Software & Controls Cost Manager

Vertiv is the largest electrical switchgear manufacturer in the UK & Ireland pioneering unique in-house integrated power solutions tailored to each individual client project. We believe that our people are our best asset and have invested in a highly qualified and experienced team of Engineers to work in our manufacturing facilities across three continents. With over 30 years of experience in delivering high-quality integrated power solutions we are experts in providing technical services project management services and unrivalled customer support for every client project.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Software & Controls Cost Manager is responsible for establishing and driving a comprehensive cost management framework across Vertivs Software & Controls portfolio including embedded systems gateways and platform-level solutions such as SCADA EPMS BMS and DCIM.

This role owns the development of cost transparency across the full lifecycle from design and development through deployment and long-term support ensuring that software and controls solutions are delivered in a cost-effective scalable and commercially competitive manner.

Working cross-functionally with Engineering Product Management Procurement Operations Finance and regional teams the role ensures that cost targets are defined early tracked rigorously and continuously optimized through architecture decisions platform standardization and reuse strategies.

The Software & Controls Cost Manager will play a key role in enabling Vertivs transition toward integrated digital platforms by aligning cost structures with business value supporting pricing strategies and improving margin performance across global product lines.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Cost Strategy & Governance

• Define and implement a standardized cost management framework for Software & Controls across all product lines and regions
• Establish cost targets aligned with business objectives competitive benchmarks and margin expectations
• Ensure cost accountability is embedded across Engineering Product Management and delivery teams

Cost Modelling & Transparency

• Develop and maintain detailed cost models covering software development embedded controls licensing cloud infrastructure integration and lifecycle support
• Create clear visibility into total cost of ownership (TCO) for software and controls solutions
• Provide regular cost reporting dashboards and insights to leadership and key stakeholders

New Product Development (NPDI)

• Ensure cost targets are defined at concept and design phases for all new software and controls offerings
• Partner with Engineering and Product teams to evaluate design trade-offs and their cost implications
• Track and manage cost performance throughout the development lifecycle

Cost Optimization & Value Engineering

• Identify and drive cost reduction initiatives through Value Analysis / Value Engineering (VAVE)
• Promote standardization modular architectures and platform reuse to reduce development and deployment costs
• Optimize licensing strategies (build vs buy third-party vs internal) and infrastructure decisions (cloud vs on-premise)

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Engineering Product Management Procurement Operations Finance and IT teams to align on cost drivers and improvement actions
• Support procurement strategies related to software platforms and external technology partners
• Collaborate with regional teams to ensure global consistency with local cost optimization opportunities

Benchmarking & Competitive Analysis

• Benchmark internal cost structures against competitors and third-party solutions
• Evaluate alternative approaches (e.g. commercial software platforms open-source SaaS models) to optimize cost and value

Commercial & Financial Support

• Support pricing strategies by providing accurate cost inputs and margin analysis
• Partner with Finance to align cost reporting with financial systems and forecasts
• Contribute to business cases investment decisions and ROI analysis for new initiatives

Data Tools & Reporting

• Develop and maintain dashboards and reporting tools (e.g. Power BI) to track cost performance and trends
• Improve data quality consistency and accessibility across systems
• Present findings and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Ensure Software & Controls offerings integrate effectively into regional partner and channel business models.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Job Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting Economics Engineering or a related discipline

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters degree (MBA or Finance-related discipline)
• Professional certification such as CIMA ACCA CPA or CFA

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in software digital platforms or technology-driven products (e.g. SaaS SCADA EPMS BMS DCIM)
• Experience in industrial manufacturing or critical infrastructure environments
• Experience supporting New Product Development (NPDI) or product lifecycle costing
• Experience in a global matrixed organization

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• No special physical requirements

TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED

10%

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