Sr. Manager, Process Improvement - Planning and Purchasing

Description

Vertiv, in Westerville, Ohio, is hiring a Sr. Manager, Process Improvement - Planning & Purchasing This role will lead the development of Planning and Purchasing operational excellence efforts for the Americas region. The Sr. Manager, Process Improvement - Planning and Purchasing is responsible for driving process improvements for the Planning and Purchasing organizations to optimize their ability to perform, including processes and tools.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead a team of 4-6 Operations Excellence Specialists and drive them to meet process improvement objectives.

Identify team project and process metrics. Track progress and implement continuous improvement processes and related tools. Audit and assess as necessary.

Work cross functionally with Purchasing, Planning, Materials Management, Procurement, Operations, VOS, Master Data Management, Engineering, IT and Quality groups to improve internal processes and tools related to the Purchasing and Planning organizations.

Review current Buyer & Planner processes and tools and recommend and drive improvements and standardization to enhance effectiveness and efficiency across all AMER plants.

Work with Purchasing and Planning to understand current pain-point problems with current processes and drive solutions to improve effectiveness and efficiency.

Drive VOS best practices across Materials management organization, assuring Rigorous operating cadence, Continuous improvement, and best practice sharing.

Supports and in some cases leads project management activities for process improvement projects.

Ensures that standard work and other required process documentation is complete and current.

Supports with training of newcomers and periodic retraining of the current team members.

Builds relationships with business stakeholders that facilitate the realization of strategic and financial value.

Work with the IT team to request and implement system process and reporting enhancements.

Lead process improvement and sustaining training sessions to ensure team and stakeholders understand processes.

QUALIFICATIONS

3-5 years of experience in process improvement leadership

At least 7+ years of experience in a materials management, purchasing or material planning function.

Experience with production planning and/or purchasing processes as functional leader

Strong analytical skills and expert user at Microsoft Excel

Extensive experience with ERP/MRP systems

APICS or CPM certification is highly preferred

A strong business acumen

Ability to work within a matrix management environment

Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively

Project Management Skills - ability to organize and schedule people and tasks

Black belt certification is highly preferred

Highly organized and can multi-task

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

No Special Physical Requirements

TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED

25%

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 27,000 people worldwide and over $5.5 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 . 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.