We’re Watts. Together, we’re reimagining the future of water. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation — and we have a dynamic future ahead.
Requirements
- Lead and develop the enterprise-wide team of MRP Buyers
- Establish vision, operating standards, and performance expectations
- Design and implement KPI frameworks to measure execution, responsiveness, inventory impact, and supplier performance
- Create performance visibility through dashboards and reporting to drive accountability and decision-making
- Own enterprise governance of MRP parameters (lead times, lot sizes, safety stock, ROP, MOQ)
- Ensure master data accuracy across ERP/APS systems and lead remediation efforts
- Standardize parameter governance and institutionalize regular reviews tied to supplier performance and S&OP
- Oversee execution of MRP signals (reschedules, expedites, cancellations, PO releases)
- Ensure timely escalation of supply risks and cross-functional resolution
- Reduce MRP “noise” through improved logic, data quality, and workflows
- Establish clear prioritization frameworks and drive proactive escalation culture
- Manage inventory performance (turns, excess, aging, obsolescence) for purchased parts
- Lead root cause analysis of service failures and implement corrective actions
- Balance service, working capital, and risk through aligned replenishment strategies
- Translate outcomes into actionable insights tied to daily execution
- Improve ERP/APS planning logic to increase reliability and automation
- Lead CI initiatives to enhance workflows, data governance, and exception handling
- Partner with IT and Analytics to improve tools, dashboards, and planning models
- Eliminate inefficiencies and standardize processes to support centralization
- Align with Demand Planning, Scheduling, Sourcing, and Operations on supply execution
- Communicate risks, trade-offs, and mitigation plans clearly to stakeholders
- Lead Tier 1 forums for rapid issue resolution
- Support organizational transition as buying activities are centralized
- Reinforce a “right product, right place, right time” mindset
- Ensure MRP actions support service levels and operational readiness
- Communicate trade-offs clearly to enable aligned decisions
- Develop and manage a team of MRP Buyers
- Set clear expectations and reinforce accountability
- Elevate team performance through prioritization, coaching, and standard work
- Drive change management to embed new processes, performance discipline, and ways of working
Benefits
- Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
- Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
- Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
- 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
- Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
- Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
