Senior Procurement Engineering Manager

Vertiv is seeking a highly experienced and commercially savvy Senior Procurement Engineering Manager for Sheet Metal to join our team. The ideal candidate will have 15 years of experience in the sheet metal manufacturing industry, an engineering degree, and a proven track record of partnering with Procurement, and Engineering teams to create a competitive advantage. This role is critical in driving innovation, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness of our sheet metal operational development within our supply base.   

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with Procurement, Engineering, and Sheet Metal suppliers to develop and implement prototype and product introduction strategies that enhance our competitive edge in the sheet metal industry.
• Lead the Prototype development processes to ensure speed to market and reduced prototype lead times by improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the prototype development process
• Lead the sheet metal optimization of components and processes.
• Advance should cost models for prototypes and production parts to ensure speed, cost, and pricing accuracy
• Develop and manage manufacturing complexity models that align with supplier capabilities and improve prototype delivery & production delivery performance 
• Partner with suppliers to develop and implement should-cost models that enable accelerated development of prototypes. 
• Identify and evaluate new materials, end-to-end technologies, and processes to improve performance and reduce costs. 
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to cross-functional teams on sheet metal-related issues. Manages the part and product delivery timelines and timing objectives to meet the goals of the Engineering, Offering Management, and Procurement organization 
• Development of end to end sheet metal prototyping process that enables speed to market, easy access for engineering, design for manufacturability guidance
• Leverage market experience and update industry trends to inform strategic decisions
• Build and maintain Executive relationships with strategic suppliers, including pricing process alignment, optimization of manufacturing lead times, manufacturing technology capabilities, available production capacity, and quality performance monitoring.
• Develop supplier capability matrix and ensure the appropriate sheet metal technologies are ready for launch before needed by for Product Launches 
  • Manages the part and product delivery timelines and timing objectives to meet the goals of the Engineering, Offering Management and Procurement organization 
• Identify and drive best practices related to Sheet Metal prototype sourcing, pricing and total cost contributors, quality, efficiency, speed and responsiveness.
• Ability to apply critical analysis of procedures and processes and develop alternate solutions to address supplier production delay risks and challenges

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in the sheet metal industry, preferably in a direct sheet metal production manufacturing environment, with a deep knowledge of the manufacturing processes, equipment capability, production technologies, and alternative manufacturing methodologies used in the industry
• Strong commercial acumen and experience in partnering with Procurement and Engineering teams as well as suppliers
• Strong proficiency in MS Office applications, sheet metal manufacturing software (e.g. Creo, SolidEdge, SolidWorks, Inventor
• Experience in Total Cost of Ownership thought process (solutions thinking vs piece part)
• Ability to develop Key Performance Indicators specific to the delivery performance of engineering samples and prototypes
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically.
• Proven ability to lead projects and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Requires strong interpersonal skills and the ability to develop and cultivate productive and lasting relationships with cross-functional teams and suppliers in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field.

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• N/A

TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED

• 10%

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

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 27,000 people worldwide and more than $6 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  If you are interested in applying or learning more about this role, please visit the company's career page located on

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.