Continuous Improvement Manager

Join a High-Performance Culture That Drives Innovation and Excellence

At Vertiv, we don’t just hire talent—we cultivate leaders who drive innovation and engage teams to push the limits of what’s possible. As a global leader in critical digital infrastructure, we are scaling up to meet the demands of AI, data centers, and next-gen technology—and we need bold, high-performing individuals like YOU to take us to the next level.

Why Vertiv?

• High-Performance Culture: We empower you to think big, execute with excellence, and deliver impact. Our performance-driven mindset rewards those who challenge the status quo and drive meaningful change. Over 50 CEO Awards are given annually to recognize top talent moving the needle forward.
• Leadership Without Limits: Leadership at Vertiv goes beyond just titles—it’s about accountability, trust, and ownership. Our leaders engage and drive with collaboration, innovation, and customer-centric thinking, setting the foundation for an action-focused culture.
• Limitless Growth & Learning: We believe in continuous development. Whether through rotational programs or high-impact projects, you’ll have the opportunity to expand your expertise and grow your career.
• A Place for Everyone: Our commitment to inclusion ensures that all employee’s unique strengths and perspectives are valued. Your voice matters, your growth is prioritized, and your success is celebrated.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Continuous Improvement Manager based in Mandaluyong, Philippines will drive a culture of continuous improvement across the region by identifying inefficiencies, leading structured improvement projects, coaching teams on problem-solving methodologies, and embedding Lean and Six Sigma practices into daily operations. This role acts as a trusted advisor to regional and site leadership, ensuring sustainable performance gains across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People (SQDCP). The successful candidate will have a strategic mindset with a hands-on approach, to optimize performance and support business growth.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage a pipeline of improvement projects aligned to the strategic priorities, ensuring delivery through structured action tracking.
• Apply structured methodologies (DMAIC, PDCA, A3 Problem Solving) to define problems, measure baselines, analyze root causes, implement solutions, and sustain control.
• Drive waste reduction initiatives target quality, cost, lead time, and productivity improvements.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement by identifying efficiency gains, standardizing processes, and sharing best practices across regions, countries and functions to achieve Strategic objectives.
• Lead and facilitate improvement initiatives across the region through improvement workshops, Kaizen events and Business Process Transformation projects.
• Support the organization’s Lean Six Sigma belt certification program by coaching and mentoring Green Belt and Yellow Belt candidates.
• Coach local teams on performance tools, reporting standards, governance disciplines, and structured problem-solving techniques.
• Mentor employees at all levels to develop a continuous improvement mindset and embed CI into daily work routines.
• Partner with business functions (within and outside of the Services team) to ensure effective service delivery.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification (Black Belt preferred).
• 8+ years of experience in continuous improvement, operational excellence, or process improvement roles.
• Proven track record of leading Kaizen events, DMAIC & Lean projects, and delivering measurable results.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and translate insights into action.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills — ability to engage stakeholders from front-line employees to senior executives.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience in a multi-site, multi-country, or matrixed organisation.
• Project management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent).
• Experience coaching and developing Lean / Six Sigma belt candidates.
• Change management experience or certification (e.g., Prosci, ADKAR).
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage diverse teams across multiple regions.
• Excellent communication, conflict resolution and negotiation skills.

TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED

• 10%

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