Senior Material Planner - Aftermarket Parts

Job Number: 6908

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

HVAC Global Operations (Commercial and Residential) North America is seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Material Planner to join our HVAC Aftermarket Planning Parts team. The Senior Material Planner is responsible for both material planning and procurement activities, and to ensure the seamless flow of materials to meet customer demand. The Senior Material Planner Parts must have a strong background in supply chain management, sound negotiation/communication skills, and the ability to manage supplier relationships effectively.

This is a hybrid (3 days in the office and 3 days from home) in Syracuse NY.

We value our people and offer an extensive benefits package, with financial rewards including health insurance, a retirement savings plan, and also lifestyle support with flexible working and parental leave. Plus, we’ll support your growth with paid-for external training programs and courses.

Key Responsibilities

• Supplier Coordination: Collaborate with suppliers to confirm timely delivery of materials and resolve any supply chain issues
• Material Planning: Develop and implement material planning strategies to guarantee timely availability of materials for customer demand
• Inventory Management: Monitor and manage inventory levels to optimize stock and reduce excess inventory
• Purchasing: Responsible for the purchase order (PO) placement process; support the buying/sourcing team to ensure parts/accessories are quoted/sourced on time
• Data Analysis: Analyze material usage trends and forecast future material requirements
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance material planning and purchasing efficiency
• Reporting: Prepare and present regular reports on material status, inventory levels, purchasing activities, and supply chain performance
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and ethical standards in all purchasing activities

Basic Qualifications

• Associates degree
• 5 + years of experience in material planning in a manufacturing or distribution environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, or business administration
• Master’s degree in supply chain management
• Certification in APICS (Association for Supply Chain Management) or similar
• Proficiency in material planning software and ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or JDE
• Experience with international sourcing, procurement, and purchase orders
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• English communication (verbal & written) and interpersonal skills
• Work independently and as part of a team
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Additional information:

• This position doesn’t support immigration sponsorship.

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Job Number: 30166893

Community / Marketing Title: Senior Material Planner - Aftermarket Parts

Location_formattedLocationLong: New York, US