Assoc Dir, Indirect Procurement

Energie Gestalter; Florida; On-site; USD 143,000 - 286,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Benefits

Wellness incentives

Retirement Benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Carrier is seeking an Indirect Procurement Leader for the CSA segment to own MRO and Fleet category strategies and drive global sourcing initiatives. You will lead RFx events, supplier sourcing, negotiation, and KPI governance, aligning with CSA operations and the broader procurement governance framework.

The role reports to the CSA Segment Procurement Leader, manages ~10 professionals, and requires travel up to 15% domestically and internationally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 7+ years in procurement, category management or supply chain.
• 3+ years leading or managing a team in a matrixed org.
• 3+ years in procurement processes, contract negotiation, spend analytics, supplier performance management, RFx execution.
• 3+ years developing category strategies and driving cost savings.

Responsibilities

• Develop and own multi-year category strategy for MRO and Fleet within CSA.
• Lead RFx events, supplier sourcing and contract negotiations for MRO and Fleet.
• Develop supplier segmentation to maximize leverage and drive cost productivity.
• Establish and track KPIs and SLAs with CSA operations and supply chain teams.

Skills

Procurement experience

Team leadership

RFx execution

Category strategy

Supplier negotiations

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ERP systems

Spend analytics

Contract lifecycle management

Job description

About Carrier

Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting-edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control, air quality and transportation, we improve lives, empower critical industries and ensure safe transport of food, lifesaving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902, we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share. We continue to lead because of our world-class, inclusive workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com or follow on Carrier social media at @Carrier.

About This Role

The Indirect Procurement Leader — CSA Segment serves as the primary liaison between the CSA (Climate & Solutions Americas) business unit and the Global Indirect Procurement organization. This role reports to the CSA Segment Procurement Leader and partners directly with the Head of Global Indirect Procurement to execute global sourcing strategies and category initiatives while ensuring they align with CSA's operational priorities and business model. The role owns the development and execution of category strategy for MRO (~$120M) and Fleet (~$80M) spend, totaling approximately $200M in annual indirect procurement. For all other indirect spend categories (Professional Services, Contingent Labor, Travel, Digital & Telecommunications, Real Estate/IFM), the leader supports and executes globally-developed strategies and standards established by global category leaders, ensuring consistent application and value realization within CSA. The leader manages a team of ~10 category and sourcing professionals, acts as a strategic bridge between segment operations and the global procurement function, participates in global category councils and strategy reviews, and drives value creation, risk management, and ESG objectives across CSA's entire indirect spend portfolio. This position requires deep understanding of both CSA's operational needs and the broader global procurement strategy and governance framework.

MRO & Fleet Category Strategy & Ownership

Develop and own the multi-year category strategy for MRO (~$120M) and Fleet (~$80M) within CSA, aligned with segment operational needs and Carrier's global sourcing standards and value realization targets. Lead RFx events, supplier sourcing, and contract negotiations for MRO and Fleet categories, ensuring favorable commercial terms, SLAs, and service levels that support CSA operations. Develop supplier segmentation and consolidation strategies to maximize leverage, drive cost productivity, and improve supply chain resilience within CSA. Establish and track MRO and Fleet KPIs and SLAs (cost, quality, on-time delivery, innovation), partnering with CSA operations and supply chain teams on performance and continuous improvement.

Global Category Strategy Execution & Support

Support and execute global category strategies developed by the Global Indirect Procurement Leader and category teams for Professional Services, Contingent Labor, Travel, Digital & Telecommunications, and Real Estate/IFM spend. Translate global category standards, sourcing approaches, and supplier contracts to CSA context, ensuring consistent policy application while maintaining segment flexibility. Participate in global category councils, strategy reviews, and steering committees, providing CSA market insights, operational requirements, and performance data to inform enterprise-wide category initiatives. Drive adoption of global sourcing initiatives, best practices, and digital enablement tools within CSA, ensuring value realization and operational alignment.

