Senior Manager, Commodity and Sourcing - Aftermarket
Job Number: 9279
External Description:
Carrier Global Corporation, a global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating solutions that matter for people and our planet for generations to come. From the beginning, we've led in inventing new technologies and entirely new industries. Today, we continue to lead because we have a world-class, diverse workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com or follow Carrier on social media at @Carrier.
About this role
The Senior Manager of Commodity Management and Sourcing will lead the Aftermarket Residential HVAC team. Lead the team to negotiate and manage supplier contracts to achieve cost savings and enhance supplier performance while managing cross-functional teams and building collaborative relationships. Lead the team to setting objectives and working with others on executing and implementing supply chain strategy. Responsible for developing and improving commodity management and sourcing to processes to enhance price, quality, timing, and reliability of Carrier outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Category Strategy Development: Develop and execute a comprehensive category strategy for Aftermarket parts, aligned with the organization's overall procurement and business objectives. Conduct market research and analysis to identify new opportunities, potential risks, and emerging trends within the Aftermarket HVAC industry.
Supplier Management: Lead supplier identification, evaluation, selection, and relationship management activities. Establish and maintain strong partnerships with key suppliers to ensure the highest quality, competitive pricing, and timely delivery of steel raw materials, components and products.
Negotiation and Contract Management: Negotiate favorable terms, conditions, and pricing with suppliers. Draft and manage contracts and agreements to protect the organization's interests while promoting mutually beneficial partnerships in a cross functional sourcing environment.
Cost Optimization: Implement cost reduction initiatives and continuously monitor market dynamics to capitalize on cost-saving opportunities within the Aftermarket parts HVAC category without compromising quality.
Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Planning, WHQ Supply Chain, Engineering, Product Development, and Operations, to understand their requirements and ensure alignment between procurement and business objectives.
Supplier Performance Management: Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for suppliers, evaluate their performance regularly, and work collaboratively to address any performance issues.
Team Leadership: Build and lead Aftermarket key global vendors on a high-performing cross functional team of procurement professionals. Provide guidance, strategy, and influence others.
Work Process: Reevaluate and improve the Sourcing actual state of work. Responsible for the management of the full integration with COE (Center of Excellence) and leverage future potential synergies.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
7+ years of experience in strategic supply chain, sourcing , procurement or commodity management
Travel 20%
Preferred Qualifications
Aftermarket strategic sourcing for a global manufacturing organization
MBA
Knowledge on ERP (SAP) system and PBI
Advanced user knowledge in MS Excel
Demonstrated track record of driving significant cost savings through strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier optimization, and contract negotiation.
Strong analytical and market research skills, with the ability to identify and capitalize on market opportunities while mitigating supply chain risks.
Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
English communication (written and verbal)
Presentation skills, able to influence stakeholders at all levels
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Job Number: 30189505
Community / Marketing Title: Senior Manager, Commodity and Sourcing - Aftermarket
Location_formattedLocationLong: North Carolina, US