Data Governance Specialist, Materials and Manufacturing Planning

Vertiv Group•Westerville, OH

About The Position

Description RESPONSIBILITIES Buyer, Planner, and Scheduler KPI Governance Ensure KPI data is complete, accurate, and aligned across sites. Document issues impacting data quality and coordinating resolution with IT partners. Material Requirements Planning Data Governance & System Health Partner with the Materials Management team to optimize MRP logic, including testing and long‑term performance monitoring. Lead master data cleanup initiatives to improve system accuracy. Item Attribute Completeness & Cross‑Functional Coordination Track completeness and accuracy of item attributes. Coordinate reviews and corrections across multiple teams to ensure timely updates. Operational Management KPI Governance Ensure all sites use consistent logic and definitions when calculating key manufacturing KPIs. Document KPI discrepancies and lead efforts to standardize measurement and resolve issues. System Enhancements Coordinate end‑user testing for Material Requirements Planning enhancements across sites. Participate in end-to-end testing where system and process enhancements originate in another area but touch on our processes. Assist in documenting business requirements. Site Support on ERP and MRP Understand pain-points with current processes and drive solutions to improve accuracy, effectiveness and efficiency. First level of escalation on system issues and questions Engage IT and ensure proper prioritization on issues Work cross functionaly with Purchasing, Planning, Materials Management, Procurement, Operations, Master Data Management, Engineering, IT and Quality groups to improve internal data quality. Reporting, analytics, and metric development when needed. QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in a Supply Chain Management or related field; Business, Operations or similar field of study, and/or equivalent work experience can be in lieu of degree 1-3 years of experience in data governance or materials planning, or minimum of 2 years in supply chain or operations Engineering experience a plus Strong proficiency in ERP systems (Oracle preferred) Strong analytical skills and tool experience; including Excel, Minitab or Power BI Experience in PDSL, OTD, and other planning metrics Strong business acumen Ability to work within a matrix management environment Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively, with attention to accuracy and detail Highly organized and can multi-task, ability to handle high pressure situations Excellent problem-solving skills PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience in complex, multi-site manufacturing or global supply chains Experience in thermal, power and/or infrastructure solutions product portfolios Strong understanding of SIOP processes and forecasting methodologies Project Management training or certification a plus Lean/Six Sigma certification or hands on process improvement experience Power BI experience TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED up to 10% 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 Promote Transparent & Open Communication 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. 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. Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. 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 [email protected] . If you are interested in applying or learning more about this role, please visit the company’s career page located on Vertiv.com/Careers 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.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a Supply Chain Management or related field; Business, Operations or similar field of study, and/or equivalent work experience can be in lieu of degree
1-3 years of experience in data governance or materials planning, or minimum of 2 years in supply chain or operations
Engineering experience a plus
Strong proficiency in ERP systems (Oracle preferred)
Strong analytical skills and tool experience; including Excel, Minitab or Power BI
Experience in PDSL, OTD, and other planning metrics
Strong business acumen
Ability to work within a matrix management environment
Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively, with attention to accuracy and detail
Highly organized and can multi-task, ability to handle high pressure situations
Excellent problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

Experience in complex, multi-site manufacturing or global supply chains
Experience in thermal, power and/or infrastructure solutions product portfolios
Strong understanding of SIOP processes and forecasting methodologies
Project Management training or certification a plus
Lean/Six Sigma certification or hands on process improvement experience
Power BI experience

Responsibilities

Buyer, Planner, and Scheduler KPI Governance Ensure KPI data is complete, accurate, and aligned across sites.
Document issues impacting data quality and coordinating resolution with IT partners.
Material Requirements Planning Data Governance & System Health Partner with the Materials Management team to optimize MRP logic, including testing and long‑term performance monitoring.
Lead master data cleanup initiatives to improve system accuracy.
Item Attribute Completeness & Cross‑Functional Coordination Track completeness and accuracy of item attributes.
Coordinate reviews and corrections across multiple teams to ensure timely updates.
Operational Management KPI Governance Ensure all sites use consistent logic and definitions when calculating key manufacturing KPIs.
Document KPI discrepancies and lead efforts to standardize measurement and resolve issues.
System Enhancements Coordinate end‑user testing for Material Requirements Planning enhancements across sites.
Participate in end-to-end testing where system and process enhancements originate in another area but touch on our processes.
Assist in documenting business requirements.
Site Support on ERP and MRP Understand pain-points with current processes and drive solutions to improve accuracy, effectiveness and efficiency.
First level of escalation on system issues and questions Engage IT and ensure proper prioritization on issues
Work cross functionaly with Purchasing, Planning, Materials Management, Procurement, Operations, Master Data Management, Engineering, IT and Quality groups to improve internal data quality.
Reporting, analytics, and metric development when needed.