Director, Value Optimization Office at Oatey Company

Cleveland, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Apr, 26

Salary

198098.0

Posted On

26 Jan, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Procurement, Finance, Continuous Improvement, Cost Reduction, Value Engineering, Project Management, Lean, Six Sigma, Communication, Collaboration, Financial Acumen, ERP Systems, Team Leadership

Industry

Manufacturing

Description

20600 Emerald Parkway, Cleveland, Ohio 44135 United States of America Why Oatey? Since 1916, Oatey has provided reliable, high-quality products for the residential and commercial plumbing industries, with a commitment to delivering quality, building trust and improving lives. Today, Oatey operates a comprehensive manufacturing and distribution network comprised of industry leading family of companies: Oatey, Cherne, Keeney, Quick Drain, Hercules, Dearborn, Oatey Canada, William H. Harvey, Masters, Contact, Belanger, Lansas, and Durgo. At Oatey, we're doing big things — and by joining us, you'll have the chance to do big things too. You can build a strong career in an innovative, inclusive, high-performance environment, with the confidence that your company cares — about you, our customers and our world. Ready to make an impact in a place where you matter? - Position Summary: The Director, Value Optimization Office (VOO) is responsible for leading enterprise-wide efforts to identify, prioritize, and execute product cost reduction initiatives in support of the Oatey ELEVATE Strategic Plan. This role serves as the central driver of value creation by building a robust pipeline of cost optimization opportunities, establishing prioritization frameworks, and partnering with cross-functional leaders to deliver measurable financial and operational results. The Director, VOO will work closely with Operations, Engineering, Procurement, Finance, Supply Chain, and Commercial teams to translate product cost savings opportunities into actionable projects that strengthen cost competitiveness while maintaining quality, performance, and customer value. The role will report directly to the Chief Operating Officer. Position Responsibilities: Establish and lead a structured, repeatable process to identify product cost reduction opportunities across materials, design, sourcing, production processes, logistics, and packaging. Develop and maintain a prioritized pipeline of value optimization initiatives aligned with strategic goals and financial targets. Define criteria to evaluate and prioritize cost reduction opportunities based on value potential, feasibility, risk, and strategic alignment. Partner with Finance to validate savings estimates, track benefits realization, and ensure transparency and accountability. Provide regular updates on pipeline health, progress, and realized benefits. Work with functional leaders to establish cross-functional project teams for approved initiatives. Establish and measure Key Performance Indicators designed to track performance (e.g., cost savings, process improvement impact, ROI, efficiency gains). Ensure each project has clear ownership, timelines, milestones, and measurable outcomes. Serve as a change agent promoting continuous improvement and standardization to achieve sustainable savings. Support teams in developing detailed action plans and removing barriers to execution. Drive disciplined project management practices to ensure initiatives are delivered on time and within scope. Facilitate collaboration and alignment across functions to ensure initiatives are well-integrated and sustainable. Promote a culture of continuous improvement and value-focused decision-making throughout the organization. Develop tools, templates, and best practices that enable teams to consistently identify and execute cost improvement opportunities. Lead, coach and develop team to ensure goals and objectives are met, supporting the individual growth of each associate. Knowledge and Experience: 7+ years of experience in operations, engineering, supply chain, procurement, finance, or continuous improvement roles. Demonstrated success leading cross-functional cost reduction or value engineering initiatives. Strong financial acumen with the ability to assess and validate savings opportunities. Proven ability to influence without direct authority and lead through collaboration. Experience developing and managing cross-functional teams and direct reports. Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, value engineering, or structured improvement methodologies. Excellent communication skills (written and oral). Experience using ERP/MRP systems (SAP preferred). Education and Certification: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Finance, Supply Chain or equivalent relevant experience in lieu of degree. #LI-Hybrid #LI-SV1 Compensation Range for the Position: $120,060.00 - $159,079.00 - $198,098.00 USD Target Cash Profit Sharing for the Position: 18.00% Offer amount determined by experience and review of internal talent. Oatey Total Rewards Generous paid time off programs and paid company holidays to support flexibility and work-life balance Annual Discretionary Cash Profit Sharing Immediate eligibility and vesting in 401(k), including 100% company match, up to 5% of eligible compensation Market leading health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance offerings for associates and qualified dependents Significant company contribution to Health Savings Account with a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) Short-Term and Long-Term Disability income protection coverage at no cost to associates Paid Maternity and Paid Parental Leave Tuition reimbursement A strong set of complementary resources to support associate well-being, including resource groups, EAP, and dedicated mental health support. Equal Opportunity Employer The Oatey family of companies are an equal opportunity employer committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We recruit, employ, promote, and offer competitive pay for all jobs without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. WORKING AT OATEY We value our associates and provide opportunities for growth. Oatey is a collaborative, diverse workplace attracting the brightest minds and creative thinkers in our industry. We constantly challenge associates to come up with new ideas and reward them for their efforts. As a result, many of our associates choose to stay and build long term careers at Oatey. http://oatey.com/careers

Responsibilities

The Director, Value Optimization Office is responsible for leading product cost reduction initiatives and creating a pipeline of cost optimization opportunities. This role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver measurable financial and operational results.