Strategic Sourcing Project Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY

Manages projects and initiatives to improve supply chain processes. Works with project teams and managers to identify ways to streamline sourcing purchasing distribution warehousing logistics or production processes.

The Supply Chain Project Manager is responsible for executing and managing a portfolio of complex projects related to supply chain execution and product commercialization. This individual will work closely with cross-functional teams and external 3rd parties to ensure project completion adhere to timeline and scope requirements and successfully execute programs while communicating regularly to internal and external stakeholders.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accountable for suppliers lead times from an assigned product portfolio with the goal to exceed the portfolio Market/ Customer Expected Lead Times.

• Analyses products by component categories and characteristics classifies all components and recommend strategies to improve their lead times and estimates timelines for completion.

• Develops and implements strategies internal and with suppliers to improve lead times for the assigned products portfolio.

• Defines plans and coordinates work teams including coordinating the activities of cross- functional teams by leading through influence to ensure project timelines are met.

• Leads collaborative project review meetings to highlight significant updates assessing risks and risk mitigation plans while providing project status to key stakeholders.

• Mobilizes and motivates effective project teams; communicating effectively across teams and groups; reprioritizing as necessary to address changes in the business and/or shifting needs.

• Manages projects through to completion ensuring on-time delivery and maintaining overall project ownership to assigned projects.

• Develops timelines and ensures progress to plan as well as tracks and communicates critical project achievements and/or risks.

• Acts as a primary point of contact for designated projects facilitating project update meetings and written communication and reports to inform stakeholders of progress.

• Addresses problems through risk mitigation and contingency planning and presents solutions and/or options to leadership and other key stakeholders ensuring effective implementation of solutions/changes.

• Deliver results for each project through leadership and partnership with cross-functional teams and by working directly with various stakeholders across the Company.

• Drives process improvement and adherence to company project standards for assigned projects

• Build and maintain good relationships with all business customers colleagues vendors/partners and consultants.

• Recommend strategies policies and procedures by evaluating organization outcomes identifying problems evaluating trends and anticipating requirements.

• Schedule and facilitate meetings necessary to coordinate and manage projects and other related business requirements.

• Build constructive business relationships with all stakeholders including 3rd party vendors..

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5 years experience in Project Management leadership in a supply chain related field Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience

• CSCP (Certifies Supply Chain Professional) and/or CTSC (Certified in Transformation for Supply Chain) certifications are preferred.

• Experience with suppliers lead times improvement strategies is strongly preferred.

• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification preferred

• Must be proficient in MS Office products including Word Excel and PowerPoint Power BI Microsoft Project SharePoint and Microsoft Teams

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and attention to detail

• Ability to perform under pressure in a very fast paced complex and dynamic environment

• Experience with Innovation projects product commercialization stage gate methodology and business execution projects.

• Project management experience with Procurement Production Supply Planning and Scheduling

• Effectively communicate and influence positive results.

• Experience documenting/designing business processes performing business analysis and requirements definition

• Strong organization and prioritization skills with the ability to manage a high volume of projects simultaneously

• Ability to project manage and work on multiple assignments concurrently

• English proficiency required

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• NA

TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED

• 25%

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

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. . 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
• Promote Transparent and Open Communication

At Vertv were on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines from push notifications to generative AI. We design manufacture and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected. With $6.9 billion in revenue a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries we are uniquely positioned 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. If you are interested in applying for or learning more about this role please visit the companys career page located on 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.