Vertiv · 11 hours ago
Strategic Sourcing Manager
Ironton, OH, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expVertiv is a global leader in mission-critical infrastructure technologies, seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager to lead supplier performance improvement efforts. The role involves enhancing supplier delivery performance, local sourcing, and cost reduction initiatives while collaborating with various internal and external stakeholders.
Data CenterInformation TechnologyIT InfrastructureTelecommunications
No H1B
Responsibilities
Establish and drive supplier performance improvement programs to drive continuous improvement in on time delivery, cost, quality, and risk reduction for assigned commodities
Plan and lead regular supplier business and performance reviews in coordination with Category Managers and cross-functional teams
Lead local Sourcing activities for the Vertiv Monterrey plant. Anticipate and lead change. Envision what could be, challenge the status quo, and drive change
Work closely with Category Management and local Purchasing to localize critical parts to improve lead time, cost, quality, and agility
Expand site cost reduction pipelines and lead execution of cost reduction projects
Drive supplier compliance programs and hold supplier accountable for associated timely improvement actions
Work cross functionaly with planning, materials management, procurement, operations, master data management, engineering and quality groups to improve internal processes related to supplier management, supplier evaluation, developing suppliers OTD capability, managing transfer projects among suppliers and supporting insourcing/outsourcing flex programs
Build and grow supplier relationships and lead supply chain performance improvements
Localize suppliers where possible to improve lead time, cost, and agility
Partner with Purchasing and Operations teams on supply chain improvement initiatives
Lead and support data analysis for Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) to support category and/or negotiation strategies
Lead moderately complex sourcing events
Help identify process improvements and lead initiatives for change
Builds relationships with business stakeholders that facilitate the realization of strategic and financial value
Support Vertiv’s Strategic Objectives by working to ensure Supplier Performance meets/exceeds needs of internal and/or external Customers
Qualification
Required
BS/BA in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related area
3+ years of experience in Sourcing or Procurement
Strong analytical skills and advanced user of Microsoft Excel
A strong business acumen
Must already possess appropriate documentation for travel in the United States
Ability to work within a matrix management environment
Strong English speaking & comprehension communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively
Demonstrated process improvement skills
Project Management Skills - Ability to organize and schedule people and tasks
Highly organized and can multi-task
Preferred
ISM or APICS certification
Certification/trained in Lean, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement/Operational Excellence preferred (Green Belt, Black Belt, Lean Certified etc.)
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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