Senior Manager, Vertiv Operating System

Vertiv is hiring a Senior Manager, Vertiv Operating System in Westerville, OH.   

• Chief of Staff Role: Assume a chief of staff role within the VOS department, working closely with the leadership team to drive internal governance initiatives.
• Streamline operations,  and enhance overall departmental effectiveness.
• Lead the development and coordination of standards, frameworks, and processes within the VOS department, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and industry best practices.
• Act as a key coordinator between different teams and stakeholders within the VOS department, facilitating communication, collaboration, and the implementation of strategic initiatives.
• Provide oversight for internal governance structures and processes, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and industry standards. 
• Identify opportunities for improvement and drive necessary changes.
• Establish and manage a comprehensive documentation system for internal governance processes, standards, and frameworks. Ensure accessibility and understanding of documentation for relevant stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather input, address challenges, and ensure consistent implementation of standards and frameworks across various functions within the VOS department.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and efficiency improvements. Work collaboratively with teams to implement changes and enhance overall operational effectiveness.
• Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to internal governance and standards. Provide regular reports to senior management on performance, compliance, and the success of implemented frameworks.
• Act as a change agent, guiding teams through transitions associated with the implementation of new standards and frameworks. Provide support and communication to ensure smooth adaptation.
• Provide support to the VOS leadership team in strategic planning activities, contributing insights and recommendations to enhance departmental strategies and objectives.

Responsibilities:  

Under the direction of Global VP of VOS, this individual contributor will:

• Serve as key contributor to global VOS deployment.
• Lead internal to VOS governance.
• Collaborate closely with VOS leadership, serving as a chief of staff to drive internal governance initiatives.
• Streamline operations and enhance overall departmental effectiveness.
• Lead the development and coordination of standards, frameworks, and processes within the VOS department.
• Ensure alignment with organizational objectives and industry best practices.
• Act as a key coordinator between different teams and stakeholders within the VOS department.
• Facilitate communication, collaboration, and the implementation of strategic initiatives.
• Provide oversight for internal governance structures and processes.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and industry standards.
• Establish and manage a comprehensive documentation system for internal governance processes, standards, and frameworks.
• Ensure accessibility and understanding of documentation for relevant stakeholders.

Education & Certifications:  

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent of 7-10 plus years’ experience 
• Six Sigma / Lean certifications / PMP, preferred - Black Belt / Master BB preferred
• Smartsheet / Power BI experience

Requirements

Required Experience

• Proven experience in a chief of staff or coordination role within a corporate setting.
• Familiarity with governance, standards development, and process coordination.
• Experience in implementing continuous improvement methodologies.
• Prior experience using word processing, spreadsheet, statistical analysis, and presentation software. 

Skills Required

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, utilizing data-driven insights for decision-making.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, conveying complex concepts clearly.
• Ability to create and manage comprehensive documentation systems.
• Demonstrated project management skills, planning, executing, and overseeing projects from conception to completion.
• Experience leading change management initiatives, guiding teams through transitions.
• Proven leadership skills, motivating and guiding cross-functional teams toward common goals.
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines. 
• Years of Experience: 7 to 10+
• Travel Requirement 10 to 25%

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help ex