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The role operates in a cross-functional environment and influences outcomes through analysis, insight, and collaboration.\r\nRESPONSIBILITIESOperational Forecasting & AnalysisPartner with plant and planning teams to support and improve operational and inventory forecasting processes\r\nAnalyze and reconcile forecast inputs across demand, supply, and execution to identify gaps, misalignment, and improvement opportunities\r\nEvaluate forecast accuracy and performance, identifying root causes of variation and systemic drivers\r\nAssess forecast assumptions, risks, and confidence levels, and clearly communicate implications to stakeholders\r\nData Analysis & Business InsightAnalyze large and complex datasets to evaluate operational and inventory performance\r\nIdentify root causes of inventory imbalances, service issues, and execution gaps\r\nReconcile inconsistencies across systems, plans, and data sources\r\nDecision Support & RecommendationsTranslate analysis into clear, actionable recommendations with defined risks and tradeoffs\r\nProactively identify and communicate performance risks, constraints, and improvement opportunities\r\nSupport leadership decision-making by connecting operational performance to financial outcomes\r\nInventory Performance ManagementMonitor key inventory metrics, including days inventory on hand (DIO), excess and obsolete inventory, and supply-demand alignment\r\nExplain drivers of inventory performance across sites, product segments, and planning assumptions\r\nSupport inventory optimization initiatives and track results of corrective actions\r\nCross-Functional CollaborationPartner with demand planning, supply planning, materials, procurement, operations, and finance teams\r\nFacilitate alignment across functions by providing a consistent, fact-based view of performance\r\nSupport coordination and follow-through of planning and inventory-related initiatives\r\nREQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONSREQUIRED7+ years of experience in forecasting, inventory management, supply chain analytics, or related disciplines\r\nStrong analytical skills with the ability to work with large, complex datasets\r\nDemonstrated ability to translate data into insights and actionable recommendations\r\nExperience operating in fast-paced environments with evolving or incomplete information\r\nAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel\r\nExperience with ERP or planning systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar)\r\nStrong written and verbal communication skills\r\nPREFERREDBachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Engineering, or related field\r\nExperience in retail merchandise planning, demand forecasting, or inventory planning\r\nExperience reconciling data across multiple systems (forecasting, financial planning, and operational systems)\r\nUnderstanding of the relationship between sales, margin, supply chain, and inventory performance\r\nExperience with reporting and visualization tools (e.g., Power BI or similar)\r\nCOMPETENCIESStrong analytical and problem-solving capabilities\r\nAbility to operate effectively in ambiguous and rapidly changing environments\r\nSound judgment and ability to make recommendations based on incomplete information\r\nAttention to detail with a focus on accuracy and data integrity\r\nAbility to collaborate and influence across cross-functional teams\r\nWORK ENVIRONMENTThis role operates in a cross-functional, matrixed environment and requires collaboration across multiple business functions and levels of the organization.\r\nTravel Requirements:Up to 25%\r\nThe successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.\r\nOUR CORE PRINCIPLES:Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.\r\nOUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIESCustomer Focus\r\nOperational Excellence\r\nHigh-Performance Culture\r\nInnovation\r\nFinancial Strength\r\nOUR BEHAVIORSOwn It\r\nAct With Urgency\r\nFoster a Customer-First Mindset\r\nThink Big and Execute\r\nLead by Example\r\nDrive Continuous Improvement\r\nLearn and Seek Out Development\r\nPromote Transparent & Open Communication\r\nAt Vertiv, we’re on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected. With $6.9 billion in revenue, a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.\r\nVertiv 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@vertivco.com.\r\nWork AuthorizationNo 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.\r\nOUR CORE PRINCIPLES:Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Inclusion.\r\nOUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIESHigh-Performance Culture\r\nCustomer Focus\r\nOperational Excellence\r\nInnovation\r\nFinancial Strength\r\nVERTIV BEHAVIORSOwn it\r\nAct with urgency\r\nFoster a customer-first mindset\r\nThink big and execute\r\nLead by example\r\nDrive continuous improvement\r\nLearn and seek out development\r\nPromote transparent & open communication\r\nAbout VertivVertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers’ vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today’s data centers, communication networks, and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.\r\nWork AuthorizationNo 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.\r\nEqual Opportunity EmployerVertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. 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Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today’s data centers, communication networks, and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.\r\nWork AuthorizationNo 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.\r\nEqual Opportunity EmployerVertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. 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