Oatey manufactures plumbing, waterworks, and building materials across a global footprint (US, Canada, Mexico, China). The tech stack—SAP S/4HANA, Dynamics 365 Supply Chain, Power BI, Syndigo, Salsify—reflects a mid-market manufacturing operation focused on supply chain visibility and product data management. Active projects center on lean manufacturing, 6S process implementation, and preventive maintenance, while hiring remains concentrated in manufacturing (44 open roles) and engineering (11), signaling continued capacity expansion rather than digital transformation.
Notable leadership hires: Director Operations, Engineering Director, Team Lead
Oatey manufactures and distributes plumbing supplies, mechanical products, chemical products, roof flashing, and related building materials for professional contractors, builders, and retail consumers. Founded in 1916 and based in Cleveland, Ohio, the company operates manufacturing and distribution facilities across North America and China. The product portfolio spans thousands of SKUs across residential and commercial segments. With 1,001–5,000 employees and steady hiring velocity, Oatey manages complex supply chains, quality control, and multi-facility operations typical of a regional manufacturing leader.
SAP S/4HANA for core ERP, Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management, Power BI for analytics, Workday for HR, Concur for expense management, and Syndigo + Salsify for product information management.
Reducing machine downtime, improving production efficiency, reducing total landed cost, improving demand forecast accuracy, and meeting fill rate goals—reflected in active projects on lean manufacturing, 6S implementation, and preventive maintenance.
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