what type of accommodation you are requesting and for what requisition.  

Any unsolicited resumes sent to Acuity Inc. from a third party, such as an Agency recruiter, including unsolicited resumes sent to an Acuity Inc. mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Acuity Inc. employees, or to Acuity Inc. resume database will be considered Acuity inc. property. Acuity Inc. will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. 

Acuity Inc. will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. This includes any Agency that is an approved/engaged vendor but does not have the appropriate approvals to be engaged on a search. 

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