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Vertiv Holdings · United Kingdom

# EMEA Service Subcontractor Manager

United Kingdom Manager or lead Executive & Management 

Listed on Vertiv Holdings’s official careers site. Posted November 3, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
[Apply on Vertiv Holdings’s careers site →](https://egup.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX/job/20283541)

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## Job description

### POSITION SUMMARY

The Subcontractor Manager is a critical role responsible for building, governing, and optimising Vertiv’s subcontractor network across the EMEA region. This role owns the end-to-end subcontractor lifecycle – from identification and onboarding through to ongoing governance and performance management – ensuring Vertiv maintains a reliable, compliant, and high-performing partner network capable of delivering regional coverage at peak demand.

The role is central to supporting the growth ambitions of Vertiv Services EMEA.

### RESPONSIBILITIES
- Own the identification, evaluation, and selection of new subcontractor partners to expand regional coverage and capability across EMEA Lead the end-to-end onboarding process for new subcontractors, ensuring alignment with Vertiv standards, EHS requirements, and commercial expectations from day one
- Drive the governance framework for all active subcontractors, including regular performance reviews, compliance audits, and continuous improvement plans Own EHS compliance across the subcontractor network – ensure all partners meet Vertiv’s safety standards, hold documented safety expectations, and maintain zero tolerance for repeat non-conformances
- Lead commercial negotiations and contract management with subcontractor partners, ensuring terms are aligned to Vertiv’s financial and operational objectives – maximizing rebates where beneficial
- Drive subcontractor performance through defined KPIs, scorecards, and structured quarterly business reviews
- Build and maintain a scalable subcontractor network that delivers regional coverage and surge capacity during peak demand periods
- Lead cross-functional collaboration with Field Delivery, Quality, Procurement, Legal, and EHS teams to ensure alignment on subcontractor standards and expectations
- Drive continuous improvement across the subcontractor network, raising the bar on quality, safety, and delivery performance
- Ensure all subcontractor documentation, certifications, and contractual records are maintained and audit-ready

### SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

Subcontractor and vendor management expertise Commercial acumen and contract negotiation EHS compliance and safety governance Performance management and KPI-driven decision-making Stakeholder management across multiple functions and geographies Risk assessment and mitigation planning Operational planning and resource optimisation Data-driven reporting and analysis

### QUALIFICATIONS
- Proven experience in subcontractor management, vendor management, or supply chain management within a technical or engineering services environment
- Demonstrated ability to build and scale third-party partner networks across multiple geographies
- Excellent commercial and contract management skills Working knowledge of EHS regulations and safety compliance frameworks
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills Formal qualification in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS Please list all physical and environmental demands that may be performed on a regular basis.

TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED 20% #LI-JF1

## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: Nov 3, 2026
- First seen by OpenNash: Nov 8, 2026
- Last checked: Nov 8, 2026
- Listed for: 5 days
- Location: United Kingdom[Apply on Vertiv Holdings’s careers site →](https://egup.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX/job/20283541)

## Hiring at Vertiv Holdings
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- New in the last 7 days: After two weekly collections
- Tracked since: Jul 10, 2026

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