Value Stream Manager

Position Description

Ata Glance

Legrand
has an exciting opportunity for a Value Stream Manager to join the Data Center Power and Control Division Team in Reading, UK. The Value Stream Manager (VSM) is responsible for all activities, output and performance of the in‑house manufacturing processes and the personnel who perform them. The VSM must model high standards of conduct and lead by example according to Legrand’s values.

This position is responsible for ensuring that all products meet quality specifications, testing requirements and design criteria. The VSM will ensure that safety, quality, productivity and efficiency goals are met by closely monitoring operational metrics, identifying areas of improvement and taking appropriate action.

• Ensure full compliance with all Health & Safety regulations, proactively embedding Legrand’s safety culture across all shifts.
• Maintain high levels of employee morale, engagement, and accountability throughout the value stream.
• Lead, develop, and motivate both direct and indirect reports, ensuring strong leadership capability at every level.
• Model exemplary conduct, professionalism, and leadership in line with Legrand’s values.
• Lead teams to consistently produce high‑quality products on time, meeting all customer and internal requirements.
• Supervise team members in line with Legrand’s leadership development standards, ensuring consistent coaching and expectations.
• Lead and manage all assigned manufacturing processes using Legrand Way Tier 2 meetings and structured visual management.
• Ensure all output meets departmental standards for safety, quality, productivity, efficiency, 6S, and budgetary performance.
• Develop, mentor, and upskill new and existing employees to help them achieve capability and career growth.
• Ensure seamless shift transitions through structured, clear, and well‑documented handovers.
• Maintain strong relationships and alignment between shifts, working effectively with off‑shift supervisors to ensure continuity.
• Play an active role in continuous improvement initiatives to support the organisation’s long‑term growth strategy.
• Serve as the key communication link between front‑line teams and all levels of management.
• Conduct corrective actions professionally and in accordance with company procedures, following management review.
• Monitor, evaluate, and continually improve production and quality processes in line with ISO 9001 requirements.
• Identify operational issues early and resolve them collaboratively with supervisors and Human Resources.
• Ensure adherence to all policies, guidelines, values, and operational standards.
• Provide informed input into departmental budgets and cost‑management priorities.
• Purchase non‑inventory supplies as needed to support value stream operations.
• Assist with hands‑on tasks when operational demand requires it, ensuring workflow continuity.
• Provide full oversight, governance, and enforcement of policies, processes, and performance across the entire value stream.
• Own, coordinate, and deliver all value‑stream projects, ensuring they meet agreed timelines and objectives.
• Set operational strategy, workflow standards, and communication structures across the value stream to drive alignment.
• Make informed, data‑driven decisions regarding staffing levels, workflow priorities, and resource allocation.
• Continuously identify, evaluate, and implement innovative improvements with measurable performance impact.
• Establish, track, and review value stream KPIs to ensure alignment with site and business objectives.
• Communicate expectations, changes, goals, and responsibilities clearly and consistently across all teams.
• Lead and drive organisational change initiatives with resilience, structure, and lessons learned.
• Escalate issues constructively while ensuring decisions uphold company values and performance goals.
• Validate supervisor feedback, provide continuous coaching and proactively develop leaders within the value stream.
• Model strong emotional intelligence (EQ) in communication, decision‑making, conflict management, and team interactions.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Required Skills

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in…