Sr. Manager GSA Program Management

Vertiv is hiring a Program Manager in Anderson, SC to join our execution team, this role will provide value to our customers by overseeing strategic initiatives across one or more global strategic accounts. This role will be involved from quoting phase through the operational phase of all customer sites as well as work on initiatives within Vertiv that aid the account. In this role you will indirectly lead cross functional teams to resolve program wide issues. This role will also focus on our digital platforms, mainly Oracle, Smartsheet and Power BI which are used to aid in the execution of our business.
 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Partner with sales and order management to ensure accuracy of orders, that quotes have revenue allocated correctly, and that manufacturing and shipping of product takes place as scheduled.  Escalate potential risk to the VP, Switchgear and Busway.
• Work with assigned function leaders to define/set appropriate targets for improvement to design, quality, manufacturing, shipping, and operations efforts and measure progress to targets.
• Lead data integrity efforts for equipment pertaining to assigned customer by ensuring data in install base is updated and accurate.
• Ensure data being reported to customer pertaining to ship dates, serial numbers, model numbers, etc… is accurate.
• Oversee deployment of field change notice (FCN) and factory direct service (FDS).
• Ensure all change orders are entered properly in CPQ and are booked in EBS.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

• 6 years of relative industry experience, preferably in manufacturing or supply chain environment.
• Prior experience indirectly influencing project teams.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Hands-on experience in the application of Lean/Six Sigma methods and way of thinking.
• Strong leadership, organizational, project management and inter-personal skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in local language and English.
• Strong analytical skills, including the use of statistical modeling techniques, root cause analysis and other tools and methods typically deployed to drive operational improvements.
• Ability to influence and lead in a matrix organization to drive accountably and execution of VOS mindset and activities.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent of 5 plus years’ experience.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• No Special Physical Requirements

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• No Specific Environmental Demands

TRAVEL TIME REQUIRED

• Less than 5% Travel Required

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 30,000 people worldwide and more than $7 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.