Job Description
The Director of Supply Chain Excellence & Logistics will own end-to-end accountability for the intersection of supply chain performance, logistics optimization, long-range capacity planning, data sanctity and digital transformation across EMEA Procurement. The Director of Supply Chain Excellence & Logistics will support architecting, data-driven supply chain capability that converts disruption into competitive advantage for Vertiv.
Responsibilities

• End-to-End Supply Chain Strategy — Own and drive the EMEA Procurement supply chain strategy, translating Vertiv's 2X revenue ambition into a structured multi-year roadmap covering supplier capacity planning, logistics network design, risk mitigation, and digital enablement. Review and update annually with BU Directors, VP Procurement, and Operations leadership.
• Logistics Optimization & Cost Management — Lead end-to-end optimisation of EMEA procurement logistics: inbound freight, cross-border flows, carrier selection, and modal cost management. Logistics represents ~ €63M (5.1%) of current managed spend. Engage Logistics team to develop carrier strategies, benchmark modal costs, and implement lean solutions aligned with Vertiv's ESG targets.
• Supplier Capacity Planning & Risk Management — Build and maintain a structured supplier capacity planning programme across all EMEA categories. Define critical supplier segmentation (e.g. strategic, leverage, bottleneck, transactional). Drive along with Procurement leads capacity reservation agreements. A live risk register covering geopolitical challenges, extended lead-time, and commodity (copper, aluminium) exposure with quantified financial impact and active mitigation plans.
• Supply Chain Performance Governance — Work with Head of Supply Chain Performance to establish and govern a consistent EMEA-wide supply chain scorecard: on-time delivery, lead-time variance, order fulfilment accuracy, buffer stock effectiveness, and supply disruption frequency. Escalate performance deviations to VP level with root-cause analysis and structured corrective action within agreed SLAs.
• Stocking & Buffer Programmes — Design, implement, and continuously optimize stocking strategies: consignment, vendor-managed inventory (VMI), safety-stock frameworks, and strategic pre-buy for commodity-exposed categories. Quantify working capital implications of all stocking decisions and present structured trade-off recommendations to Finance and Operations leadership
• Digital Transformation & Data Infrastructure — Own the SC digital transformation agenda for EMEA Procurement: drive adoption of supply chain analytics, ERP-based planning tools, supplier portals, and AI-assisted tool. Define data architecture requirements for a single EMEA supply chain visibility layer and partner with IT and
  

global Procurement Technology to deliver it. Target: real-time supplier capacity and lead-time visibility for top 200 strategic suppliers by end 2027.

• Cross-Functional Stakeholder Alignment — Act as the primary supply chain interface between EMEA Procurement and Vertiv's manufacturing, and commercial functions. Represent EMEA Procurement in SIOP, NPI stage-gates, and executive supply risk reviews. Build trusted relationships at Director/VP level across and with Plant Directors at Tognana, Nove Mesto, Zagreb, and Ireland.
• Team Leadership & Succession Planning — Lead, develop, and hold accountable a direct team of 4 to 5 managers with an extended team of 15–20 FTE. Establish individual development plans, succession pathways, and SMART performance objectives for all direct reports.
• Investment Cases & Executive Reporting — Build and present structured business cases for supply chain investments (stocking programs, logistics contracts, technology platforms) to VP Procurement EMEA and senior Vertiv leadership. Report monthly on SC performance metrics, risk status, and strategic initiative progress. Contribute to the annual Project Superion investment review and organizational effectiveness assessment.
  

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering (Mechanical / Industrial / Electrical), Business Administration, or related technical discipline required.
• Master's degree (MBA or MSc in Operations Management / Supply Chain Management) strongly preferred. Strong understanding of procurement processes, supplier management, and sourcing strategies.
• Relevant professional certification advantageous: CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply), CSCP (APICS), or equivalent globally recognised supply chain credential.
• Green Belt required / Commitment to arrive Black Belt in an agreed time frame
  

Experience

• Minimum 12–15 years of progressive supply chain and/or procurement experience, with at least 5 years in a Director-level or equivalent senior leadership role within a global manufacturing or industrial organization.
• Demonstrated track record of building and executing end-to-end supply chain strategy in a complex, multi-site, multi-country EMEA or global environment, with accountability for €500M+ in procurement or managed spend.
• Hands-on experience managing third-party logistics, inbound freight, and logistics contract negotiations across multiple EMEA geographies. Exposure to Middle East, Eastern Europe (Czech Republic, Romania, Croatia), and South Asia (India) supply chains is a significant advantage.
• Proven experience leading supply chain disruption response: extended lead-time management (China), geopolitical supply interruption, and commodity price volatility (copper, aluminum) at scale.
• Experience designing and implementing stocking programs, VMI arrangements, safety-stock frameworks, and capacity reservation agreements with strategic suppliers in a manufacturing context.
• Prior ownership of a supply chain digital transformation program: ERP optimization (SAP, Oracle, or equivalent), supply chain analytics implementation, supplier portal deployment, or AI/ML-assisted planning tools.
• Experienced leading geographically distributed, multi-cultural teams
• Commercially literate and financially grounded: ability to build executive-level investment business cases, translate supply chain risk into quantified financial exposure, and lead structured supplier negotiations at C-suite level.
  

The anticipated salary range for this role in the Nové Mesto nad Váhom locality is between 63 927€ to 79 900€ gross per year —salary ranges for other geographic localities may vary. Certain roles are eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, annual bonus and stock. These awards are allocated based on individual performance and are role based. In addition, certain roles also have the opportunity to earn sales incentives based on revenue or utilization, depending on the terms of the plan and the employee’s role. Compensation ranges are determined based on objective, gender-neutral criteria including skills, experience, and job responsibilities. In addition to the salary listed above, a detailed overview of additional compensation, including bonuses and benefits, will be provided during the initial interview.
About The Team
Work Authorization
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.
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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 / [removed]including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability.
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