Materials Analyst

Pentair is seeking a Materials Analyst in Chardon, OH, responsible for managing procurement activities, analyzing demand forecasts, and ensuring optimal inventory levels to meet production needs. This role involves overseeing the purchasing of materials, analyzing market trends, supporting sourcing team negotiations, monitoring inventory, and collaborating with internal teams to align procurement strategies with business objectives. The analyst will contribute to Pentair's mission of sustainably moving, improving, and enjoying water.

Must Have

• Oversee the purchasing of materials and components for timely availability.
• Analyze market trends and demand forecasts to optimize inventory levels and purchasing strategies.
• Monitor inventory levels and implement strategies to minimize excess stock.
• Work closely with internal teams (production, logistics, finance) to align procurement strategies.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis and familiarity with procurement software or ERP systems.
• Experienced user of ERP/MRP Systems (JDE, AS400, QAD, SAP).
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal forms.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented.
• Leadership ability to ensure effective teamwork.
• Decision-making ability to resolve problems, prioritize multiple tasks and disposition material.
• Ability and willingness to adapt to and help drive continual change.
• LEAN/Six SIGMA practices.

Good to Have

• Previous experience in procurement, supply chain management, or a related field is preferred.

Perks & Benefits

• Health benefits
• Generous 401(k)
• Employee stock purchase program
• Disability benefits
• Life insurance
• Critical illness insurance
• Accident insurance
• Parental leave
• Caregiver leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Wellness programs

At Pentair, you will work alongside passionate problem-solvers who are committed to the future of our planet. We put our purpose into practice, helping people sustainably move, improve and enjoy water, life's most essential resource. From our residential and commercial water solutions to industrial water management and everything in between, our 9,750 global employees serve customers in more than 150 countries, working to help improve lives and the environment around the world.

We have an opportunity for a Materials Analyst to join our Chardon, OH team. You will be responsible for managing procurement activities, analyzing demand forecasts, and ensuring optimal inventory levels to meet production needs, the activities can be associated with a specific value stream or site level.

You will:

• Oversee the purchasing of materials and components to ensure timely availability for production and operational needs.
• Analyze market trends and demand forecasts to optimize inventory levels and purchasing strategies.
• Provide support to the Sourcing Team that is charge of negotiating contracts and pricing with suppliers to secure the best possible terms and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Monitor inventory levels and implement strategies to minimize excess stock while ensuring product availability.
• Work closely with internal teams, such as production, logistics, and finance, to align procurement strategies with business objectives.

Key Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Previous experience in procurement, supply chain management, or a related field is preferred. Junior roles may require less experience, while senior positions may require extensive experience and leadership skills.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills are essential. Proficiency in data analysis and familiarity with procurement software or ERP systems.
• ERP/MRP Systems experienced user. (JDE, AS400, QAD, SAP,) JDE is a Plus.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal forms.
• Good interpersonal skills; can easily relate and work well with people.
• Detail-oriented.
• Leadership ability to ensure effective teamwork.
• Decision-making ability to resolve problems, prioritize multiple tasks and disposition material.
• Ability and willingness to adapt to and help drive continual change.
• LEAN/Six SIGMA practices.

Compensation:

For this full-time position working at this location, the anticipated annualized base pay range will be from $61200 - $113600 / year. At Pentair, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the pay range. Pentair considers various factors in determining actual compensation for this position at the expected location. Actual compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, work location, and other relevant business or organizational needs. This position may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as an annual incentive.

Benefits:

As a Pentair employee, you would enjoy a wide array of benefit options to help keep you and your family healthy and protected, health benefits, a generous 401(k), employee stock purchase program, disability benefits, life insurance, critical illness insurance, accident insurance, parental leave, caregiver leave, tuition reimbursement, plus paid time off and wellness programs to encourage a healthy work/life balance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pentair is an Equal Opportunity Employer. With our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day.