Job Information
Vertiv Corporation Product Cost Manager in Westerville, Ohio
Job Description
Job Title: Product Cost Manager
Function: Racks Product Line / IT Systems
Location: Delaware, OH
Job Summary
The Product Cost Manager is responsible for delivering product cost reductions that meet or exceed targets for the product line. Key activities include analyzing product costs, evaluating the impact of alternative sourcing and/or manufacturing strategies, monitoring actual costs vs. target, and developing and presenting executive level presentations. The role operates in a global and cross-functional environment and requires frequent collaboration with product management, engineering, quality, procurement, and operations.
This position will be based onsite at Vertiv's Delaware, OH office location.
Responsibilities:
Identify and drive product cost improvement actions by working with a cross-functional team (notably Product Management, Engineering, Procurement, Operations and Finance)
Develop product cost comparisons to evaluate and benchmark manufacturing locations and suppliers
Prepare and deliver presentations on product cost targets, key cost drivers, and supporting cost reduction activities
Monitor product costs during the NPDI process and throughout the product lifecycle to identify and act on variances
Identify and pursue continuous improvement projects that deliver improved efficiency and/or quality
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical degree; Electrical or Mechanical Engineering is preferred
7 plus years' experience in Product Cost, Product Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, or Manufacturing
Experience with new product development processes and activities is preferred
Demonstrated competence in problem solving, data analysis, & project management
Ability to develop and deliver effective presentations of insights and recommendations, supported by data analysis
Experience developing cross-functional and cross-regional relationships to achieve business objectives
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint, PowerBI), Smartsheet, and other business applications
Excellent communications skills - written & verbal
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
About Vertiv
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