Supply & Operations Leadership Development Program

Company Overview

nVent is a $2.1 billion, high-performance electrical company with a dedicated team of 9,000 people and trusted brands such as CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, RAYCHEM, SCHROFF and TRACER. Known for innovation, quality and reliability, our products connect and protect, consistently delivering value to industrial, commercial, residential, energy and infrastructure customers.

While our name may be new, our products have set the standards for quality for more than a century. Today as nVent, we are focused and forward-looking, ready to build upon our legacy. The future is now.

Segment Overview

A high-performance electrical business focused on improving utilization, lowering costs and maximizing customer uptime. Its industrial enclosures, fastening systems and thermal management technologies help protect sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes and help keep people safe. Strategic business units include Enclosures, Thermal Management, and Electrical & Fastening Solutions. Electrical generated approximately $2.1 billion in sales in 2016.

Job Summary

POSITION SUMMARY

The Supply & Operations Leadership Development Program (SOLD Program) is an accelerated program for recent college graduates with proven ability to excel in today’s fast-paced world. The program will provide graduates who wish to pursue a career in Supply Chain or Operations Management the opportunity to gain exposure in the various aspects of Supply Chain and Operations within a global manufacturing organization. The SOLD Program is designed to develop high caliber individuals into future leaders who will be driven by our purpose and led by our vision. The SOLD Program will build on participant’s skills by providing exposure to experienced Pentair professionals through various manufacturing and service center locations.

The SOLD Program is a three year program consisting of three, 12 month rotations within two+ locations. Participants will be rotating through several different facets of the supply and operation functions based on business needs and individual career aspirations. Geographic flexibility is required both during and upon completion of the program.

Rotation Examples include:

Lean Manufacturing
Group Lead /Production Supervision
Supply Analytics
Category Management

Successful program participants will have many opportunities to accelerate their career growth. Graduates of SOLDP are developed as the talent pipeline for many roles including but not limited to:

Supply Chain Leader
Materials Leader
Lean Leader
Quality Leader
Operations Leader
Logistics Leader
Production Leader

Job Requirements & Skills

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics or Operations Management from an accredited university
Previous internship, co-op, and/or industry work experience is required
Previous experience working in a manufacturing environment is preferred
Strong desire and motivation to develop a career as a future leader in Supply Chain
Desire to grow within Pentair’s Supply Chain and Manufacturing organization upholding the Win Right values
Strong leadership and teambuilding skills
Strong verbal and written communications skills
Ability to multitask and problem solve
Excellent attention to detail and organization skills
Ability to work on cross-functional teams
Ability to work effectively with all levels and functions within the organization
Willingness to learn and work independently
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Flexibility, organization, and poise under time constraints and deadlines
Ability to listen effectively, ask questions for clarification and guidance
Ability to build relationships quickly and work in ambiguous situations
Strong work ethic and personal responsibility to see things through to completion
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Ability to relocate/ work in different geographies, and travel as required
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without restrictions now or in the future