Junior Global Business Analyst

Location: Bologna, Italy Department: Management- Products and Solutions - Engineering

Who are we?

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.

We are currently seeking a Junior Global Business Analyst to join our dynamic team in Castel Guelfo (BO), Italy!

The Junior Global Business Analyst supports the global Large Power Converter Engineering organization by providing financial and operational analysis to help track costs and budgets. The role serves as the focal point for engineering cost visibility, budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting across all R&D centers and the person acts as the bridge between Engineering, Finance, and senior management.

Working closely with Engineering leadership and with a strong operational partnership with Global Market & Business Analysis Manager, the Business Analyst will support in managing and analyze CapEX and OpEX expenditures, monitor engineering investments, support budget planning cycles.

The position requires close collaboration with global engineering teams located in Bologna (Italy), Pune (India), Shenzhen (China), and Delaware (USA), ensuring consistency, transparency, and accuracy of engineering financial data and reporting across all regions. The role requires a strong combination of business analysis, financial acumen, data management, reporting, and engineering stakeholder coordination.

What kind of work will you be doing?

Support the preparation, consolidation, and tracking of annual CapEX and OpEX budgets for the global engineering organization, by site, program, and project, coordinating data collection and financial reporting activities between Bologna, Pune, Shenzhen, and Delaware engineering teams.

Monitor actual spending versus budget and forecast, identifying variances, trends, risks, and opportunities, and explain variances with root causes and recommended actions.

Track CapEX requests and approvals through to execution, flagging delays, overruns, and unfunded needs early.

Assist in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reviews with Engineering leadership.

Develop and maintain standard dashboards, KPIs, and management reports.

Interactions

The Global Junior Business Analyst interacts regularly with:

Engineering Operations Director and Global Market & Business Analysis Manager

Global R&D and product leaders, and project/program managers, in Bologna, Pune, Shenzhen, and Delaware

The role requires frequent interaction across multiple regions and time zones and the ability to effectively communicate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

What will make you successful?

General understanding of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and business analysis.

Knowledge of CapEX and OpEX management principles and financial controls.

Good data interpretation and reporting capabilities.

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and Microsoft 365 tools.

Ability to translate complex data into clear business insights and executive recommendations.

Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and data accuracy.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Ability to work effectively in a global and multicultural environment.

Fluent English, both written and verbal.

Bachelor's degree in Economics, Engineering Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field.

Master's degree or MBA is considered a plus.

1-3 years of experience in Business Analysis, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Controlling, Program Management, or Engineering Operations is preferred.

Experience supporting global engineering, product development, or technology organizations.

Experience working with multinational teams and cross-functional stakeholders.

Knowledge of engineering project cost structures, resource planning, and R&D budgeting is preferred.

If YOU are the person we are looking for, feel free to apply and let's start drafting your future career in a healthy and growing environment!

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

The anticipated salary range for this role in Italy is between 33.000€ to 40.000€ gross per year (based on a full-time working week). Certain roles may be eligible for variable compensation and benefits. Where applicable, a comprehensive overview of the full benefits package and any additional compensation will be provided during the recruitment process in accordance with local legal requirements. Compensation is determined based on objective, gender-neutral criteria, including skills, experience, and job responsibilities.

The applicable National Collective Bargaining Agreement (CCNL) for this role is Metalmeccanico Industria.

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