Material Planner, SIOP

Carrier Global Corporation; City of Syracuse (NY); Hybrid; USD 79,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

Life Insurance

HSA / Health Savings Account

Job summary

Carrier Global Corporation is seeking a Sr Aftermarket Material Planner to lead the internal supply planning team within HVAC Planning. You will drive material planning and procurement, align with engineering and production, and ensure smooth material flow to meet customer demand.

The role requires strong supply chain leadership, experience defining material planning strategies, and effective supplier relationship management. A hybrid schedule and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of material planning or supply chain management experience (or 5+ with Associate’s, or 3+ with Bachelor’s).
• Experience with ERP and planning software; ability to translate requirements into actionable plans.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills; effective supplier collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute material planning strategies for aftermarket modifications and upgrades.
• Collaborate with engineering, program management, procurement, and production to translate upgrade requirements into material plans.
• Forecast and manage long-lead and critical-path components to ensure on-time delivery for upgrade events.
• Optimize inventory levels for upgrade kits and modification packages using MRP/ERP systems.
• Negotiate with suppliers for capacity and delivery schedules; mitigate supply risks.
• Monitor milestones and adjust plans for engineering changes or schedule shifts.
• Lead continuous improvement to reduce excess inventory and improve on-time delivery.

Skills

Power BI

Excel

Microsoft 365

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher (related field)

Associate’s degree in related field

High School Diploma/GED with experience

Tools

SAP

Oracle

JD Edwards (JDE)

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 HVAC Aftermarket Team is seeking a skilled and experienced Sr Aftermarket Material Planner to join our HVAC Planning team. The Sr Aftermarket Material Planner is responsible for leading the internal supply planning team which focuses on both the material planning and procurement activities and works to ensure the seamless flow of materials to meet customer demand. This person must have a strong background in supply chain management, experience defining material planning and inventory strategies, the ability to manage supplier relationships effectively, and strong people leadership skills.

We value our people and offer an extensive benefits package, with financial rewards including health insurance, 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. This role offers a flexible hybrid schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and executematerial planning strategiesfor aftermarket modifications, retrofits, and upgrade programs—balancing cost, lead time, and availability.
• Collaborate closely withengineering, program management, procurement, and production teamsto translate technical upgrade requirements into actionable material plans.
• Forecast and managelong-lead and critical-path components to ensure on-time delivery for scheduled upgrade events.
• Optimize inventory levels for upgrade kits and modification packages, leveragingMRP/ERP systemsto maintain accuracy and efficiency.
• Partner with suppliers to secure capacity, negotiate delivery schedules, and mitigate supply risks for specialized or obsolete parts.
• Monitor project milestones and proactively adjust material plans to accommodate engineering changes, customer requests, or schedule shifts.
• Leadcontinuous improvement initiatives to streamline aftermarket material flows, reduce excess inventory, and improve on-time delivery

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED with 8+ Years of Experience in material planning or supply chain management OR Associate’s Degree with 5+ Years of Experience in material planning or supply chain management OR Bachelor’s Degree with 3+ Years of experience in material planning or supply chain management

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or MBA
• Certification in APICS (Association for Supply Chain Management) or similar
• Strong experience with Power BI, Excell and Microsoft 365
• Proficiency in material planning software and ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or JDE
• Experience with international sourcing and procurement
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make informed decisions.
• English communication (verbal & written) and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Additional information

• Sponsorship is not supported for this position

Pay Range

The annual salary for this position is between $79,000.00 - $158,000.00 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 may be 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 fromJobPosting Date: 12 October 2026

Use of AI

Technology-enabled tools may support parts of the recruitment process, with oversight by people.