Operating System Manager (Manufacturing)

Vertiv; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company in Northern Ireland is seeking a VOS Manager to lead lean manufacturing processes across its plants. The role involves developing strategies for performance improvement, coaching teams, and ensuring operational compliance. Candidates should have 3-5 years of experience with Lean/Six Sigma methodologies and strong analytical skills. Fluent English is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience applying Lean/Six Sigma methodologies.
• Fluent in English.
• Experience in Continuous Improvement and Manufacturing Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies aligned with company goals.
• Coach operational leaders to drive performance improvements.
• Ensure compliance with VOS guidelines and framework.
• Conduct local site analysis including operational baselines.

Skills

Change management coaching

Performance management methods

Lean/Six Sigma methodologies

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Fluent English

MS Office Professional

Job description

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 $5 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.

Role: VOS Manager

Reporting to: Operations Director

Location: North of Ireland (Derry, NI and Burnfoot, RoI)

The Vertiv Operating System Manager (VOS Manager) is responsible for planning, developing, and implementing lean manufacturing processes, including the deployment of the VOS operating system. Oversees all continuous improvement projects and the standardization of the company’s manufacturing processes. This is an operational role reporting to the ops director and looking after our 3 plants in the North of Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies in alignment with company goals, develops execution plans for performance improvement initiatives in collaboration with operations managers and team leaders.
• Within the lean manufacturing methodology, develops the capabilities of management and employees, and creates sustainable models for managing daily problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Lead and coach operational leaders to integrate functions across the full value chain, driving initiatives improvements to reduce lead times, improve customer service levels, lower operational costs, and enhance cash flow.
• Develops the team’s continuous improvement capabilities and leads ongoing enhancement of Vertiv’s standards, processes, and methods.
• Work-related travel requirement: 10% - you will be based predominantly across the three plants in Ireland; Burnfoot, Letterkenny and Campsie with some travel to sites in EMEA.
• Coordinates and oversees the daily activities of VOS (operating system) Coordinators and their support staff.
• Ensures alignment with and adherence to VOS specifications and framework; ensures that employees operate in compliance with VOS guidelines.
• Leads the VOS Steering Committee.
• Responsible for managing and implementing policies and procedures.
• Makes decisions with direct impact on company operations and customer outcomes.
• Collaborates regularly with subordinates, customers, and peer groups across various management levels.
• Initiates change and leads performance improvement initiatives.
• Leads and is accountable for VOS-related communication, education, and training.
• Conducts analysis of the local Vertiv site, including operational baselines, financial analysis, and ongoing performance measurement and improvement.
• Works closely with the Regional VOS Leader on the development and deployment of the VOS strategy.
• Ensures consistency of approaches across initiatives and sites.
• Collaborates closely with the General Manager (Plant Manager).
• Working in compliance with international trade rules (ITC).
• Submitting improvement proposals within the continuous improvement system in line with company goals.
• Respecting environmental protection principles.

Qualifications

• Experience in applying and coaching change management, behavior coaching, and performance management methods. Minimum of 3–5 years of experience applying Lean/Six Sigma methodologies.
• Continuous Improvement and Manufacturing Engineering.
• Leadership skills to manage workflow and lead a team.
• Analytical skills, including the use of statistical modeling methods, root cause analysis, and other tools and techniques commonly used to support operational improvements.
• English – fluent.
• MS Office Professional (Excel, Access).