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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing global sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and leading complex negotiations to drive productivity and cost optimization. Proficient in stakeholder management and aligning procurement teams with organizational goals while supporting innovation and operational excellence.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Strategic SourcingSupplier Relationship ManagementComplex NegotiationsStakeholder ManagementGlobal Category Strategies
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Hard Skills
Sourcing Strategy DevelopmentCost OptimizationSupplier Performance ManagementSupply Chain Risk MitigationCommercial NegotiationsOperational ExcellenceMarket IntelligenceDual Sourcing StrategiesOEM Systems SourcingProduct Introduction Support
Soft Skills
Excellent CommunicationInfluencing Abilities
Certifications & Qualifications
CPSMMCIPS
Industry Keywords
ProcurementCategory ManagementIndustrial ManufacturingHVACAutomotiveMedical DevicesGlobal SourcingSupplier DiversificationMatrix OrganizationsAdvanced Degree
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Develop and execute a global sourcing strategy for Carrier's Finished Goods category
- Drive productivity, cost optimization, supplier competitiveness, and working capital improvements
- Lead sourcing events, supplier selection processes, and commercial negotiations
- Align regional procurement teams around global strategies, governance, and best practices
- Deliver sourcing initiatives supporting profitable growth and operational excellence
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies for OEM systems and finished goods
- Develop and manage relationships with key global suppliers
- Negotiate agreements covering cost, quality, delivery, innovation, and sustainability objectives
- Drive supplier performance management and continuous improvement initiatives
- Mitigate supply chain risks through proactive planning, dual sourcing strategies, and supplier diversification
- Partner with Product Management, Engineering, Operations, Quality, and regional business teams
- Leverage supplier capabilities, industry trends, and market intelligence to support innovation
- Balance global sourcing priorities with regional business needs and customer requirements
- Support new product introductions and strategic growth initiatives
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field
- 10+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, category management, or supply chain leadership
- Proven success developing and implementing global category strategies
- Experience managing supplier relationships and leading complex negotiations
- Strong stakeholder management skills within matrix organizations
- Excellent communication and influencing abilities
- Fluent English language skills
- Willingness to travel internationally (approximately 15-20%)
- MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred
- CPSM, MCIPS, or similar professional procurement certification preferred
- Experience within industrial manufacturing, HVAC, automotive, medical devices, or related sectors preferred
- Additional European language skills preferred
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive compensation and bonus structure
- Hybrid working environment
- Relocation support for qualified international candidates
- International career development opportunities
- Exposure to senior stakeholders across multiple regions
- Opportunity to influence enterprise-wide sourcing strategy
- Highly visible global leadership role