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Demand Planning Manager, Great Lakes Job in Westerville, Ohio US

Demand Planning Manager, Great Lakes

Vertiv Corporation - Westerville, OH

Posted: 1/2/2026 - Expires: 2/1/2026

Job ID: 293051833

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Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY


* Vertiv is seeking a Demand Planning Manager, Great Lakes with deep expertise in planning for industrial goods-ideally with direct experience in configure-to-order and high-volume make-to-stock products within a 2-tier distribution model. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker and hands-on executor, passionate about driving operational excellence and customer value in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment.
* As a key member of the Americas Channel Sales team, you will own the creation and continuous improvement of SKU-level demand forecasts for the Racks Product Line (IT Systems Business Unit, North America). You will collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Product Management, Marketing, Manufacturing, and Analytics to integrate both quantitative and qualitative insights into the demand plan. Your work will directly support Vertiv's SIOP (Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning) process and enable the organization to deliver on its strategic priorities.
What You'll Do (RESPONSIBILITIES)


* Develop and maintain rolling 18-month SKU-level demand forecasts for Vertiv's industrial products and services, aligning plans to sales targets and market realities.
* Partner with Sales to analyze historical trends, market share, and customer intelligence, translating insights into actionable demand plans.
* Integrate business intelligence from Product Management, Sales Operations, and Marketing to anticipate shifts in demand driven by programs, promotions, projects, and product lifecycle events.
* Lead and facilitate weekly cross-functional forecast reviews, ensuring transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement.
* Actively participate in SIOP and executive SIOP meetings, representing the voice of demand planning and driving alignment across functions.
* Collaborate with short-range planners and Sales Operations Execution to ensure seamless communication and rapid response to changing market conditions.
* Own and improve forecast accuracy metrics, proactively identifying and executing actions to enhance process efficiency and reduce waste.
* Uphold data integrity and process discipline in all aspects of demand planning.
What You Bring (QUALIFICATIONS)


* Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain, or equivalent experience.
* 8-10 years of relevant demand planning experience, with a strong preference for candidates who have managed industrial goods in configure-to-order and make-to-stock environments, especially within a 2-tier distribution model.
* Demonstrated ability to create, execute, and continuously improve planning processes in a fast-paced, matrixed organization.
* Advanced analytical skills, including expertise in Excel and data-driven forecasting.
* Exceptional collaboration, communication, and project management skills.
* Proven ability to work independently, handle complexity, and drive decision-making with minimal supervision.
* Adaptability, flexibility, and a growth mindset-ready to bring external best practices and fresh thinking to Vertiv.
How You'll Succeed at Vertiv (OUR CULTURE)

Vertiv's culture is built on our Core Principles-Safety, Integrity, Respect, Teamwork, and Diversity & Inclusion-and brought to life through our Strategic Priorities:


* Customer Focus: You put the customer at the center of every decision, building strong relationships and delivering superior value.
* Operational Excellence: You drive efficiency, scalability, and continuous improvement in every process you touch.
* High-Performance Culture: You hold yourself and others accountable, act with urgency, and delive

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