Vertiv

Builds power and cooling systems for data centers

Inventory and Products Specialist

Inventory ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field is required.
Three to five years of experience in inventory management, supply planning, or S&OP/SIOP processes is required.
Strong understanding of inventory forecasting, demand-supply balancing, and working capital management is required.
Experience building business cases and investment requests is required.
Proficiency in enterprise resource planning systems such as SAP and advanced Excel or data analytics tools is required.
Project management and cross-functional coordination skills are required.

Responsibilities

Act as project manager for inventory-related initiatives, consolidating and coordinating actions with specific owners across short-, mid-, and long-term horizons.
Track progress, manage timelines, and ensure accountability across all planning horizons.
Serve as the primary liaison between S&OE, SIOP Supply Planning, Procurement, and Finance on inventory matters.
Support the inventory forecasting process while ensuring final validation and accountability remain with S&OE.
Extend the inventory plan to 36 or more months, incorporating NPDI, business strategy, and data-driven methodologies.
Connect SIOP plan variations to inventory implications in the mid-term, covering 6–12 months.
Integrate NPDI and portfolio management into the SIOP cycle.
Connect E&O risk planning to mid- and long-term SIOP plans, with E&O ownership remaining on S&OE.
Ensure SIOP participation in weekly S&OE forums to check progress and consolidate results.
Support short-term execution activities while recognizing that full accountability and responsibility remain with S&OE and the plants.
Build and lead business cases around investment requests addressing capability gaps, such as increasing stock levels to shorten lead time to customer or drive sales growth.
Collaborate with the SIOP Supply Planning team to translate SIOP plan variations into actionable inventory strategies.
Work with Procurement in a structured manner to plan actions within the 6–12 month horizon.
Own the long-term inventory planning process within the SIOP team.
Connect Big Bets (what-if scenarios) to inventory planning to generate working capital scenarios.
Establish and strengthen dialogue with Finance to support scenario-based planning and working capital analysis.
Drive the transition to a data-driven inventory planning approach.

Desired Qualifications

A master's degree or MBA focused on Supply Chain or Operations is preferred.
APICS/ASCM certification (CPIM, CSCP, or equivalent) is preferred.
Experience with NPDI processes and portfolio management is preferred.
Familiarity with financial planning concepts, including TWC and E&O risk management, is preferred.
Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment is preferred.
Strong data analytics capabilities and experience driving data-driven planning transformations are preferred.

Position Summary

The Inventory and Products Specialist is a key member of the SIOP team, acting as a cross-functional project manager responsible for consolidating and coordinating inventory-related actions across short, mid, and long-term planning horizons. This role bridges execution (S&OE) and strategic planning (SIOP), ensuring inventory decisions are aligned with business strategy, supply plans, and financial objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Coordination

Act as project manager for inventory-related initiatives, consolidating and coordinating actions with specific owners across short, mid, and long-term horizons
Track progress, manage timelines, and ensure accountability across all planning horizons
Serve as the primary liaison between S&OE, SIOP Supply Planning, Procurement, and Finance on inventory matters

Inventory Forecasting & Planning

Support the inventory forecasting process, while ensuring final validation and accountability remains with S&OE
Work to extend the inventory plan to 36+ months, incorporating NPDI (New Product Development and Implementation), business strategy, and data-driven methodologies
Connect SIOP plan variations to inventory implications in the mid-term (6–12 months)

NPDI & Portfolio Management

Integrate NPDI and portfolio management into the SIOP cycle
Connect E&O (Excess & Obsolescence) risk planning to mid- and long-term SIOP plans, with E&O ownership remaining on S&OE

Short-Term Execution Support

Ensure SIOP participation in weekly S&OE forums to check progress and consolidate results
Support short-term execution activities, recognizing that full accountability and responsibility remain with S&OE and the plants

Mid-Term Strategic Planning (6–12 Months)

Build and lead business cases around investment requests, addressing current capability gaps (e.g., increasing stock levels to shorten lead-time-to-customer or drive sales growth)
Collaborate with the SIOP Supply Planning team to translate SIOP plan variations into actionable inventory strategies
Work with Procurement in a structured manner to plan actions within the 6–12 month horizon

Long-Term Strategic Planning (36+ Months)

Own the long-term inventory planning process within the SIOP team
Connect "Big Bets" (what-if scenarios) to inventory planning to generate working capital (TWC) scenarios
Establish and strengthen dialogue with Finance to support scenario-based planning and TWC analysis
Drive the transition to a purely data-driven inventory planning approach

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field
3–5 years of experience in inventory management, supply planning, or S&OP/SIOP processes
Strong understanding of inventory forecasting, demand-supply balancing, and working capital management
Experience building business cases and investment requests
Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and advanced Excel / data analytics tools
Excellent project management and cross-functional coordination skills

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree or MBA with a focus on Supply Chain or Operations
APICS/ASCM certification (CPIM, CSCP, or equivalent)
Experience with NPDI processes and portfolio management
Familiarity with financial planning concepts (TWC, E&O risk management)
Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment
Strong data analytics capabilities and experience driving data-driven planning transformations

Competencies

Cross-Functional Leadership – Ability to influence and coordinate across multiple teams without direct authority
Analytical Thinking – Strong capability to translate data into actionable inventory strategies and business cases
Strategic Mindset – Ability to balance short-term execution needs with long-term strategic planning
Communication – Clear and effective communication with stakeholders at all levels, from plant operations to Finance and senior leadership
Process Orientation – Drive for structured, data-driven planning processes and continuous improvement

The anticipated salary range for this role Slovakia is between€25 200 to €31 500 gross per and reflects the range applicable in that jurisdiction. Certain roles may be eligible for variable compensation and benefits. Where applicable, a comprehensive overview of the full benefits package and any additional compensation will be provided during the recruitment process in accordance with local legal requirements. Compensation is determined based on objective, gender-neutral criteria, including skills, experience, and job responsibilities.

This role may be performed in multiple jurisdictions. In jurisdictions subject to EU Pay Transparency requirements, a locally applicable salary range applies and will be communicated in accordance with local legal obligations, if not shown in this posting. Salary ranges for other jurisdictions may vary in line with local market conditions and applicable legislation.

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About the Company

Vertiv

Builds power and cooling systems for data centers

Vertiv builds power and cooling equipment that keeps data centers, communication networks, and industrial facilities running through outages and heavy computing loads. Its Liebert cooling systems manage the heat generated by servers, while its power products protect equipment and distribute electricity. The company sells equipment directly and through distributors, then earns additional revenue from installation, maintenance, spare parts, and services throughout the equipment life cycle. Its portfolio also includes racks and software for monitoring and managing IT equipment. Vertiv became a standalone company in 2016 and is headquartered in Westerville, Ohio.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Westerville, OH
Founded: 2016

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