Internal Audit Operations Specialist

Vertiv • Westerville, OH

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About The Position

Vertiv is seeking an Internal Audit Operations Specialist to join Global Risk Oversight (GRO) and conduct operational site audits across its global manufacturing footprint. The role supports operational excellence by assessing internal controls and providing risk-based insights to manufacturing, sourcing, logistics, and engineering functions. The successful candidate will provide risk mitigation insights, increase internal control awareness, and support positive change and continuous improvement.

Global Risk Oversight protects and enhances Vertiv’s value by delivering risk management services, supporting the management of known and emerging risks, providing independent assurance, promoting ethical conduct, and improving business processes and controls to achieve financial and operational excellence.

The position requires 50% to 75% domestic and international travel. Vertiv will employ only candidates legally authorized to work in the United States and will not provide sponsorship for work authorization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, supply chain, operations management, or a similar field.
• At least 3 years of experience in internal audit, quality, or operations in a global manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of manufacturing operations, lean/Six Sigma, and operational KPIs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfort working in demanding environments.
• Strong critical thinking skills.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is not provided.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with global standards such as ISO 9001, CMMI, and EHS frameworks.
• Certifications such as CIA or CSCP.
• Proficiency with analytics tools such as ACL, Power BI, or Tableau.
• Familiarity with the Oracle financial module.

Responsibilities

• Independently and objectively plan and execute audits in accordance with professional auditing standards and GRO methodology.
• Collaborate with functional management, including Quality, Engineering, and Procurement, to understand business priorities and emerging risks.
• Lead operational site audits covering procurement and sourcing; logistics and distribution; manufacturing and production planning; engineering and change management; inventory, materials, and warehouse management; and quality process controls.
• Evaluate the design and effectiveness of controls related to product quality, on-time delivery, cost control, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Advise site management and deliver recommendations to drive efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance internal controls.
• Conduct and lead SIOP maturity assessments and special projects.
• Communicate audit and consulting project results clearly and concisely in a manner suited to the audience.
• Comply with internal policies, procedures, and practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level