Sr SC Network Strategist

Job Number: 3496

External Description:

Carrier is the leading global provider of healthy, safe and sustainable building and cold chain solutions with a world-class, diverse workforce with business segments covering HVAC, refrigeration, and fire and security. We make modern life possible by delivering safer, smarter and more sustainable services that make a difference to people and our planet while revolutionizing industry trends. This is why we come to work every day. Join us and we can make a difference together.

About this role

As a Supply Chain Network Strategy Specialist, you will be responsible for developing and implementing an optimized supply chain network strategy that aligns with the company's overall business objectives. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including operations, logistics, procurement, and finance, to design and execute a robust and efficient supply chain network that meets customer demands while minimizing costs and risks.

Key Responsibilities

• Supply Chain Network Design: Analyze current supply chain infrastructure, including manufacturing facilities, distribution centers, transportation routes, and inventory locations. Evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of the existing network and identify opportunities for improvement. Develop and implement a future-state network design that maximizes operational efficiency, enhances customer service levels, and minimizes total landed costs.
• Network Optimization: Utilize advanced modeling and simulation tools to analyze various scenarios, such as changing customer demand patterns, new market entry, or shifts in sourcing strategies. Optimize the supply chain network to ensure flexibility, scalability, and resilience in response to changing market dynamics.
• Cost and Risk Analysis: Conduct comprehensive cost analysis, including transportation costs, warehousing expenses, inventory carrying costs, and overall network operating costs. Identify opportunities to reduce costs through network optimization, consolidation, or outsourcing. Evaluate and mitigate risks associated with the supply chain network, such as single points of failure, geopolitical instability, or natural disasters.
• Collaboration and Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including operations, procurement, sales, and finance, to understand their requirements and incorporate them into the network design. Engage with external partners, such as suppliers, carriers, and service providers, to ensure alignment and coordination in executing the supply chain network strategy.
• Performance Measurement and Continuous Improvement: Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor and evaluate the performance of the supply chain network. Regularly analyze network performance data to identify improvement opportunities and implement corrective actions. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction.
• Work closely with Commodity Sourcing Team to ensure partner selection is being optimized to support product requirements.
• An entrepreneurial and creative approach to developing new, innovative ideas that will stretch the organization and push the boundaries within the industry.
• The ability to effectively balance the desire/need for broad change with an understanding of how much change the organization is capable of handling, to create realistic goals and implementation plans that are achievable and successful.
• The ability to persevere in the face of challenges and exhibit a steadfast resolve and relentless commitment to higher standards, which commands respect from followers.
• Naturally connects and builds strong relationships with others, demonstrating strong emotional intelligence and an ability to communicate clearly and persuasively.
• An ability to inspire trust and followership in others through compelling influence, powerful charisma, passion in their beliefs, and active drive.
• Encourages others to share the spotlight and visibly celebrates and supports the success of the team.
• Integrates economic, societal, and environmental factors into a purpose-driven strategy, turning sustainability into a competitive advantage.
• Sets audacious business and sustainability goals, driving concerted action and investments, and stays the course in the face of setbacks or push-back from short-term oriented stakeholders.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5+ years of experience in Supply Chain Management

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
• Proficiency in supply chain modeling and optimization tools, such as network design software or simulation software.
• Familiarity with supply chain management systems (e.g., ERP, WMS) and optimization software (e.g., Llamasoft, IBM ILOG CPLEX) is a plus.
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners.
• Knowledge of industry best practices and emerging trends in supply chain management.
• Familiarity with relevant regulations, compliance standards, and risk management practices.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and changing business environment.

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Community / Marketing Title: Sr SC Network Strategist

Location_formattedLocationLong: Florida, US