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Program Manager - Materials Management Job in Westerville, Ohio US

Program Manager - Materials Management

Vertiv Corporation - Westerville, OH

Posted: 12/12/2025 - Expires: 1/11/2026

Job ID: 292987647

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Job Description

RESPONSIBILITIES


* Serve as the materials execution lead for major sales programs, ensuring alignment between demand, procurement, production, and logistics.
* Translate commercial requirements and project timelines into material and capacity plans across global sites and suppliers.
* Coordinate with buyers, planners, and manufacturing teams to secure material availability and prevent production delays.
* Lead cross-functional war rooms or program meetings, ensuring rapid decision-making and escalation of supply risks.
* Develop and maintain program dashboards that track material status, risks, and key milestones for leadership visibility.
* Partner with sales, finance, and operations to validate material cost, lead time, and inventory investment impacts.
* Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including long lead items, single-source suppliers, and capacity constraints.
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to planning accuracy, lead time reduction, and supplier performance.
* Ensure compliance with corporate material management and SIOP processes while adapting to the unique needs of each sales opportunity.
* Act as the primary liaison between global supply chain and customer project teams to ensure commitments are met in full and on time.
QUALIFICATIONS


* Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, or Business Administration; MBA or master's preferred.
* 4-8 years of experience in materials management, program management, or supply chain execution within a manufacturing environment.
* Proven success managing large, complex customer programs or high-value orders with tight delivery timelines.
* Strong understanding of ERP systems, SIOP/IBP processes, and material planning tools (Oracle, Kinaxis, etc.).
* Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional teams and manage competing priorities under pressure.
* Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
* Experience with risk management and mitigation across global supply chains.
* PMP or APICS/ASCM certification preferred.

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS


* The role is primarily based in an office environment but may requiring site visits and interaction with production teams.
* Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) and adhere to safety protocols.
* The role involves extended periods of sitting in front of a computer.
* Occasional standing or walking may be required during meetings, presentations, or site visits.
* Work is primarily conducted in an office environment with controlled temperature and lighting.

TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED


* Occasional travel to different office locations, client sites, or conferences may be necessary.

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
* Promote Transparent and Open Communication
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 infrast

Apply here: https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjg1MDEwLjEwNTA4QHZlcnRpdmNvbXAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t

Job Summary

Employment Type:
Full Time Employee
Job type:
Regular Employment
Skill Based Partner:
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Education Level:
No school grade completed
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