Specialist, Procurement

Carrier; Collierville (TN); On-site; USD 79,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Carrier Global Corporation is seeking a Procurement Specialist to build and execute a short- and long-term aftermarket strategy for HVAC parts. The role coordinates with suppliers, supply chain, engineering, and product management to optimize cost, quality, and delivery across a global network.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in supply chain/sourcing within large organizations, strong Excel and PowerBI skills, and travel up to 20% in North America.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 5+ years in Supply Chain / Sourcing within large, international organizations, preferably aftermarket or resales.
• 5+ years of Advanced user knowledge in MS Excel & Word.
• 2+ years of experience in SAP and PowerBI.
• Ability to travel in North America, up to 20% (international as needed).

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive category strategy for Aftermarket parts.
• Lead supplier identification, evaluation, and partnership management.
• Negotiate favorable terms and manage pricing with regional vendors.
• Implement cost reduction initiatives and monitor market dynamics.
• Collaborate with Planning, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Product Development.
• Define and track KPIs for suppliers and address performance issues.
• Build and lead aftermarket vendors on a cross-functional procurement team.

Skills

MS Excel

MS Word

PowerBI

Analytical skills

Market research

English communication

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree in supply chain

Tools

SAP

Six Sigma

Lean Manufacturing

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 (opens in new window) or follow on Carrier social media at @Carrier.

About This Role

The Procurement Specialist will be responsible for building short and long-term aftermarket strategy to support the Aftermarket RCD Business. The Procurement Specialist will establish a cross-functional network and fosters collaboration with suppliers, wider supply chain organization, engineering, quality, and product management in the aftermarket network.

Job Description

• Category Strategy Development: Develop and execute a comprehensive category strategy for Aftermarket parts, aligned with the organization's overall procurement and business objectives. Conduct market research and analysis to identify new opportunities, potential risks, and emerging trends within the Aftermarket HVAC industry.
• Supplier Management: Lead supplier identification, evaluation, selection, localization, and relationship activities. Establish and maintain strong partnerships with key suppliers to ensure the highest quality, competitive pricing, and timely delivery of parts, materials, components, and products.
• Negotiation and Contract Management: Negotiate favorable terms, conditions, and pricing with suppliers. Manage pricing with regional vendors to protect the organization's interests while promoting mutually beneficial partnerships in a cross functional sourcing environment.
• Cost Optimization: Implement cost reduction initiatives and continuously monitor market dynamics to capitalize on cost-saving opportunities within the Aftermarket parts HVAC category without compromising quality.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Planning, Supply Chain, Engineering, Product Development, and Operations, to understand their requirements and ensure alignment between procurement and business objectives.
• Supplier Performance Management: Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for suppliers, evaluate their performance regularly, and work collaboratively to address any performance issues.
• Team Leadership: Build and lead Aftermarket assigned vendors on a high-performing cross functional team of procurement professionals. Provide guidance, strategy, and influence others.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5+ years of experience in Supply Chain / Sourcing within large, international organizations, preferably in aftermarket or resales business
• 5+ years of Advanced user knowledge in MS Excel & Word
• 2+ years of experience in SAP and PowerBI
• Ability to travel in North America, up to 20% (international as needed)

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in supply chain, Business, or Engineering
• 3+ years of experience in Sourcing /Supply Chain for Aftermarket.
• Demonstrated track record of driving significant cost savings through strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier optimization, and contract negotiation.
• Strong analytical and market research skills, with the ability to identify and capitalize on market opportunities while mitigating supply chain risks.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Experience in HVAC
• English communication (written and verbal)
• Presentation skills, able to influence stakeholders at all levels
• Certified in Six Sigma or lean Manufacture is a plus

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.

Other Compensation

Thisposition 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

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