Plant Execution Project Manager

Vertiv Co; Tognana; On-site; EUR 53,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv Piove di Sacco is seeking a Plant Execution Project Manager to drive BOM activation and ensure on-time delivery of internal and customer builds. You will collaborate with NPDI/ETO, buyers, planners, and operations to align schedules and optimize material flow.

The role requires 5–7 years in manufacturing project management, strong BOM knowledge, and experience with ERP systems. A PMP and Lean Six Sigma are preferred, with a focus on continuous improvement and team leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field required.
• 5–7 years minimum experience in project management within manufacturing or product development.
• PMI-PMP and Lean Six Sigma certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Plant Execution Team to activate BOMs, coordinate with NPDI/ETO, and drive on-time delivery of prototypes and builds.
• Manage build schedules, track material availability, and report risks to leadership.
• Drive continuous improvement in BOM activation speed and establish standard handoff processes.

Skills

PM/Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Agile/scrum

BOM management

ERP systems

MS Office (Excel/Project)

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Advanced degree preferred

PMP certification preferred

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Project

ERP software

Job description

Who are we?

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 currently seeking aPlant Execution Project Managerto join our dynamic team in Piove di Sacco (PD), Italy!

The Plant Execution Team (PET) Project Manager will receive objectives from the Plant Manager and actively engage with NPDI/ETO Project Managers, Buyers, Planners, Procurement, Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, and Plant Operations teams engaged on the projects to be launched by the PET. The goal is to ensure on-time delivery of all prototype and customer builds by driving rapid and accurate bill of materials activation and execution

What kind of work will you be doing?

• Lead the Plant Execution Team to activate and order bills of materials, coordinate with NPDI and ETO teams, and drive on-time delivery of internal engineering prototypes, manufacturing prototypes, and customer builds. Host daily standups and execute 2 week sprints using Agile methods to deliver activation, ordering, and builds on time with quality. Drive team behaviors and culture to break through perceived barriers and/or process issues to deliver ON TIME to our customers needs – establish a culture of delivering on time. Eliminate siloed behaviors and have team function as one serving the needs of our customers.
• Manage build schedules, track material availability, identify and resolve material and process bottlenecks, and report build status, risks, and escalations to leadership.
• Drive continuous improvement in bill of materials activation speed and accuracy and develop standard processes for plant execution handoffs from product development to plant teams.

What will make you successful?

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or a closely related field, or equivalent required
• Advanced degree preferred but not required
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred
• Lean Six Sigma certification preferred
• 5-7 years minimum of experience in project management within manufacturing, plant operations, or product development environments
• Strong understanding of bill of materials structure, activation, and procurement processes
• Experience working with New Product Development and Introduction (NPDI) or Engineer-to-Order (ETO) processes
• Experience with Agile sprints/scrum master preferred
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive accountability for on-time delivery
• Strong communication skills to coordinate across product development, supply chain, procurement, and plant operations teams
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent builds with competing priorities and tight timelines
• Strong problem-solving skills to identify and resolve material and process bottlenecks quickly
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office required (including Excel and Project)
• Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems required
• Self-starter capable of taking high-level objectives and converting them into detailed execution plans

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

The anticipated salary range for this role in Piove di Sacco, (PD) is between 53.000€ to 65.000€ gross per year (based on a full-time working week). Certain roles may be eligible for variable compensation and benefits. Where applicable, a comprehensive overview of the full benefits package and any additional compensation will be provided during the recruitment process in accordance with local legal requirements. Compensation is determined based on objective, gender-neutral criteria, including skills, experience, and job responsibilities.

The applicable National Collective Bargaining Agreement (CCNL) for this role is Metalmeccanico Industria.

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 [e-mail]. If you are interested in applying or learning more about this role, please visit the company’s career page located on Vertiv.com/Careers