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Product Line Project Manager, Global Procurement
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22 August 2026 (14 days ago)
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19 November 2026
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1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Description
The Product Line Project Manager executes Vertivs NPDI (New Product Development and Introduction) process end-to-end for assigned product lines. Reporting into the central program management group while embedded within product line engineering teams this role manages cross-functional project teams through the full 7-gate processfrom concept approval through market introduction and project closurecovering all business units.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead NPDI projects through all seven phases and gates: Approve Idea Approve Concept Approve Development Approve Launch Approve Market Introduction Approve Business Performance Approve Project Closure
- Manage cross-functional project teams spanning Engineering Operations Procurement Advanced Manufacturing Services and Global Offering Management
- Own the project schedule gate deliverables and advancement checklists in Smartsheet; maintain the standard Smartsheet directory and SharePoint structure
- Execute the Product Cost Process using standard templates; track actual vs. target cost and Max Cost targets at each gate milestone
- Manage the Business Case Calculator (BCC) and revenue model; ensure Revenue Margin VCM Gross Margin Product Cost Price and Volume metrics are on track
- Coordinate with Procurement NPDI Leads on Strategic Sourcing Analysis BOM Health Scorecards and Single/Sole Source mitigation plans
- Provision new projects: name number Smartsheet directory SharePoint site dashboard contact lists and standard schedule
- Manage project risks issues and action items; maintain a current Risk & Issues Log and escalate blockers to program leadership
- Coordinate Technology Readiness Level (TRL) assessments with engineering teams at key gate transitions
- Support manufacturing readiness planning and SIOP demand forecasting as products approach commercial launch
- Report project status to product line leaders and central PMO leadership; present at gate review meetings
- Drive continuous improvement in NPDI process tools templates and governance standards
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Engineering Business Operations or related field; MBA preferred
- 58 years of project management experience in product development engineering or manufacturing environments
- Demonstrated experience managing stage-gate or phase-gate product development processes end-to-end
- Proficiency with Smartsheet MS Project or equivalent project management tools
- Experience with cross-functional team leadership across engineering procurement operations and commercial functions
- Strong knowledge of BOM management product costing methodologies and supply chain readiness activities
- Experience in Power Thermal IT Systems or critical infrastructure industries preferred
- PMP certification required; NPDP or Lean/Six Sigma certification preferred
- Excellent communication stakeholder management and executive presentation skills; ability to manage multiple concurrent projects
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About Company
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 s ... View more
