Vertiv · 20 hours ago
Category Management Direct Senior Analyst
Westerville, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expVertiv is a company focused on empowering the future through innovative solutions. They are seeking a Category Management Direct Senior Analyst to support procurement activities by maintaining cost models, conducting market research, and managing supplier data while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive operational and commercial value.
Data CenterInformation TechnologyIT InfrastructureTelecommunications
No H1B
Responsibilities
Category Strategy & Market Intelligence
Support execution of commodity strategies and align with cross‑functional stakeholders
Maintain and update category cost models, ensuring accuracy of inputs and assumptions
Conduct market intelligence research including cost trends, capacity, industry developments, and regulatory changes to keep category strategy current
Track effectiveness of category strategies and provide data‑driven insights for improvements
Cost Management & Analytics
Support development of cost‑reduction pipelines and VA/VE activities
Assist in annual cost negotiations through analysis, data gathering, and modeling
Provide forward‑looking PPV (Purchase Price Variance) forecasting and analysis to stakeholders
Manage standard cost preparation inputs for assigned commodities
Supplier Data, Systems & Reporting
Maintain supplier master data including lead times, pricing updates, and system accuracy
Support PSL (Preferred Supplier List) maintenance activities
Execute eRFQ processes end‑to‑end: send, track, and summarize supplier responses
Conduct data collection and analysis for procurement reporting and decision support
Supplier Management Support
Participate in supplier visits and support supplier collaboration activities
Contribute to QBR preparation and supplier performance reviews
Assist in supplier delivery and quality management activities through data monitoring and issue escalation support
Operational Support
Support shortage and CO escalation processes by providing relevant data and analysis
Manage price change and PO updates within procurement systems
Assist in make‑vs‑buy analysis through cost modeling and data preparation
Maintain compliance with payment terms and procurement policies
Prepare and maintain KPIs, dashboards, and performance metrics for assigned categories
Project Procurement Support
Serve as a procurement point of contact for large data center projects, tracking daily tasks, dependencies, and schedule alignment
Monitor and escalate risks—including single‑source, quality, and logistics issues—with supporting data and impact analysis
Maintain detailed risk, mitigation, and status trackers; follow up on assigned actions to ensure timely and documented completion
Provide updated procurement status for milestones and prepare detailed inputs for leadership reports, dashboards, and executive updates
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a business-related field or equivalent in economics, operations management, supply chain or similar field of study (or equivalent experience)
1-2 years of experience in procurement, preferably direct manufacturing
E-Sourcing experience in Zycus
Strong analytical and Excel/Power BI/Smartsheet skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work cross‑functionally
Ability to work within a matrix management environment
Data‑driven mindset with strong attention to detail
Ability to translate data into insights for category strategy and supplier performance
Strong collaboration skills across Procurement, Engineering, Operations, and Supplier Quality
Continuous improvement mindset with focus on accuracy, efficiency, and process standardization
Company
Vertiv
Vertiv designs, builds and services critical infrastructure that enables vital applications for data centers and industrial facilities.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.24BKey Investors
Starboard ValuePlatinum Equity
2022-10-20Post Ipo Equity
2020-02-10Post Ipo Equity· $1.24B
2020-02-10IPO
Leadership Team
Giordano Albertazzi
Chief Executive Officer
Peter Lambrecht
Vice President Sales EMEA
Recent News
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