Sr. Manager, Program Management - IT Solutions at Vertiv Corporation in Westerville, Ohio

Job Description:

Job Summary


The Sr. Manager, Program Management is a critical leadership role within the IT Solutions Business Unit. The position will direct and drive the success of IT Solutions global and regional projects and be a strong leader of projects, process, and people.

The Manager will collaborate with the greater Vertiv NPDI and VPD process to drive consistency in reporting and be the lead representative for IT Solutions within the Vertiv NPD/VPD process groups. This Manager will lead and develop a strong team of project managers, manage the day-to-day activities in the PMO, provide guidance on PMO policies and processes, and collaborate with IT Solutions leaders to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.

This critical leadership role requires high energy and creative thinking. Acting like an owner, creating a culture where people can be their best and assisting others to be successful as a team is a must and critical to success in the role.


Responsibilities:

• Partner with IT Solutions Leadership to ensure that business goals and priorities are achieved.
• Proactively engage with business leadership to identify opportunities for business improvements.
• Lead personnel and resources required to successfully complete projects.
• Successfully lead the Vertiv NPDI Phase-Gate process with IT SOLUTIONS to ensure delivery of market/customer relevant projects that deliver growth and customer satisfaction.
• Establish standard set of metrics and KPIs to drive the PMO to deliver IT SOLUTIONS's strategic objectives.
• Develop and own IT SOLUTIONS's comprehensive portfolio dashboard so the right insights and data are available to help inform and empower IT SOLUTIONS leaders to make quick decisions.
• Collate qualitative and quantitative information on project performance for the preparation and production of project reports for internal management purposes.
• Manage the administration for project submissions and approvals through the agreed prioritization and approval process, maintaining a pipeline of approved projects.
• Provide advice and support to project partners on how project evidence and information must be presented and reported.
• Ensure that information recorded in both electronic and hard copy meets with internal and external audit standards.
• Meet cost, time and quality objectives when delivering projects.
• Manage Global IT SOLUTIONS priority and project one list.
• Drive and provide guidance on PMO processes, tools, and governance across the IT SOLUTIONS Business Unit
• Produce of consistent project artifacts such as project plans, risk register, status reporting and financial reporting

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical degree; electrical engineering degree or related experience preferred.
• At least 10 years in technical product development, engineering management, project management, or directly related experience.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or Agile (PMI-ACP, DASM, DAC) Certification, or equivalent preferred
• Experience with Agile methodology.
• Strong understanding of Phase-Gate NPD processes and terminology
• Approximately 15-20% domestic / international travel is required.
• Participation in global calls outside of normal working hours
• Strong leadership skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to details with excellent organizational and technical skills

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


• 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



About Vertiv


Vertiv is a $6.9 billion global critical infrastructure and data center technology company. We ensure customers' vital applications run continuously by bringing together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services. Our portfolio includes power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extends from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 20,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com 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


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 help.join@vertiv.com. Apply Now