Sourcing Manager
Vertiv Corporation

Vertiv is hiring a Sourcing Manager in Anderson, SC who will be responsible for supporting the organization in meeting its daily responsibilities aligned with its strategic goals. This role will support the Americas region but is expected to work with other regions especially when it relates to global suppliers to share best practices and standardize global processes where applicable.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead local Sourcing activities for the Vertiv Anderson plant. Anticipate and lead change. Envision what could be, challenge the status quo, and drive change.
• Manage the supplier on time delivery metrics for the Anderson plant and work with the Sourcing team to integrate into the overall AMER metrics.
• Establish and drive supplier performance improvement programs to drive continuous improvement in on time delivery, cost, quality, and risk reduction for Anderson plant. Work with other Sourcing Managers to ensure Anderson performance improvement is included in AMER-wide suppliers scope.
• Work closely with Commodity 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 reductions
• Work cross functionally 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 Supplier Relationships and lead supply chain performance improvements
• Lead/assist in management and facilitation of supplier performance and business reviews.
• Lead and support data analysis for Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) to support category and/or negotiation strategies.
• Lead moderately complex sourcing events.
• Builds relationships with business stakeholders that facilitate the realization of strategic and financial value.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3-5 years of experience in procurement/sourcing/supply chain.
• A strong business acumen with experience driving supplier performance improvement
• Strong negotiation skills
• Strong communication skills in English and Spanish with the ability to collaborate effectively.
• Ability to work within a matrix management environment
• Strong analytical skills and advanced user of Microsoft Excel.
• Process improvement skills
• Project Management Skills - Ability to organize and schedule people and tasks
• Highly organized and can multi-task
• ISM, ASCM certification (preferred)

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related area.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• No Special Physical Requirements

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• No Specific Environmental Demands

TRAVEL TIME REQUIRED

• 10%

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 more than $6 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 help.join@vertivco.com. 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.

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