Vice President Electronics Manufacturing

Vice President Electronics ManufacturingWork Flexibility: HybridWork location:This position may be based anywhere in the United States and includes 25-50% travel as part of the responsibilities.Job SummaryThe Vice President of Global Electronics Manufacturing is a critical enterprise leader responsible for shaping and executing the end-to-end electronics manufacturing strategy across a global portfolio of lighting and controls solutions. This role sits at the intersection of product innovation, engineering, supply chain, and operations—ensuring scalable, resilient, and cost-effective manufacturing capabilities that accelerate growth and differentiate performance in the market.The VP will architect a future-ready electronics ecosystem—driving standardization, modularity, and advanced manufacturing strategies while navigating geopolitical complexity, regulatory requirements, and evolving technology landscapes. This leader will build and lead a high-performing global organization spanning strategy, NPI, manufacturing engineering, and operational excellence. The role reports directly to SVP, Global Manufacturing for Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL)Key Responsibilities1. Enterprise Manufacturing StrategyDefine and lead the global electronics manufacturing strategy aligned with business growth, product roadmaps, and sustainability commitments.Establish long-term manufacturing footprint, automation, and platform strategiesDrive make-vs-buy decisions and geopolitical/tariff optimizationEnsure tight integration across product architecture, sourcing, and manufacturing ecosystems2. Business Excellence & StandardizationCreate a world-class, scalable electronics manufacturing system.Standardize engineering practices across design, validation, and system architectureAdvance design-for-excellence disciplines (DfM, DfA, thermal, modularity)Embed governance models and digital tools that enable consistency, speed, and quality3. Quality, Compliance & Reliability LeadershipPosition quality and reliability as a competitive differentiator.Own global electronics quality standards, compliance, and regulatory adherenceDrive field performance, reliability targets, and closed-loop continuous improvementBuild robust validation, testing, and lifecycle management capabilities4. New Product Introduction (NPI)Accelerate speed-to-market through seamless NPI execution.Partner with Product and Engineering to transition concepts into scalable productionDrive platform-based architectures and manufacturability at design stageLead supplier selection, qualification, and integration into NPI processesDeliver best-in-class cost, productivity, and investment outcomes.Own electronics cost structure, productivity roadmaps, and margin improvementLead CapEx strategy and ROI-driven investment planningAlign manufacturing performance with broader business and portfolio strategyBuild and lead a high-impact global organization.Lead teams across electronics engineering, manufacturing and supplier engineeringFoster a culture of innovation, accountability, and technical excellenceDrive change management and organizational evolution to meet future-state ambitionsQualificationsBachelor's Degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Power EngineeringMinimum of 12+ years of relevant experienceExtensive Electronics Manufacturing expertiseExperience in Supply Chain and Cost leadership in ElectronicsExperience in utilizing software for late-stage customization within manufacturingCross-functional and Executive InfluenceStrategic leadership and transformationOperational excellence and execution (Quality, Service, and Productivity)Outcome-driven mindset and customer focusManage change: Drive effective change management and evolve from where we are todayExerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objectsPreferred ExperienceMaster's DegreeStrategic and operational experience within Manufacturing or Supply ChainTravel Requirements: 25 - 50%OtherDeep expertise in global electronics manufacturing and supply chain ecosystemsHands on experience in electronics manufacturingProven leader in large-scale transformation and strategy executionExperience integrating software/configuration into late-stage manufacturing environmentsExceptional cross-functional influence at executive levelsAbility to lead through complexity, ambiguity, and global scaleStrategic Communication: Translates complex manufacturing and technology strategies into clear, actionable direction across diverse stakeholdersEnterprise Influence: Aligns product, engineering, and supply chain leaders toward a unified operating modelChange Leadership: Effectively leads transformation from current to future-state manufacturing capabilitiesCustomer & Outcome Focus: Relentless focus on delivering value—quality, speed, cost, and reliabilityScope NoteThis role drives global electronics manufacturing strategy, and performance, but does not directly own physical plant operations or site-level culture metricsWe value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, covered veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.Accommodation for Applicants with Disabilities: As an equal opportunity employer, Acuity Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you have difficulty using our online system due to a disability and need an accommodation, you may contact us at (770) 922-9000, select option 4. Please clearly indicate what type of accommodation you are requesting and for what requisition.#J-18808-Ljbffr