Plant Controller

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 a dynamic and hands-on Plant Controller to serve as financial leader at our manufacturing facility specializing in datacenter infrastructure solutions. This strategic role combines financial leadership with operational oversight, requiring significant shop floor presence to drive business performance and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic & Operational Leadership: Maintain regular shop floor presence to understand processes, identify improvement opportunities, and build strong relationships with operations teams
• Strategic & Operational Leadership: Lead cross-functional initiatives to drive operational efficiency and cost optimization
• Strategic & Operational Leadership: Participate in strategic planning and execution of plant transformation projects
• Financial Leadership: Translate shop floor observations into actionable financial insights and improvement initiatives
• Financial Leadership: Develop and monitor KPIs that bridge operational and financial performance
• Financial Leadership: Lead cost reduction programs through direct engagement with production teams
• Financial Leadership: Ensure robust financial controls while maintaining operational flexibility
• Operational Excellence: Partner with operations leaders to optimize production processes and resource utilization
• Operational Excellence: Drive lean manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement projects
• Operational Excellence: Lead value stream mapping exercises to identify waste and improvement opportunities
• Operational Excellence: Actively participate in production meetings and problem-solving sessions
• Stakeholder Relationship Management: Develop strategic partnerships with key vendors and suppliers to optimize costs and ensure operational excellence
• Stakeholder Relationship Management: Engage with customers through site visits and audits, demonstrating our operational capabilities and financial stability
• Stakeholder Relationship Management: Foster positive relationships with local authorities and community leaders to support plant operations and future growth
• Stakeholder Relationship Management: Represent the plant in industry associations, local business and community forums and regulatory bodies

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; MBA preferred
• CPA certification preferred
• 7+ years of progressive finance experience in manufacturing, with demonstrated operational involvement
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies
• Proven experience in both financial management and operations leadership
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing change initiatives
• Excellent understanding of manufacturing processes and shop floor operations
• Strong presence and ability to effectively communicate with all organizational levels
• Proven track record in stakeholder management and relationship building
• Experience in union environments and contract negotiations
• Strong diplomatic skills and ability to navigate complex stakeholder landscapes

Key Competencies

• Hands-on leadership style with willingness to spend significant time on the shop floor
• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking capabilities
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with tactical execution
• Strong change management and team development skills
• Comfort with ambiguity and ability to operate in a fast-paced environment
• Excellence in relationship building and stakeholder management
• Cultural awareness and ability to operate in diverse environments
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Public speaking and external representation capabilities

Location: Burnfoot or Letterkenny, Ireland or Campsie, Northern Ireland

Position Type: Full-time

Reports to: Regional Finance Operations Director

This role offers an excellent opportunity for a finance leader who wants to expand their impact beyond traditional financial management and play a key role in driving overall plant performance.