Program Manager - Racks

Job Summary

The Project Manager is a critical role within the Racks Product Line. The position will lead and drive the success of specific Racks global and regional projects within the Racks portfolio. The Project Manager responsibilities include leading and driving completion of projects on time, within budget and scope. They will oversee all aspects of the project throughout its full product life cycle and monitor and summarize progress, preparing status reports for stakeholders on a consistent and frequent basis.

This critical role requires high energy, creative thinking, problem solving, and an owner mentality. Excellent decision‑making and leadership capabilities are key.

• Lead cross‑functional teams to ensure requirements, timelines, and deliverables are on track per agreed‑upon plan and budget.
• Develop and manage a detailed project schedule and work plan.
• Proactively identify risks and blockers and develop and deploy mitigation plans.
• Effectively communicate project status with targeted messages for a variety of stakeholders.
• Implement change management controls following policy and approval guidelines.
• Document lessons learned throughout the project execution.
• Accountable for project governance and compliance to New Product Development and Introduction (NPDI) phase gate model.
• Balance product requirements with technical constraints, drive creative solution discussions, and negotiate trade‑offs as needed.
• Champion continuous improvement culture based on meaningful metrics and tangible results.

• Bachelor's in Engineering or related technical degree or related experience preferred.
• At least 3‑5 years in technical project management or directly related experience.
• Project Management Professional (PMP), CAPM, PMI‑ACP or equivalent certification preferred.
• Strong understanding of Phase‑Gate NPDI processes and terminology.
• Experience in strategic planning, risk management and/or change management.
• Proficiency with project management software tools.
• Approximately 15‑20% domestic / international travel required.
• Participation in global calls outside normal working hours.
• Strong leadership skills with self‑starter mentality.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational and technical skills.

Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not provide sponsorship. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F‑1, H‑1, H‑2, L, B, J, or TN, or who need sponsorship are not eligible for hire.

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, genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability.