AI & Digital Solutions Specialist – Procurement

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