Procurement Specialist

Copeland LP; Town of Sidney (NY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & vision coverage

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Copeland LP, a global climate technologies company, is seeking a Procurement Specialist to support supplier onboarding, readiness for new platforms, and cross-functional program execution with engineering, operations, and procurement teams. This entry-level role offers hybrid work after onboarding, with in-office days to build collaboration.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in a related field and 0–3 years of experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and a willingness to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.
• 0-3 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, operations, manufacturing, or project coordination.

Responsibilities

• Support supplier onboarding and readiness activities for new platforms across quality, capacity, cost, and delivery.
• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers aligned with business needs and industry requirements.
• Assist in sourcing activities for new programs, including supplier research and documentation.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Excel proficiency

Team collaboration

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

About Us

We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead. Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today!

The Procurement Specialist will support development and growth of the supply base supporting Copeland's next generation of strategic platforms. This role provides an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional to gain experience working across sourcing, engineering, operations, and supplier quality teams to help ensure suppliers are prepared to support new product launches and business growth initiatives. The successful candidate will assist with supplier readiness activities, support new product introduction (NPI) programs, and contribute to building a reliable supply base that supports strategic business objectives. This position offers exposure to procurement, supplier development, project coordination, and cross-functional collaboration while developing foundational supply chain and sourcing expertise.

Responsibilities

Supplier Readiness & Program Support

Support supplier onboarding and readiness activities for new platforms, ensuring readiness across quality, capacity, cost, and delivery.

Assist in maintaining sourcing-related program timelines, milestones, and risk mitigation plans.

Partner with engineering, operations, and procurement teams to understand technical requirements and supplier capabilities.

Participate in cross-functional program meetings and follow up on assigned actions to support successful program execution.

Supply Base Development

Assist in identifying and evaluating potential suppliers that align with business and technology needs.

Support supplier capability assessments and readiness reviews.

Help gather and analyze supplier information related to capacity, performance, and capabilities.

Collaborate with Supplier Quality, Commodity Management, and Advanced Manufacturing teams on supplier improvement initiatives.

Strategic Sourcing Support

Support sourcing activities for new programs, including supplier research, supplier selection processes, and data analysis.

Assist in developing and maintaining supplier databases and sourcing documentation.

Participate in cost analysis and supplier engagement activities during product development.

Support commodity teams in executing sourcing strategies and procurement initiatives.

Risk Management & Reporting

Help identify potential supplier risks and support mitigation planning activities.

Maintain supplier and program tracking tools, reports, and readiness metrics.

Assist with preparation of status updates and presentations for project teams.

Support compliance with corporate procurement policies and supplier requirements.

Schedule

This role is hybrid eligible after initial onboarding with the requirement to be in office at least three days per week. Colleagues are expected to demonstrate a collaboration first mindset, which is the understanding that teams will work together in-person and colleagues should be flexible to adjust their hybrid days based on business needs. You will have an opportunity to work with your team and leader to determine when you should be in office to drive meaningful connections and to best serve our customers.

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Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 0-3 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, operations, manufacturing, project coordination, or a related field.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate within cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other business applications.
• Eagerness to learn procurement, supplier development, and program management processes.
• Ability to travel up to 15%, depending on business needs.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Internship or co-op experience in supply chain, procurement, manufacturing or engineering.
• Exposure to project management tools or ERP systems.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and supply chain concepts.
• Interest in supplier development, sourcing, and new product introduction activities.

Our Commitment to Our People

Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. That’s why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future—for our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial. Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally.

Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) and more.

We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation and holiday leave.

Together, we have the opportunity – and the power – to continue to revolutionize the technology behind air conditioning, heating and refrigeration, and cultivate a better future. Learn more about us and how you can join our team!

Our Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging

At Copeland, we cultivate a strong sense of inclusion and belonging where individuals of all backgrounds, and with diverse perspectives, are embraced and treated fairly to enable a stronger workforce. Our employee resource groups play an important role in culture and community building at Copeland.

Work Authorization

Copeland will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: [e-mail]

Company Description

With $5B of global revenue, Copeland is a leading provider of compression products, electronics, software, and solutions across many applications within Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVACR), where macro and regulatory trends toward environmental sustainability, leads to changes in HVACR technology. Other products include other heating applications, food service and retail, transportation, and healthcare/life sciences. This new business also has a solution portfolio that manages, monitors, and controls refrigeration units in the commercial setting, as well as software solutions that measure and monitor temperature conditions of refrigerated goods in transit, where there is a greater emphasis on energy management/sustainability solutions globally.