Category Manager (Manufacturing)

Carrier; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrier is seeking a seasoned Category Manager to drive supply chain initiatives and cost-reduction programs across multiple business units. You will lead a category team, manage complex projects with stakeholders, collaborate with Finance on spend analyses and annual planning to improve margins, and influence cross-functional teams to implement strategic changes.

This role is based in Singapore. Required: 5+ years in supply chain project management and a Bachelor's degree in supply chain or

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience in supply chain project management.
• Advanced business knowledge and leadership capability.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently and collaboratively.
• Demonstrated project management skills and experience.
• Strong business acumen in Inventory, Revenue, Units and Margin.

Responsibilities

• Oversee cost reduction projects and implement with PMO.
• Support NPI/Outsourcing projects.
• Monitor and close identified processes.
• Identify opportunities for cost reductions.
• Drive the Category team to meet productivity targets.
• Engage regional PMO and Category leaders.
• Perform spend data analysis across business segments.
• Collaborate with Finance on yearly STD update.

Skills

Supply chain management

Project management

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Build a career with confidence! Carrier Global Corporation, 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.

About The Role

Seasoned professional contributor in Supply Chain Management. Manage projects for supply chain management. Works to achieve day-to-day objectives with major impact on Supply Chain Cost reduction target and operational goals. Work with the main stakeholders to identify cost opportunities. Works to influence other functions/vendors to support Supply Chain strategy.

Key Responsibilities

As a Category Manager, you’ll be responsible for:

• Supports senior management across Supply Chain disciplines to identify gaps in processes and implementations.
• Oversee cost reduction projects and work with Container PMO to implement the projects
• NPI/Outsourcing Projects implementation
• Supports implementation of identified processes and monitors to closure.
• Supports identification of opportunities for cost reductions.
• Drive the Category team to meet the Material Productivity Target
• Responsible for Productivity Savings Report and data analysis.
• Engage support Regional PMO and Category leaders
• Spend data analysis for different business segments
• Work with Finance on the Yearly STD update and identify gaps
• Other support
  • Monthly Operation Review and Material Productivity Review
  • Quarterly Business Review
  • Annual Plan and Long-Range Plan

Requirements

We are looking for people who are good in Supply Chain Management. If this is you, get in touch.

As a Minimum You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or Equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience in Supply Chain (Project Management)
• Advanced business knowledge, general management, and leadership capability to lead business or functional teams.
• Action oriented, results driven with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently, collaboratively, and effectively manage multiple projects at the same time.
• Demonstrated effective project management skills and experience.
• Strong business acumen specific to Inventory, Revenue, Units, and Margin.

Carrier is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.