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.

We are seeking a strategic, results‑driven Director to lead enterprise manufacturing network optimization initiatives across our supply chain. In this role, you will guide the planning and execution of multi‑site manufacturing change programs that improve structural efficiency, optimize capacity utilization, enhance cost and cash performance, and ensure exceptional customer service and delivery continuity.

You will serve as the central leader for cross‑functional programs, partnering closely with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, HR, IT, EHS, and Quality. This is a high‑impact role designed for a strong operator and program leader who can drive execution, influence stakeholders, and manage complex change across a global manufacturing network.

WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:

• Lead the planning and execution of the enterprise manufacturing network optimization strategy.
• Run end‑to‑end manufacturing change programs, including equipment redeployment, production realignment, capacity planning, inventory management, and operational readiness.
• Build and manage project plans, budgets, timelines, risk registers, and mitigation plans for multi‑site initiatives.
• Partner with Finance to model cost, cash, and productivity outcomes and ensure accurate value tracking.
• Maintain strong service and delivery performance through dual‑run strategies, bridge inventory, and proactive risk management.
• Coordinate dependencies across Engineering, Quality, IT, EHS, HR, and Supply Chain to ensure seamless execution of changes.
• Support facility readiness, including layout adjustments, utilities planning, regulatory and quality validations, and customer qualification requirements.
• Provide clear, consistent communication to leadership through dashboards, steering committee updates, and program reviews.
• Drive disciplined change management and alignment with cross‑functional teams.

YOU HAVE:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Business, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 10–12+ years of experience in manufacturing, operations, industrial engineering, or supply chain.
• Proven experience leading complex manufacturing transformations, production realignments, or enterprise operational initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing operations, capacity planning, layouts, and cost drivers.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional programs with accountability for service, cost, cash, and schedule.
• Excellent communication, influencing, and executive presentation skills.
• Solid understanding of ERP/MRP systems and the role of IT in manufacturing environments.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to translate data into insights and actions.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity, manage multiple priorities, and operate effectively in fast‑paced environments.
• Experience with global, multi‑site manufacturing networks.
• Familiarity with regulatory and quality requirements.
• Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement certification.
• Background in manufacturing network design, operational strategy execution, or transformation PMO leadership.

WE 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 day

  • nVent 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 www.nvent.com.

• Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work

  • We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide

  • Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money

• Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being:

  • Innovative & adaptable

  • Dedicated to absolute integrity

  • Focused on the customer first

  • Respectful and team oriented

  • Optimistic and energizing

  • Accountable for performance

• Benefits to support the lives of our employees

Pay Transparency
 
nVent’s pay scale is based on the expected range of base pay for this job and the employee’s work location. Employee pay within this range will be based on a combination of factors including knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, education, and performance. Where federal, state, or local minimum wage requirements exist, employee pay will comply.
 
Compensation Range:

Depending on the position offered, employee may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as annual incentives.

Benefit Overview

At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being.  We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible 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 may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.