Financial Planning and Analysis Program Manager

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.

We are seeking an experienced FP&A Senior Program Manager , based in Tognana , to drive process improvement initiatives within the EMEA FP&A functions in alignment with Global FP&A requirements and Vertiv Operating System (VOS).

This strategic role will focus on enhancing FP&A capabilities, implementing VOS best practices, and ensuring operational excellence across EMEA region while supporting the FP&A Director EMEA in reporting, planning, and consolidation activities.

Responsibilities :

• Support the deployment and implementation of VOS within FP&A functions across EMEA
• Drive standardization of FP&A processes in accordance Global FP&A strategies of Vertiv
• Partner with FP&A Director EMEA on reporting, planning, and consolidation activities
• Ensure adherence of FP&A EMEA to global FP&A processes
• Coordinate with Finance Managers to maintain consistent financial management information
• Lead process improvement initiatives
• Monitor and evaluate FP&A operations for compliance with Vertiv standards
• Facilitate knowledge sharing of VOS best practices globally and across the region

Required Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• 8+ years of FP&A experience in B2B environment
• Strong understanding of operational excellence and process standardization
• Experience in implementing operational systems and methodologies
• Advanced financial modeling and analysis skills
• Proven track record in process improvement and change management capabilities
• Excellent project management and stakeholder communication skills
• Experience working in complex matrix organizations

Technical Skills :

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Experience with Oracle Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) preferred
• Process mapping and Lean Six Sigma knowledge
• Expert-level data mining and analysis capabilities
• Ability to thrive in ambiguous situations and manage uncertainty
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Outstanding communication skills (written, numerical, and visual)
• Strong business acumen with profit-driven mindset
• Proven experience in international and culturally diverse environments
• Strong influencing and negotiation skills

Key Behaviors :

• Strong project management capabilities
• Demonstrates curiosity and critical thinking
• Shows empathy and stakeholder awareness
• Exhibits creativity and innovative problem-solving

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

OUR BEHAVIORS

• Own It
• Act With Urgency
• Foster a Customer-First Mindset
• Think Big and Execute
• Lead by Example
• 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 If you are interested in applying or learning more about this role, please visit the company’s career page located on Vertiv.com / Careers

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