Materials Planner - Aftermarket

Carrier; Village of East Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 74,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrier is seeking a Materials Planner for its HVAC Global Operations Aftermarket team in Syracuse, NY. This position involves critical responsibilities such as purchasing, supplier coordination, and material planning to optimize inventory and ensure compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will have an associate degree and at least 3 years of relevant experience, contributing to Carrier's mission of providing intelligent climate solutions.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Flexible working

Paid-for external training programs

Parental leave

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in material planning and purchasing.
• Experience in material planning in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the purchasing process including timely conversion of requisitions to POs.
• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Develop and implement material planning strategies based on customer demand.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or business administration

Master’s degree in supply chain management

Certification in APICS

Tools

SAP

Oracle

JDE

Job description

Country:

United States of America

Location:

CAN01: Carrier-Syracuse, 6304 Carrier Parkway, East Syracuse, NY, 13057 USA

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. For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com or follow Carrier on social media at @Carrier .

About this role

Our HVAC Global Operations Aftermarket team in Syracuse is looking for a Materials Planner – Aftermarket who will be responsible for the aftermarket planning for Residential HVAC units (parts/repairs of compressors).

The Materials Planner – Aftermarket is based out of Syracuse NY and must be able to work onsite 3 days a week.

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Purchasing: Purchase Orders (PO) placement process; ensure the timely conversion of purchase requisitions to PO’s
• Supplier Coordination: Collaborate with suppliers to confirm timely delivery of materials and resolve any supply chain issues; manage supplier(s) relationships relating to “past due” “expedites” and “priority” PO’s
• Material Planning: Develop and implement material planning strategies to guarantee timely availability of materials based on customer(s) demand
• Inventory Management: Monitor and manage inventory levels to optimize stock and reduce excess inventory
• Data Analysis: Analyze material usage trends, run excess inventory reports and push out reports, line of balance reports, analyze backlog review and align with the Purchase orders opened with the suppliers to prioritize the right parts.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance material planning and purchasing efficiency
• Reporting: Prepare and present regular reports on material status, inventory levels, purchasing activities, and supply chain performance
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and ethical standards in all purchasing activities

Basic Qualifications

• Associate degree
• 3+ years of experience in material planning and purchasing

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, or business administration
• Master’s degree in supply chain management
• Certification in APICS (Association for Supply Chain Management) or similar
• Proficiency in material planning software and ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or JDE
• Experience in material planning and purchasing in a manufacturing or distribution environment
• Experience with international/national planning and procurement
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• English communication (verbal & written) and interpersonal skills
• Work independently and as part of a team
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Additional information:

• This position doesn’t support immigration sponsorship

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Pay Range:

$74,181 - $130,206 Annually

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 the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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