Director, IT Systems Product Strategy Americas at Vertiv Group

DescriptionPOSITION SUMMARYThe Director IT Systems Product Strategy Americasensures alignmentbetween Americas Sales organization Americas Sales Operations organization Americas Finance organization and the IT SystemsBusiness Unit organization regarding pipeline orders sales and other key financial metrics for the IT SystemsBusiness Unit. Reporting directly to the Vice President Strategy and Portfolio Growth for the Americas this role will also drive visibility and monitoring of regional IT Systemsproduct margins including pricing initiatives VAVE cost-out programs etc. The role will lead product-related strategic planning processes for the Americas region related to the IT SystemsBusiness unit. It will also define product business cases for new product development and execute on existing products. Finally this role will serve as a unified market and customer intelligence provider for the Americas Region.RESPONSIBILITIESLead analysis of and efforts to improve the margin and profitability of the IT SystemsBusiness Unit and its subsidiary Product Lines.Serve as a key contributor for the Americas Region forIT Systemsrelated topics in Pipeline Orders Sales and Demand Planning meetings.Define and execute pricing strategies in partnership with the IT Systems Business Unit Americas Finance Sales and Sales Ops.Serve as the key stakeholder for the Americas region for IT Systems related NPDI product launches.Liaise closely with the Americas IT SystemsTechnical Sales/Application Engineering Teams.Research market trends demand drivers customer needs and the competitive landscape.Partner with theIT SystemsBusiness Unit Sales and Sales Ops to ensure Sales Enablement processes and best practices are established for new and evolving products.Collect voice of customers and product business cases and share with global products teams.Develop and track metrics to evaluate post-launch sales performance of new offerings including pipeline and quotation.Lead IT Systems Strategic Planning efforts for the Americas Region partnering with the IT SystemsBusiness Unit the Americas Strategy Team the Americas Finance Team and Americas Sales Teams.QUALIFICATIONSBachelors degree in Engineering Business or a related field; Masters degree in Engineering or Business Administration is preferred.8-10 years intechnical product service strategic planning sales marketing or directly related experience.Experience withIT Systemsproducts and solutions preferred.Strong business acumen and ability to act as a CEO for the products being covered.Ability to quickly develop cross-functional relationships to achieve business objectives.Technical expertise to translate stakeholder needs/pain points to solutions.Able to combine long-term and short-term goals by setting priorities.Ability to interact with all levels within the organization from entry level to executive.Attitude to act as a leader in their role and with curiosity in all thats new (market trends new technologies etc.).Language skills: fluent in English written and verbal required.Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite Smartsheet and other business applications.PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDSNo special physical requirements.TIME TRAVEL REQUIREDUp to 10% as needed.The successful candidate will embrace Vertivs Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. . Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIESCustomer FocusOperational ExcellenceHigh-Performance CultureInnovationFinancial StrengthOUR BEHAVIORSOwn ItAct With UrgencyFoster a Customer-First MindsetThink Big and ExecuteLead by ExampleDrive Continuous ImprovementLearn and Seek Out DevelopmentAt Vertiv were 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. If you are interested in applying or learning more about this role please visit the companys career page located on AuthorizationNo 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.Required Experience:Director Key Skills Business Development,Marketing,Pricing,Analysis Skills,Research Experience,Project Management,Research & Development,Strategic Planning,Financial Modeling,Leadership Experience,Management Consulting,Analytics Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1