Specialist Supply Chain Sourcing BUILD Leadership Program

Acuity Inc•Atlanta, GA

28d•Hybrid

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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.

Responsibilities

Complete rotations across functional areas, balancing individual interests with current company objectives while working alongside experienced colleagues.
Participate in Procurement rotations (on-site at the assigned Acuity location).
Engage in Sourcing Leader rotations (flexible-location rotation with travel as needed).
Undertake Junior Category Leader rotations (flexible-location rotation with travel as needed).
Gain exposure to other areas such as Transportation Sourcing, New Product Introduction Sourcing, Supplier Development Sourcing, and Center for Excellence.