Internal Audit Operations Specialist

Responsibilities

• Independently and objectively plan and execute audits in accordance with professional auditing standards and GRO methodology.
• Collaborate closely with functional management (e.g., Quality, Engineering, Procurement) to understand business priorities and emerging risks.
• Lead operational site audits covering the following areas: Procurement and sourcing, Logistics and distribution, Manufacturing and production planning, Engineering and change management, Inventory, materials, and warehouse management, Quality process controls.
• Evaluate the design and effectiveness of controls related to product quality, on-time delivery, cost control, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to site management, delivering recommendations that drive efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance internal controls.
• Conduct and lead SIOP maturity assessments and special projects.
• Communicate results of audit and consulting projects in a clear and concise manner that is aligned with the audience.
• Provide direct assistance in supporting global SOX audits.
• Comply with internal policies, procedures, and practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, supply chain, operations management, or similar.
• 3+ years of experience in internal audit, quality, or operations in global manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of manufacturing operations, lean/Six Sigma, and operational KPIs.
• Familiarity with global standards such as ISO 9001, CMMI, and EHS frameworks is highly desirable.
• Certifications preferred (CIA, CSCP, etc.).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with analytics tools (e.g., ACL, Power BI, Tableau) a plus.
• Comfortable working in demanding environments.
• Strong critical thinking skills.
• Oracle financial module familiarity is a plus.
• Big 4 and/or public accounting experience is a plus.

Time Travel Required

50% to 75% travel (domestic and international).

About The Role

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

About The Team

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.