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Supplier Development & Performance Manager
Supplier Development & Performance ManagerLegrand North America • Concord, NC, United States
Supplier Development & Performance Manager

Supplier Development & Performance Manager

Legrand North America • Concord, NC, United States
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Position Description

At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Supplier Development & Performance Manager to join Legrand’s Electrical Wiring Systems (EWS) division.

The Supplier Development and Performance Manager is responsible for improving supplier capability, performance, cost competitiveness, and operational excellence. This role drives supplier performance management, VAVE (Value Analysis / Value Engineering) initiatives, and Lean projects in collaboration with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to achieve cost reduction, quality improvement, delivery reliability, and innovation.

The role acts as a key link between Procurement, Engineering, Quality, Operations, and Suppliers to deliver sustainable value across the supply base. The role is remote and reports to the VP of Supply Chain and Sourcing.

Main Job Duties :

Supplier Performance Management

  • Define, implement, and manage supplier performance metrics (KPIs) covering quality, delivery, cost, service, and sustainability
  • Lead regular supplier performance reviews and corrective action plans
  • Identify underperforming suppliers and drive structured improvement programs
  • Support supplier segmentation and strategic supplier relationship management

Supplier Development

  • Assess supplier capabilities and maturity using audits and assessments
  • Develop and execute supplier development plans aligned with business objectives
  • Lead cross-functional teams to improve supplier processes, capacity, quality, and reliability
  • Support onboarding and development of new suppliers
  • VAVE (Value Analysis / Value Engineering)

  • Lead and facilitate VAVE workshops with internal teams and suppliers
  • Identify cost reduction, design optimization, material substitution, and process improvement opportunities
  • Drive implementation of approved VAVE ideas while maintaining or improving quality, performance, and compliance
  • Track, validate, and report VAVE savings and value creation
  • Lean Projects with Suppliers

  • Lead and support Lean initiatives (e.g., waste reduction, cycle time reduction, inventory optimization) across the supplier base
  • Apply Lean tools such as Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, 5S, SMED, and problem-solving methodologies
  • Coach suppliers in Lean principles and continuous improvement practices
  • Ensure improvements are sustainable and standardized
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Work closely with Procurement, Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Finance teams
  • Support sourcing decisions with supplier performance and capability insights
  • Contribute to make / buy decisions, localization initiatives, and risk mitigation strategies
  • Governance, Reporting & Compliance

  • Track and report supplier performance, improvement progress, cost savings, and benefits realization
  • Ensure supplier improvement activities align with company policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements
  • Support sustainability, ESG, and responsible sourcing initiatives
  • Note : The above Job Description is representative of the responsibilities and qualifications necessary to be successful in this role. It does not encompass every job duty or responsibility; other tasks may be assigned as necessary. Further the job description does not alter the at-will nature of employment with Legrand and does not create a contract of employment.

    Qualifications

    Education & Experience :

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, business, or related field (or equivalent); Master’s degree or professional certifications (such as APICS) are a plus
  • Minimum of 5 years in supplier development, procurement or supply chain, operations, and / or manufacturing.
  • Minimum of 1 year of supervisory experience.
  • Skills / Knowledge / Abilities :

  • Demonstrated ability to in a manufacturing environment or company
  • Strong knowledge and experience in ERP / MRP systems
  • Working knowledge of VAVE (value add / value engineering) principles and cost engineering
  • Strong collaboration, and negotiation skills and demonstrated success managing in a matrixed organization
  • Ability and comfortable working with data, KPIs, and performance dashboards
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced organization and balance multiple priorities
  • Strong project management skills and ability to influence without authority
  • Familiar with lean principles and continuous improvement methodologies
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with demonstrated ability to work and lead teams
  • Travel

  • 25% of traveling nationally and internationally is expected
  • Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

  • Supplier quality, delivery, and service performance improvement
  • Achieved and validated VAVE cost savings and value creation
  • Lean project impact (lead time reduction, waste reduction, productivity improvement)
  • Supplier risk reduction and capability improvement
  • Company Info

    About Legrand

    Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Our comprehensive offering of solutions for residential, commercial, and data center markets makes us a benchmark for customers worldwide. We harness technological and societal trends with lasting impacts on buildings with the purpose of improving life by transforming the spaces where people live, work, and meet with electrical and digital infrastructures and connected solutions that are simple, innovative, and sustainable. Legrand is a global, publicly traded company listed on the Euronext (Legrand SA EPA : LR). For more information, visit www.legrandgroup.com / en

    About Legrand North and Central America

    Legrand, North & Central America (LNCA) is a leader in the AV, Lighting & Controls, Electrical, and Data Center markets. LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay, short-term and long-term disability benefit plans, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, bonus opportunities in accordance with the Company’s incentive plans, paid time off to volunteer, and an active / growing Employee Resource Group network. For more information, visit legrand.us

    About Legrand’s Electrical Wiring Systems Division

    Legrand’s Electrical Wiring Systems (EWS) division provides the most complete line of residential, commercial, and industrial electrical wiring devices in the world.  Through commitment to innovation and quality, EWS maintains the position of industry leader in wire and cable management and wiring devices categories, specializing in raceways, flexible floor, open space and outdoor power solutions, wire mesh cable trays and systems, and designer switches and outlets. With this comprehensive offering, EWS serves a range of exciting vertical markets, including commercial office and commercial interior, data centers, education, healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing, mixed-use developments and residential.  For more information, visit legrand.us / electrical wiring devices

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