Senior Strategic Procurement Lead
Apply NowCompany: Vertiv Holdings Co.
Location: Westerville, OH 43081
Description:
Job Description
Vertiv is hiring a Senior Strategic Procurement Lead in Westerville, OH who will help set then execute key initiatives supporting overall Procurement strategy, Cost down, and continuous improvement in coordination with Americas Commodity Teams.
POSITION SUMMARY
RESPONSIBILITIES
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Job Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
TRAVEL TIME REQUIRED
The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.
OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.
OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
OUR BEHAVIORS
At Vertiv, we offer the stability of a global leader in a growing industry and the opportunity of a startup. We design, manufacture and service the mission-critical infrastructure technologies for vital applications in data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial environments. With more than 30,000 people worldwide and more than $7 billion in revenue, a strong customer base and global reach in nearly 130 countries, our move to establish a standalone business enables us to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.
Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to help.join@vertivco.com. If you are interested in applying or learning more about this role, please visit the company's career page located on Vertiv.com/Careers
Work Authorization
No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
About the Team
Work Authorization
No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability.
Vertiv is hiring a Senior Strategic Procurement Lead in Westerville, OH who will help set then execute key initiatives supporting overall Procurement strategy, Cost down, and continuous improvement in coordination with Americas Commodity Teams.
POSITION SUMMARY
- Responsible for developing and executing the annual procurement strategy for the region. Including close collaboration with key stakeholders, monitoring plan versus actual performance, and ensuring the team addresses any gaps effectively.
- Americas Cost Reduction Leader responsible for developing and executing strategies to achieve cost savings across the region. This role involves managing a team, driving cost optimization initiatives, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring measurable outcomes.
- Lead Procurement Team in preparation and execution of internal and 3rd party Quality system audits.
- The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with strong leadership and analytical skills.
- Develop the continuous improvement capabilities within Americas Procurement Team and lead continuous improvement projects per Vertiv Operating standards, processes, and methods.
- Lead and help coach leaders to integrate Procurement operations and functions end to end and drive improvement to reduce costs and pervade standardized process and training amongst our team members.
- Establish and manage relationships across functional, regional and business units to implement end-to-end procurement strategies based on business plans and objectives.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead, develop and implement the yearly procurement strategy planning and schedule for the Americas region.
- Monitor and analyze plan versus actual performance, identifying variances and implementing corrective actions.
- Lead efforts to close performance gaps, ensuring timely and effective resolution.
- Foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to drive procurement initiatives.
- Provide regular updates and reports on procurement performance to senior leadership.
- Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and risk mitigation within the procurement function.
- Manage and mentor a team leading cost reduction initiative, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability.
- Track, monitor, and report on cost reduction performance, ensuring transparency and accountability.
- Provide monthly updates and reports on procurement performance to senior leadership.
- Ability to lead change initiatives and drive process excellence.
- Partner with the regional Continuous Improvement leaders to develop and deploy strategies. Accountable to the rhythm and rigor.
- Lead the Americas Procurement Continuous Improvement process by developing and revising standard work procedures, as well as preparing for and executing internal and third-party Quality System audits.
- Accountable for the administration and execution of policies and procedures.
- Preparing for and execute internal and third-party Quality System audits.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Job Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent of 10 plus years' experience
- Supply Chain Management and/or Data Analytics
Preferred Qualifications:
- Six Sigma / Lean certifications are preferred.
- Continuous Improvement Experience
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Six Sigma / Lean certifications are preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- No Special Physical Requirements
ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
- No Specific Environmental Demands - Office and Manufacturing Facilities
TRAVEL TIME REQUIRED
- Up to 20% travel to Vertiv facilities and/or suppliers.
The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.
OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.
OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
- Customer Focus
- Operational Excellence
- High-Performance Culture
- Innovation
- Financial Strength
OUR BEHAVIORS
- Own It
- Act With Urgency
- Foster a Customer-First Mindset
- Think Big and Execute
- Lead by Example
- Drive Continuous Improvement
- Learn and Seek Out Development
At Vertiv, we offer the stability of a global leader in a growing industry and the opportunity of a startup. We design, manufacture and service the mission-critical infrastructure technologies for vital applications in data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial environments. With more than 30,000 people worldwide and more than $7 billion in revenue, a strong customer base and global reach in nearly 130 countries, our move to establish a standalone business enables us to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.
Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to help.join@vertivco.com. If you are interested in applying or learning more about this role, please visit the company's career page located on Vertiv.com/Careers
Work Authorization
No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
About the Team
Work Authorization
No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability.