Senior Program Manager - Thermal Products

Job Description

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 sales, 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.

We are looking for Senior Program Manager - Thermal Products to join our team in Redhill, United Kingdom!

Reporting to the Thermal Business Unit (BU) Program Management director, the Senior Program Manager will coordinate the projects related to the Liquid Cooling product line globally, working closely with the Liquid Cooling Product Line leader. Senior Program Manager will also coordinate a team of 3 Project Managers directly reporting to them based in the Redhill, UK office.

This role offers high visibility and impact in one of Vertiv’s fastest-growing segments, with opportunities to work on high profile projects for key players in the AI arena.

What kind of work will you be doing?

• Ensure the projects/programs are managed in accordance with the Corporate NPDI (New Product Development and Introduction) Process
• Manage the Liquid Cooling project portfolio, ensuring alignment with business roadmaps.
• Work with management of different operating functions to identify and obtain required resources to adequately staff projects, providing necessary information for prioritization where required.
• Develop and execute project/program plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation, while effectively managing risks and dependencies.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration and foster a culture of teamwork to achieve project deliverables and meet aggressive deadlines.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration between various stakeholders, including engineering teams, operations, product offering and executive leadership.
• Track and report on project, program and portfolio performances, measuring progress, budget utilization, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to stakeholders and senior management.
• Identify and proactively mitigate risks and issues that may impact project timelines, scope, or quality.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, driving innovation and efficiency in the product development process.
• Collaborate closely with the Product Management team to define product requirements, specifications, and ensure alignment with customer needs and with the Engineering team to develop and validate solutions which are compliant with the requirements set, at a competitive product cost.
• Initiate and complete post-launch product analysis and feedback collection to inform future iterations and enhancements.

What will make you successful?

• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field, with the ability to learn the basics of product functioning, development, and testing cycles. A Master's degree is an asset.
• A minimum of 5 years' experience as a Program Manager, leading programs within a structured organization.
• Comprehensive understanding of the product development lifecycle, from concept ideation to commercialization.
• Exceptional project management skills; PMP certification is strongly preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities, with proficiency in engaging and influencing stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Excellent leadership and influencing capabilities, including the ability to motivate and direct cross-functional teams toward common objectives.
• Robust problem-solving and decision-making skills, characterized by a proactive and solution-oriented approach.
• Willingness to travel up to 30% of the time.
• Preferred: Experience in the HVAC sector.
• Advantageous: Familiarity with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban)

If YOU are the person we are looking for, feel free to apply and let's start drafting your future career in a healthy and growing environment!

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

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.