Transformation Director – Integrated Supply Chain

nVent

Transformation Director responsible for ISC execution and strategy at nVent. Leading cross-functional initiatives with a focus on supply chain performance and operational excellence.

Posted 7/29/2026full-timeSt Louis Park • Minnesota, Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $172,900 - $257,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in end-to-end supply chain strategy and execution, with a strong focus on global network design, capacity planning, and transformation initiatives. Proven ability to align ISC strategies with business growth objectives while ensuring operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

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End-To-End Supply Chain StrategyGlobal Network DesignCapacity PlanningCross-Functional Transformation LeadershipFinancial Acumen

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Hard Skills

Supply Chain StrategyCapacity PlanningLean MethodologyValue Stream OptimizationOperational ExcellenceNPI/NTI ExperienceP&L ManagementCross-Functional GovernanceExecution CadenceRisk Management

Soft Skills

Influence SkillsCollaboration SkillsCustomer-Focused MindsetStrategic ThinkingExecution Orientation

Tools & Technologies

IBP/S&OP ProcessesGovernance FrameworksTransformation RoadmapsSupply Chain Performance Metrics

Industry Keywords

ManufacturingOperationsHigh-Growth BusinessMulti-Site OperationsMatrix Organization

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Translate Business Strategy into ISC Execution
Translate commercial and portfolio strategies into ISC implications including capacity, footprint, make versus buy, inventory, and margin
Own the development of integrated, cross-functional ISC execution plans aligned to growth objectives
Partner directly with BU leaders, Planning, and ISC functions to deliver customer commitments and financial targets
Build and lead multi-year transformation roadmaps across Plan, Source, Make, and Deliver
Drive end-to-end value stream optimization, improving service, cost, and supply chain performance
Lead cross-functional initiatives, not just tracking, but owning transformation delivery across functions
Establish governance and execution rigor to ensure sustained results at scale
Own global value stream network design, including footprint, flow, and “where to make” decisions
Optimize network for speed, cost, resilience, and scalability
Align network design with business growth strategies and customer requirement
Lead global capacity strategy and capital planning to support growth and NPI/NTI
Translate demand signals into actionable capacity investments and deployment roadmaps
Partner with ISC and Finance to prioritize capital allocation and ensure ROI discipline
Own ISC strategy and execution for new product introduction (NPI) and new technology introduction (NTI)
Ensure supply chain readiness, scalability, and quality performance for new offerings
Partner with Engineering, Quality, and Operations to drive product and process excellence
Partner with Planning to translate and deliver the commercial activity plan through IBP/S&OP processes
Drive supply-demand synchronization and proactive risk management
Ensure disciplined execution cadence across ISC and business functions
Lead and influence across the matrix organization in Manufacturing, Sourcing, Planning, Engineering, and Quality
Establish strong cross-functional governance over improvement plans and transformation initiatives
Serve as the integrator between business strategy and operational execution
Serve as the primary ISC business partner to the Electrical Connections leadership team
Support customer strategies, including engagement with key customers where supply chain is a differentiator
Enable speed, reliability, and scalability in a high-growth, customer-driven environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, or related field
12+ years of progressive leadership in global supply chain, manufacturing, and/or operations
Proven experience in: End-to-end supply chain strategy and execution
Global network design and capacity planning
Leading large-scale, cross-functional transformation initiatives
Business-facing ISC leadership roles
Ideally, plant manager/plant leadership experience and/or multi-site operations experience
Experience supporting high-growth businesses
Strong financial acumen and ability to link ISC decisions to P&L outcomes
Experience with NPI/NTI in complex manufacturing environments
Background in Lean, value stream optimization, and operational excellence
Strategic and systems thinker with strong execution orientation
Ability to operate across end-to-end value streams and global networks
Strong influence and collaboration skills in a matrixed environment
Capability to lead large programs and govern cross-functional execution
Customer-focused mindset with ability to scale operations rapidly
Ability to travel up to 25% of the time, domestically and internationally.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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