Supply Chain Project Manager

Position Summary JOB DESCRIPTION Manage and lead the project resources required for the Supply Chain activities to deliver the solutions data center. Manage all resources in projects responsible for supply chain activities within or outside Vertiv’s organizations. The responsibilities will span over several functions such as Procurement, Logistics and Manufacturing internal to Vertiv and will include corporate and third-party resources when needed. This is a key role in the project with main objective to support the Program manager in the execution and delivery of a cost-effective engineered solution. Duties & Responsibilities Plan, organize, and oversee all activities of the supply chain activates including budget.Define sourcing, logistic and manufacturing strategies for the project in conjunction with the Project Director. This includes supplier selection and selecting manufacturing strategy (Mfg. location as well as own or 3rd party production).Drive sourcing, logistic and manufacturing activates per approved project plan.Manage day-to-day coordination between the supply chain functions (teams in Vertiv Business units, Procurement, Operations, Project management, others)Ensure day-to-day communication flow between Engineering, and Supply Chain (procurement, logistics and manufacturing) and other functions dedicated to a project.Work with the sales organization (the commercial side of the project) to ensure up-to-date information flow.Track all supply chain activities and coordinate with engineering, procurement, operations, factory integration, and site activities.Keep project schedule updated and proactively work with project risk assessment to manage and mitigate any risks.Track procurement and purchasing plan to ensure cost control. Ensure timely sourcing activities to achieve best cost and quality solution. Engage appropriate Commodity Manager or project purchasing specialist for supplier selection (e-sourcing, tender, negotiation, contract management, payment terms etc.)Define, scope and assist in sourcing any external engineering, site management or other required services necessary to deliver the project to comply with the applicable codes and location considerationsEnsure that purchase orders are placed in a timely manner and ensure appropriate tracking and follow-up of deliveries.Promote a working environment that encourages employee involvement to achieve excellence in productivity, customer service, quality, inventory management and Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)Monitors performance provides regular feedback to line organization or third party in regard to the employees performance within this project.Foster employee engagement and ensure that business and operational goals are effectively communicated to employees. Acts as a role model and ensures compliance with company policies and procedures.Develop either directly or indirectly a cost estimate based on bill of materials received from engineering for the project and prepare cost estimates for Project Director approval. Additional Responsibilities Support the Program manager in meetings with the client or his representativePromote professional Vertiv imageEstablish and maintain high levels of customer satisfaction INTERACTIONS Senior ManagementProgram and project manager – Providing support to the project team.Engineering – Coordinate with the project engineering teamVertiv – Procurement, Logistics, Manufacturing, Operations, Engineering, and Finance teamSuppliers – Manage 3rd parties selected for this project Travel Requirements Valid Driver’s License requiredEligible to obtain passportDomestic and International travel expected to be up to 50% Minimum Qualifications Manages multiple projects/tasks simultaneously. Demonstrates ability to plan, set priorities, organizes and coordinates work with others.Effectively communicates technical information and complex ideas.Effectively demonstrates public speaking skills both in prepared presentations and impromptu speakingIs persuasive, demonstrates diplomacy and tact.Demonstrates professionalism (e.g., cooperation, courtesy, assertiveness, and non-defensiveness, accepting constructive criticism, and maintaining confidence).Demonstrates good customer relation skills by providing prompt personalized service.Effectively handles stressful situations (resolving conflicts and meeting deadlines).Strong data centre market knowledge preferredExperience managing an engineering team preferred Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a technology field with business aptitudeAt least 7 years’ experience in managementAt least 5 years’ experience in manufacturing or procurementAt least 5 years’ experience from building/facility project and management Accountabilities Sourcing and Procurement budget and schedule managementCost containmentQuality and timeliness of supplier selections3rd party (Supplier) contracts (terms and conditions)3rd party Quality managementManufacturing, quality, budget and schedule managementManage capacity and utilization of the Supply Chain team WORKING CONDITIONS 50% travel.Variable working hours (after hours, weekends, holidays)The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required to personnel so classified. About Us The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principles & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities. OUR CORE PRINCIPLES: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Inclusion. OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES High-Performance Culture Customer Focus Operational Excellence Innovation Financial Strength VERTIV 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 Promote transparent & open communication About Vertiv Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers’ vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today’s data centers, communication networks, and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more. 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 Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. 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