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ability to coordinate across multiple regions and time zones.</li>\n <li><strong>Language:</strong>&nbsp;English proficiency required</li>\n</ul>\n<p style=\"margin-left:0in\"><strong><u>&nbsp;</u></strong></p>\n<p style=\"margin-left:0in\"><strong><u>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</u></strong></p>\n<ul>\n <li>Experience supporting New Product Development/Introduction (NPDI/NPI) processes in a manufacturing environment.</li>\n <li>APICS/ASCM CPIM or CSCP certification.</li>\n <li>Familiarity with Vertiv's product portfolio (Power Management, Thermal Management, IT Infrastructure).</li>\n <li>Experience with E2Open or similar supply chain collaboration tools.</li>\n</ul>\n<p style=\"margin-left:0in\"><strong><u>&nbsp;</u></strong></p>\n<p style=\"margin-left:0in\"><strong><u>TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED</u></strong></p>\n<ul>\n <li>Occasional travel up to 5% or less</li>\n</ul>\n<p style=\"margin-left:0in\">&nbsp;</p>\n<p><i>The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals &amp; Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.&nbsp;&nbsp;</i></p>\n<p><i><strong>OUR CORE PRINCIPALS:</strong>&nbsp; Safety.&nbsp; Integrity.&nbsp;Respect.&nbsp; Teamwork.&nbsp; Diversity &amp; Inclusion.</i></p>\n<p><i><strong>OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES</strong></i></p>\n<ul>\n <li><i>Customer Focus</i></li>\n <li><i>Operational Excellence</i></li>\n <li><i>High-Performance Culture</i></li>\n <li><i>Innovation</i></li>\n <li><i>Financial Strength</i></li>\n</ul>\n<p><i><strong>OUR BEHAVIORS</strong></i></p>\n<ul>\n <li><i>Own It</i></li>\n <li><i>Act With Urgency</i></li>\n <li><i>Foster a Customer-First Mindset</i></li>\n <li><i>Think Big and Execute</i></li>\n <li><i>Lead by Example</i></li>\n <li><i>Drive Continuous Improvement</i></li>\n <li><i>Learn and Seek Out Development</i></li>\n <li><i>Promote Transparent &amp; Open Communication</i></li>\n</ul>\n<p style=\"margin-left:0in\">&nbsp;</p>\n<p style=\"margin-left:0in\">&nbsp;</p>\n<p><i>At 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. &nbsp;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.&nbsp;</i></p>\n<p><i>Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.</i> <i>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&nbsp;</i><a href=\"mailto:[email protected]\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><i>[email protected]</i></a><i>. If you are interested in applying or learning more about this role, please visit the company’s career page located on Vertiv.com/Careers</i></p>\n<p><i><strong>Work Authorization</strong></i></p>\n<p><i>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.</i></p>",
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