Process Improvement Analyst, Materials and Planning

At Vertiv we power the technologies that keep the world connected. As a global leader in critical digital infrastructure we deliver innovative power cooling and technology solutions that support data centers communication networks and industrial operations worldwide.

Our Anderson SC facility is seeking a strategic and results-driven Process Improvement Materials & Manufacturing Planning Specialist to optimize and standardize supply chain and planning processes across our manufacturing operations. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex operational challenges improving business processes and partnering across functions to create scalable solutions that drive efficiency improve customer responsiveness and support on-time delivery.

Working in a fast-paced Engineer-to-Order (ETO) and Configure-to-Order (CTO) manufacturing environment youll collaborate with Materials Management Production Planning Purchasing Operations IT and global stakeholders to implement process improvements strengthen planning capabilities and advance digital transformation initiatives.

What Youll Do

As the Process Improvement Materials & Manufacturing Planning Specialist you will lead initiatives that improve planning accuracy material availability and operational performance while helping build standardized scalable processes across the organization.

Process Improvement & Operational Excellence

• Analyze map and redesign core supply chain and planning processes to improve efficiency and consistency.
• Lead Lean Six Sigma Kaizen and value stream mapping initiatives that eliminate waste and improve performance.
• Develop standardized work instructions SOPs and process governance documentation.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that support business growth and operational excellence.

Materials Planning & Inventory Optimization

• Improve MRP planning strategies reorder parameters lead times and safety stock settings.
• Enhance demand and supply planning processes to minimize shortages while optimizing inventory levels.
• Improve master data accuracy and consistency across manufacturing sites.
• Support implementation of advanced planning tools and analytical capabilities.

Production Planning & Scheduling

• Partner with production planners and schedulers to improve scheduling accuracy and execution.
• Develop standardized scheduling practices KPIs and performance metrics.
• Improve coordination between customer orders engineering releases and manufacturing operations.
• Support implementation of finite capacity planning and digital scheduling solutions.

Purchasing & Supplier Collaboration

• Improve purchasing workflows and purchase order processes to increase responsiveness and compliance.
• Develop supplier performance metrics and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support supplier collaboration through digital planning tools portals and automated processes.
• Partner with Global Procurement to execute strategic sourcing initiatives.

Systems Analytics & Digital Transformation

• Collaborate with ERP and IT teams to improve system functionality and planning capabilities.
• Champion digital transformation initiatives that improve visibility reporting and decision-making.
• Develop dashboards and KPIs that measure planning effectiveness material availability inventory performance and schedule adherence.
• Utilize data to identify trends solve problems and drive operational improvements.

Change Management & Cross-Functional Leadership

• Lead implementation of new processes tools and best practices across multiple functions.
• Develop training materials and facilitate workshops for planners buyers schedulers and materials teams.
• Build strong partnerships across Operations Engineering Supply Chain Procurement and IT.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement accountability and operational discipline.

What Were Looking For

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Industrial Engineering Operations Management or a related field (Masters degree preferred).
• 8 years of experience in Supply Chain Materials Management Production Planning or Manufacturing Operations.
• Experience working in Engineer-to-Order (ETO) and/or Configure-to-Order (CTO) manufacturing environments.
• Demonstrated success leading process improvement and operational excellence initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems such as SAP Oracle Infor or similar platforms.
• Experience utilizing Lean Six Sigma Kaizen or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent analytical project management and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to influence cross-functional and global teams.
• Experience supporting digital transformation advanced planning systems or manufacturing process optimization is highly preferred.

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

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

High-Performance Culture Customer Focus

Operational Excellence

Innovation

Financial Strength

VERTIV 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 & open communication

About Vertiv

Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware software analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers vital applications to run continuously perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing todays data centers communication networks and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville Ohio USA Vertiv employs around 34000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit to learn more.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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