Sourcing Lead, Infrastructure Solutions

Vertiv is seeking a Sourcing Lead to support its Infrastructure Solutions business. This role is critical in managing the supply chain execution for third-party equipment and services from project award through final delivery and commissioning. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional project teams—including Offering Management, Engineering, Project Managers, and Commodity Managers—to ensure sourcing strategies align with project goals and timelines. This position is located in Pelzer, SC.  Key Responsibilities 🔹 Supply Chain Execution & Project Management

• Lead end-to-end sourcing activities for third-party equipment and services (e.g., transformers, switchgear, UPS, generators, chillers).
• Manage supplier contracts and purchase orders from initial design through final commissioning.
• Ensure timely delivery of goods and services in alignment with project milestones.

🔹 Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management

• Partner with Regional Commodity Managers to align sourcing plans with Vertiv’s broader spend strategies.
• Support localized sourcing efforts, including low-cost country (LCC) development (e.g., Mexico).
• Maintain and improve supplier performance through regular reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.

🔹 Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Engineering, Logistics, Finance, and Project Management to ensure technical compliance, cost control, and timely payments.
• Participate in project execution meetings and collaborate with Category Management on direct material needs.
• Build strong relationships across Procurement, Operations, and Engineering teams.

🔹 Systems & Process Improvement

• Maintain supply chain tracking databases and report on delivery performance.
• Support implementation of sourcing systems and contribute to process improvement initiatives.
• Review open purchase orders monthly and ensure required actions are completed.

Qualifications

• Experience in strategic sourcing, supply chain, or procurement within a project-based environment.
• Strong understanding of contract execution, supplier management, and cost analysis.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
• Familiarity with sourcing for engineered-to-order or low-volume, high-spec equipment is a plus.
• Travel up to 10-20%The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.  
• 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 30,000 people worldwide and nearly $8 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.

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