Sourcing Specialist, New Product Introduction
Job Number: 7042
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
The New Product Introduction (NPI) Sourcing Specialist is responsible for souring and procurement activities that ensure on-time and on-cost launch of new programs; works effectively with program managers and suppliers to achieve successful phase in and phase out deadlines while meeting material excess and obsolete (E&O) targets; develop and maintain excellent supplier relationships and implement sourcing strategies to continuously improve supply chain resiliency.
Key Responsibilities
Project manage supplier activities in support of program milestones and production launch
Track material forecasts and project timelines to ensure alignment on phase in and phase out activities
Determine inventory stocking and logistics strategies for suppliers with lead times longer than market driven customer lead time requirements
Prepare and process request for quotations, requisitions and purchase orders
Integrate global category strategies with program deliverables
Implement process improvement initiatives to streamline NPI supply chain responsibilities
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
4+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement or supply chain
Preferred Qualifications
Project management skills
New Product Introduction program experience
Strong negotiating skills related to contracts and pricing
Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment
Experience in the manufacturing industry, OEM, and supply chain management
Our unique environment needs strong written and verbal communication skills
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Job Number: 30169139
Community / Marketing Title: Sourcing Specialist, New Product Introduction
Location_formattedLocationLong: Georgia, US