Sourcing Lead, Infrastructure Solutions

Sourcing Lead

Vertiv is hiring a Sourcing Lead for its Infrastructure Solutions business in Pelzer, SC. This person will engage with Infrastructure Solutions Project Teams consisting of Offering Management, Pre-Sales Engineering, Solution Architects, Product Engineering, Project and Site Managers, and Commodity Management; in order to develop and manage supply chain execution from project award thru execution phase for 3rd party buyout equipment and services for all Infrastructure Solutions. Buyout equipment includes low volume highly specified transformers, switchgear, UPS, generators, chiller solutions, etc. Services may include module fabrication / integration supplier, Engineer consulting services, general contractors / trades etc. This position collaborates with a Americas Regional Commodity Managers responsible standard direct material commodities to ensure spend leverage for Vertiv. Principle area of responsibility is Americas. The Sourcing Lead is responsible for execution of project materials and services by awarded supply chain from initial design to final commissioning at customer site. This position is responsible for project cost vs. budget analysis, sourcing analysis, developing sourcing plans in conjunction with Commodity Management, and maintaining system parameters relative to suppliers and the parts they supply. This position will manage P.O. contract execution of the agreed upon terms with the selected suppliers including technical compliance, price and terms, and coordination with Accounts payable for payments at milestone / progress achievement and to suppliers upon work completion. Sourcing Lead may be called upon for Continuous Improvement efforts around business process, as well as key systems implementation efforts at Vertiv facilities. Position will help manage our Preferred Supply Base specific to IS and other lines of business, including development efforts within LCC such as Mexico.

Primary role to program manage supply chain execution from PO placement to final delivery of goods and services.

Coordinate with Commodity Managers and Engineering key requirements for supplier evaluation. Establish and support localized sourcing including parts and services consistent with Sourcing Strategies. Prepares and transmits requests for quotes for items to be purchased via telephone, fax and mail.

Coordinate with core team and operations to ensure timely purchase order placement. Maintain and improve supply chain tracking database for all 3rd party buyouts and services by project, reporting on time delivery results. Maintain Supplier performance meetings for continuous improvement.

Participate in cross functional teams from execution phase meetings and drive collaboration with Category Management for standard or buyout direct material needs. Coordinate with Logistics to ensure product is delivered in a timely and cost effective manner.

Coordinate with Project Manager, Finance / Accounts Payable to effectively manage purchase orders to completion and final payment to suppliers. Match supplier invoicing to P.O. and proper receipt by Project Management; and help validate for payment.

Ensure that Vertiv standard practices and procedures are followed in connection with the procurement and delivery of all parts.

Build collaborative working relationships with key staff of all supply chain departments (e.g. Materials, Procurement and Operations, Offering Management, Engineering, Services).

Help manage project master files for Team. (project execution). Monthly review of open P.O. file for IS required actions.

Other Duties as assigned

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

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

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• High-Performance Culture
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

OUR BEHAVIORS

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 nearly $8 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.

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.