Inventory Program Manager

Vertiv is on the lookout for a driven Inventory Program Manager in Westerville, OH! This role champions Corporate Materials Management and Inventory program initiatives, diving deep into Supply Chain Planning and Purchasing activities. You'll tackle report and dashboard development, project management, and spearhead efforts for optimal part planning and groundbreaking inventory reduction programs. From leveraging our data lake to identify trends, risks, and areas for improvement on DIO (Days Inventory Outstanding) to supporting the Vertiv sites with project implementation, this position is pivotal in driving efficiency and innovation. Collaborate closely with Vertiv sites to optimize delivery frequency, fine-tune inventory planning within the ERP system, and bridge the gap between plants and departments. Be the catalyst for transformative improvements!

Responsibilities

• Analytical skills: Collect, analyze, and interpret data related to the materials organization. Should be able to identify patterns, trends, and issues in the data, and use that information to inform decision-making. 
• Reporting: Develop and maintain comprehensive reports and dashboards to provide insights into inventory performance and key metrics.
• Process Improvement: Evaluate existing business processes and recommend enhancements to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and increase productivity.
• Reviews and follows up on projects to reduce and optimize inventory with purchasing and planning teams. Metrics include but are not limited to backlog and work order alignment, purchase order alignment, delivery frequency and top 100 items. 
• Reviews and follows up on planning parameters with material planners and materials departments across Americas to make sure they are aligned with plan for every part according to ABCXYZ classifications. 
• Follow up and track implementation of procurement inventory programs. 
• Review with materials team excess and obsolete reasons and actions. 
• Inventory Program manager is responsible for analyzing materials planning parameters, identifying areas for improvement, and developing and implementing solutions to address those areas. In order to successfully fulfill these responsibilities, an Inventory Program Manager should have a combination of knowledge, skills, and personal qualities. Here are some key requirements for an Inventory Program Manager: 
• Business knowledge: should have a good understanding of material management processes and best practices. 
• Technical knowledge: Position should be familiar with reporting platforms like PowerBI, Smartsheet, and Tableau.  The position should have analytical skills on statistical analysis, data cleaning, and data visualization.  The position should also have skills on how to utilize AI to optimize and improve data analytics.
• Communication skills: Inventory Program Manager should have good verbal, written and presentation skills, as they will need to communicate with various stakeholders, including managers, project owners, and end-users. 
• Problem-solving skills: Inventory Program Manager should be able to identify problems, develop and evaluate potential solutions, and implement effective solutions. 
• Project management skills: Position should be able to manage projects related to the implementation of solutions, including creating project plans, managing resources, and monitoring progress. 
• Adaptability: Position should be able to adapt to changing business needs and priorities and be willing to learn new skills and technologies as needed. 
• Overall, the role of an Inventory Program Manager requires a diverse set of knowledge, skills, and personal qualities, and it is important to continuously develop and enhance these requirements to be successful in the field. 

Requirements

• High school diploma. 
• 1-3 years leading deployment or improvement related projects 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment, strong organizational skills. 
• Good communication skills, and influence with/without authority. 
• Solid technical acumen is Microsoft applications, ERP, and other analytical software. 

Preferred Qualifications

• ​​​​8-10 years’ hands-on operational experience in site-level Supply Chain Management; Planning & Purchasing. 
• ​Fundamental expertise in Demand Drive Supply Chain, PFEP (plan for every part), Min-Max. 
• ​Demonstrated accomplishments and ability for Inventory Management functionality and optimization 
• ​Application knowledge and deployment of Oracle and Cyberplan or other Planning software. 
• ​Power BI programming expertise and/or experiential deployment. 
• ​Proven Change Management capabilities 

Education and Certifications 

• ​​Bachelor’s degree from accredited institution 
• ​APICS Certification, Next Level Purchasing or similar disciplined organizations  
• ​Professional Project Management distinction. 

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 [email protected]. 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.