Materials Director - Watts Water Technologies Inc

We’re Watts. Together, we’re reimagining the future of water.

We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.

What we do:

For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. 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.​

As the Materials Director for Watts Applied Solutions, you will oversee Supply Chain, Materials Management, and Logistics functions across three main manufacturing sites (TX, NY, FL). Your responsibilities include SIOP/S&OP, tactical buying, planning, inventory management, and material/product distribution to meet the company and customer requirements. Managing approximately $350M+ in revenue and $90M+ of direct material spend, you will report to the VP of Operations and lead teams in promoting a culture of excellence.

You Will:

• Oversee production control planning to meet sales forecasts and balance workforce and material requirements.

• Maintain optimal inventory levels to ensure on-time deliveries while minimizing costs and premium transportation charges.

• Lead and enhance the Demand Planning and Sales & Operations Planning (SIOP/S&OP) processes across the platform.

• Implement and maintain ERP and Demand Planning systems for improved efficiency and data accuracy.

• Design and track KPIs using BI, AI, and ML for performance benchmarking and continuous improvement.

• Collaborate with Marketing, Product Management, and Sales to forecast new product timelines and sales.

• Develop policies, procedures, and material control systems to reduce costs and streamline operations.

• Work with the Corporate Global Quality team to ensure supplier quality metrics align with DEI, ESG, and PPM goals.

• Manage and motivate your team to achieve performance and professional growth objectives.

• Oversee supplier quality and performance, including cost-effective procurement and inventory control of production materials.

You Have:

• Bachelor’s degree required.

• 15+ years of progressive experience in lean materials management in high SKU, high-volume environments.

• Multi-site experience.

• Proven experience in managing and developing teams within the purchasing and materials function, with a focus on implementing pull systems in alignment with Operations functions.

• CPM Certification.

• Ability to travel up to 20%.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, talk, and/or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, sit, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include: close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

Work in both office and manufacturing environment. May occasionally be required to perform job duties outside the typical office setting.

Watts in it for you:

Please note that the followingbenefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.

• 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
• Learn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/

How we work:

At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.

And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.