About this role
Join a High-Performance Culture That Drives Innovation and Excellence Position Summary The AI & Digital Solutions Specialist will be a strategic partner to the Americas Procurement team, driving digital transformation through the development and deployment of AI-powered tools and automation solutions. This role will focus on enhancing procurement agility, data-driven decision-making, and operational efficiency by leveraging advanced analytics, machine learning, and intelligent automation.
The ideal candidate will be a hands-on innovator with strong coding and AI expertise, capable of translating complex procurement challenges into scalable digital solutions. This role requires cross-functional collaboration, independent initiative, and a deep understanding of procurement systems and data. Key Responsibilities
• Design and implement AI-powered analytics tools to optimize procurement insights. • Develop machine learning models to identify trends, predict risks, and support strategic sourcing. • Automate routine procurement tasks (e.g., spend analysis, vendor performance tracking) to reduce manual effort and errors. • Ensure data integrity, accuracy, and security in AI models and analytics platforms. • Lead the development and enhancement of digital tools and processes across procurement systems. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for digital innovation. • Integrate data from multiple sources (Oracle EBS, Power BI, SharePoint, etc.) for unified reporting and analysis. • Perform advanced data analysis to support KPI tracking, cost optimization, and risk mitigation. • Create dashboards and reports that provide real-time insights and predictive analytics. • Scope, define, and implement digital projects aligned with procurement priorities. • Facilitate stakeholder engagement and ensure adoption of new tools and processes. • Develop training materials, user guides, and testing scenarios to support solution rollout.
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Computer Science, Supply Chain Management, or related field. • Minimum 4 years of experience in analytics, digital transformation, or AI development. • Proven experience in developing and deploying machine learning models. • Coding proficiency in Python, R, SQL, or other relevant languages. • Advanced proficiency in Power BI, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint. • Experience with Oracle EBS or similar ERP systems is a plus. • Strong problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills. • Ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Preferred Skills & Attributes
• Familiarity with procurement processes and KPIs. • Experience with cloud-based AI platforms (e.g., Azure ML, AWS SageMaker). • Knowledge of natural language processing (NLP) and generative AI applications. • Agile project management experience. • Passion for innovation and continuous improvement.
Work Environment & Travel Primarily office-based; may be sedentary for extended periods.
No travel required.
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
• Think Big and Execute • Act With Urgency • Own It • Drive Continuous Improvement • Promote Transparent and Open Communication • Learn and Seek Out Development • Foster a Customer-First Mindset • Lead by Example