Segment Operations Partnership & Liaison

Serve as the primary procurement liaison for CSA Operations, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Engineering, understanding and translating segment business requirements to procurement strategy. Partner with CSA Finance and Supply Chain on budget planning, demand forecasting, inventory management, and cost tracking for the ~$200M procurement portfolio. Manage CSA-specific supplier relationships and performance, resolving escalations and ensuring service levels meet operational commitments.

Spend & Supplier Governance

Oversee procurement governance and compliance for all CSA indirect spend (~$200M), ensuring adherence to Carrier procurement policies, financial controls, and regulatory requirements. Establish and monitor category KPIs, spending trends, and supplier performance metrics, escalating risks and opportunities to CSA Segment Procurement Leader and global category teams. Proactively manage supplier risk, business continuity, and cybersecurity exposures within the CSA supply base.

Team Leadership & Talent Development

Lead, coach, and develop a team of ~10 MRO, Fleet, and category execution specialists across CSA. Establish clear performance expectations, provide ongoing coaching, and create structured career development and succession plans. Foster a high-performing procurement culture aligned with Carrier values: accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and customer focus.

Risk, Compliance & ESG

Ensure compliance with Carrier procurement policies, financial controls, regulatory requirements, and ethical sourcing standards across all CSA indirect spend. Embed sustainability, ESG, diversity, and responsible sourcing objectives into CSA procurement strategies and supplier engagement, supporting Carrier's corporate sustainability reporting.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• 7+ years of progressive experience in procurement, category management, or supply chain operations
• 3+ years of experience leading or managing a team in a matrixed organizations, balancing multiple stakeholder needs and reporting relationships in a procurement, supply chain, or operations capacity
• 3+ years of experience in procurement processes, contract negotiation, spend analytics, supplier performance management, and RFx execution
• 3+ years of experience developing category strategies, driving cost savings and value realization, and executing supplier sourcing initiatives
• Ability to travel approximately 15%, domestically and internationally

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or Finance
• Professional certification such as CPSM, CSCP, or MCIPS
• Expertise in MRO, parts, or fleet management
• Experience in a global manufacturing or industrial multinational environment
• Experience managing procurement functions in a global, matrixed organization
• Familiarity with procurement technology platforms (ERP systems, spend analytics tools, contract lifecycle management)
• Experience with sustainability, ESG sourcing, or supplier diversity programs
• Experience driving procurement transformation, digital enablement, or process improvement initiatives

Pay Range

The annual salary for this position is between $143,000.00 - $286,000.00 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include, but are not limited to, skills, education, experience, and other unique qualifications of the successful candidate. The pay range will not be below the minimum wage applicable to the jurisdiction in which the applicant is to be employed.

Other Compensation

This position is entitled to short-term cash incentives, subject to plan requirements.

Benefits

• Health Care Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Wellness incentives
• Retirement Benefits
• Time off and Leave: Paid vacation days, up to 15 days; paid sick days, up to 5 days; paid personal leave, up to 5 days; paid holidays, up to 13 days; birth and adoption leave; parental leave; family and medical leave; bereavement leave; jury duty leave; military leave; purchased vacation
• Disability: Short-term and long-term disability
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• Tax-Advantaged Accounts: Health Savings Account; Health Care Spending Account; Dependent Care Spending Account
• Tuition Assistance

Carrier EEO Statement and Accommodations Process

Carrier is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status or any other applicable state or federal protected class. Carrier provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with section 503 of Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, participate in an interview, or otherwise engage in the hiring process, please contact us at [e-mail]. We will make every effort to meet your needs in accordance with applicable laws.

Application Deadline

Applications will be accepted for at least 3 days from Job Posting Date: 25 September 2026

Work With Us | Carrier Corporate

At Carrier we make modern life possible by delivering groundbreaking systems and services that help homes, buildings and shipping become safer, smarter and more sustainable. We exceed the expectations of our customers by anticipating industry trends, working tirelessly to master and revolutionize them. Our team of approximately 56,000 dedicated individuals continues to mold industry standards by pursuing the latest research and developments to improve the lives of our customers. We’re constantly growing, seeking out talented, likeminded people who are committed to our primary duty: to be the world’s first choice in security, shipping and HVAC technology.