Senior Strategic Planning Manager, SEA

Position Summary: The Manager of Strategy, SEA, will lead the development and execution of Vertiv SEA’s Go-to-Market (GTM) strategy, driving strategic planning, organizational alignment, and growth initiatives to enhance market leadership and deliver sustainable business growth. The role is responsible for shaping the strategic agenda, assessing market and investment opportunities, leading high-impact strategic projects, and ensuring alignment with regional and corporate priorities. The manager will work closely with the Emerging Markets (GEMs), Malaysia and Singapore Leadership Team, especially Country Head – Emerging Markets, MY and SG, Regional Strategy, and Global Strategy counterparts to support GTM effectiveness, growth acceleration, and long-term strategic positioning. The role includes leading partnership strategy, identifying and evaluating potential partners, and managing partnership projects end-to-end. Key responsibilities: • Lead GTM Strategy: Support and lead the development and execution of the Vertiv SEA Go-to-Market strategy, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and regional priorities. • Drive Growth Initiatives: Lead both organic and inorganic growth initiatives to accelerate business expansion across SEA. • Own Strategic Initiatives: Take strategic initiatives from conception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and measurable outcomes. • Present to Leadership: Deliver findings, insights, and recommendations to senior leadership to inform decision-making. • Lead Partnership Strategy: Assist in Developing and leading partnership strategy and projects, identifying and evaluating potential partners. • Manage Partnership Development: Manage partnership development end-to-end, from identification through to execution and ongoing management. • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with SEA Leadership, Regional Strategy, and Global Strategy teams to ensure strategic alignment. • Business Reviews: Prepare and lead Quarterly Business Reviews, Monthly Business Reviews, and strategy reviews. • Market Intelligence: Lead market intelligence efforts, conducting market and competitive analysis to inform strategic direction. • Drive Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance strategic effectiveness. • Track & Report Progress: Track and report progress of strategic initiatives, ensuring visibility and accountability. WHS, Environment & Quality: • Comply with all Work, Health & Safety, Environment and Quality obligations • Actively promote safety in the workplace Employees reporting to Incumbent : N/A Main contacts within Company • GEMs, MY, and SG Leadership Team • Regional Strategy Team • Global Strategy Team • Sales Leadership • Finance Team • Product Management • Marketing Main contacts outside the Company • Potential and existing strategic partners • Market analysts and consultants Specialist Knowledge: • 5–7 years of relevant experience in strategy, consulting, or related fields • Strong analytical and strategic thinking • Experience with ERP systems (Oracle preferred) • Proficient in Microsoft Office; Power BI preferred • Expertise in creating executive-level PowerPoint presentations and written content Practical Experience: • Strategy development and execution • Market and competitive analysis • Partnership development and management • Business case development and presentation to senior leadership • Cross-functional collaboration in a matrixed environment Education/Qualification: • Bachelor's degree required (MBA preferred) • Finance degree is a plus Personal Attributes: • Strong communication skills in English • Strategic thinker with analytical rigor • Proactive and self-directed • Collaborative and able to influence across functions • Results-oriented with strong project management discipline 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 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 $6.9 billion in revenue, a strong customer base and global reach spanning over 130 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people. Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. 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