Specialist Supply Chain Sourcing BUILD Leadership Program

Specialist Supply Chain Sourcing BUILD Leadership Program

Acuity Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) and Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people's lives. We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and an audio, video and control platform. We focus on customer outcomes and drive growth and productivity to increase market share and deliver superior returns. We look to aggressively deploy capital to grow the business and to enter attractive new verticals. Acuity Inc. is based in Atlanta, Georgia, with operations across North America, Europe and Asia. The Company is powered by approximately 13,000 dedicated and talented associates.

Work location: This position requires on-site presence in Atlanta, GA, following a hybrid work model.

Job Summary

The Acuity Inc. BUILD program is a two-year rotational experience designed to develop high-potential early-career talent through hands-on experience. Participants rotate to a different functional area every six months to build business acumen, functional expertise, and professional skills for future career opportunities across Acuity. BUILD is designed for curious, adaptable, and motivated early-career talent who demonstrate learning agility, communication, ownership, critical thinking, willingness to seek feedback, solve problems, and contribute in a fast-paced environment. This role begins July 12, 2027, and has a flexible work location. In-person requirements vary by rotation, with some rotations on-site and others offering flexible arrangements. Participants also receive: Specialized onboarding. One-on-one mentorship from a Supply Chain leader. Social and networking opportunities. Collaboration opportunities with program peers. Leadership report-outs and performance reviews.

We're looking for talent who enjoys learning and new challenges, takes ownership, collaborates effectively, seeks feedback, embraces technology and new ways of working, and is interested in a long-term career at Acuity.

Key Responsibilities

Specific projects are determined by business needs. Supply Chain Sourcing Specialists complete rotations across functional areas, balancing individual interests with current company objectives while working alongside experienced colleagues. Rotation opportunities and location expectations include:

• Procurement (on-site at the assigned Acuity location)
• Sourcing Leader (flexible-location rotation with travel as needed)
• Junior Category Leader (flexible-location rotation with travel as needed)

Other exposure areas for Supply Chain Sourcing Specialists include, but are not limited to:

• Transportation Sourcing
• New Product Introduction
• Supplier Development
• Sourcing Center for Excellence

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain or a related field. Interest in sourcing or procurement; related coursework, projects, or internship experience preferred. Strong analytical, critical-thinking, problem-solving, negotiation, project-management, and time-management skills. Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate with and influence stakeholders and suppliers. Interest in supplier relationship management, strategic sourcing, cost management, and material productivity. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; data-analysis or supply-chain tools preferred. Availability to travel up to 30%. Leadership experience influencing change, people, or processes. Collaborative, adaptable, and able to take initiative and ownership. Internship experience and/or less than two years of related work experience preferred.

Acuity offers benefits including health care, dental and vision coverage, 401K benefits, and commissions/incentive compensation depending on the role. The range for this position is $56,900.00 to $102,500.00 USD. Placement within this range may vary, depending on the applicant's experience and geographic location.

We 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.