Supplier Development and Performance Manager

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Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Supplier Development and Performance Manager to join the Wiremold Team in Concord, NC.

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.

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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.

• 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.

• 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…