[Remote] Internal Audit Operations Specialist
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Vertiv is a company on a mission to empower the people that will power the future, providing products and solutions that keep the world connected. They are seeking an Internal Audit Operations Specialist to conduct operational site audits and enhance internal controls across their global manufacturing footprint, delivering risk management services and promoting operational excellence.
Responsibilities
- Independently and objectively plan and execute audits in accordance with professional auditing standards and GRO methodology
- Collaborate closely with functional management (e.g., Quality, Engineering, Procurement) to understand business priorities and emerging risks
- Lead operational site audits covering the following areas: Procurement and sourcing, Logistics and distribution, Manufacturing and production planning, Engineering and change management, Inventory, materials, and warehouse management, Quality process controls
- Evaluate the design and effectiveness of controls related to product quality, on-time delivery, cost control, safety, and regulatory compliance
- Serve as a trusted advisor to site management, delivering recommendations that drive efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance internal controls
- Conduct and lead SIOP maturity assessments and special projects
- Communicate results of audit and consulting projects in a clear and concise manner that is aligned with the audience
- Provide direct assistance in supporting global SOX audits
- Comply with internal policies, procedures, and practices
- Other duties as assigned
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, supply chain, operations management, or similar
- 3+ years of experience in internal audit, quality, or operations in global manufacturing environment
- Understanding of manufacturing operations, lean/Six Sigma, and operational KPIs
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Comfortable working in demanding environments
- Strong critical thinking skills
- Familiarity with global standards such as ISO 9001, CMMI, and EHS frameworks is highly desirable
- Certifications preferred (CIA, CSCP, etc.)
- Proficiency with analytics tools (e.g., ACL, Power BI, Tableau) a plus
- Oracle financial module familiarity is a plus
- Big 4 and/or public accounting experience is a plus
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