NEW PRODUCT SOURCING SPECIALIST

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a New Product Sourcing Specialist to join the Data Center Power & Control Division in Canonsburg, PA.

This is a newly created position to help drive business expansion.

The New Product Sourcing Specialist will provide sourcing leadership for new product projects for our Starline Business! This role serves as the sourcing and project management lead on project teams, driving delivery of Starline innovation development for an on-time, cost-effective, and on-spec launch.

The specialist ensures that all the products are developed and handed over effectively to run efficiently in our factories from NPD to Production.

What Will You Do?

• Conduct RFQ and Analyze quotations from different suppliers, utilizing the (TCO) total cost of ownership tools and the cost of the parts, components, and multisource for risk mitigation and on-time delivery of the project.
• Issue PO and expedite materials to support NPD launches for an on-time launch.
• Work with internal teams (product, engineering, operation, sourcing, and purchasing) to implement effective supplier strategies from NPD to product life cycle to minimize supply risk for Starline.
• Negotiate with suppliers for parts and tooling, and project timelines to ensure we launch NPD on time, on cost, and on spec.
• Update and maintain the Costed Bill of Material (CBOM) for each NPD project.
• Manage supplier's On Time Delivery (OTD) performance during prototype / development phases (Starline NPD Gates).
• Manage the PPAP orders for new parts when the PO is placed, quality inspection, operation, and engineering sign-off.
• Work with production buyers to transfer material purchasing responsibility once the new parts have obtained approved PPAP status.
• Manage NPD-related ECOs and sustain ECOs that affect new part changes related to the 3-year product plan.
• Conduct and facilitate technical design reviews with suppliers, in order to confirm the functionality of the part / component and manufacturability to support engineering.
• Lead for sourcing project updates, inc luding risks and mitigation plans.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain Management or Business Management or equivalent experience.
• CPM / PMP / APICS (CPIM or CSCP) certification preferred.
• Purchasing materials in a manufacturing environment a plus .
• MRP or ERP software experience, Infor Cloud preferred.
• Experience with a high concentration in steel, copper or electronics markets preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities :

• Flexibility to adjust and thrive in an environment with changing requirements, schedules, and priorities for multiple projects and assignments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product management, engineering, operations, sourcing and purchasing, etc).
• Self-driven and resourceful to achieve goals independently as well as work well in groups.
• Ability to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Well-developed communication skills : able to clearly and concisely express information (or data) to associates, peers, and management.
• Creative, entrepreneurial-minded, with a strong comfort level of taking measurable risks.
• Demonstrate analytical experience, critical thinking skills, project management, negotiation, customer service, and team-building skills.
• Ability to travel both domestically and internationally 10 - 15%.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

• Primary environment : ambient room temperatures, lighting, and traditional office equipment as found in a typical office environment.
• The performance of this position may occasionally require exposure to the manufacturing areas where certain areas require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses and mandatory hearing protection.
• Regularly required to stand; walk and communicate with others.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time; ability to fly for extended periods of time.
• Able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.

About Legrand

Representing more than 150 years of innovation, Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures.

Our purpose is improving lives by transforming the spaces where people live, work and meet with electrical and digital infrastructures and connected solutions that are simple, innovative and sustainable.

Every day, over 39,000 Legrand employees work hard to enhance the buildings of tomorrow. Legrand is a global, publicly traded company listed on the Euronext ( Legrand SA EPA : LR ) with revenue of 7 billion, and products sold in 180 countries.

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About Legrand North and Central America

Legrand North and Central America (LNCA) employs over 6,500 associates in 50 locations, working across six divisions / sector : Audio Visual, Building Controls Systems, Data Power and Controls, Electrical Wiring Systems, and Lighting.

We hold a leading position in every North American market we serve and focus on exceeding our customers needs within the commercial, residential, and industrial industries.

LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, paid time off to volunteer, and an active / growing Employee Resource Group network.

LNCA is an employee-centered, growing company with tremendous opportunity. For more information, visit

About Legrands Data Center Power and Control Division

The industry-leading brands of Approved Networks, Ortronics, Raritan, Server Technology, and Starline empower Legrands Data, Power & Control to produce innovative solutions for data centers, building networks, and facility infrastructures.

Our division designs, manufactures, and markets world-class products for a more productive and sustainable future. The exceptional reliability of our technologies results from decades of proven performance and a dedication to research and development.

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