Manager, Commodity Management & Sourcing

## Manager, Commodity Management & Sourcing Apply remote type:
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72: SC CHARLOTTE, 5900 Northwoods Business Parkway, Charlotte, NC, 28269 USA:
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77: CCS - CIB, 13995 Pasteur Boulevard, Palm Beach Gardens, FL, 33418 USA:
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Atlanta Digital Hub, 3350 Riverwood Parkway, Atlanta, GA, 30339 USAtime type:
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** 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  or follow on Carrier social media at @Carrier.
** About This Role
** The
** Commodity and Sourcing Manager, Aftermarket
** will negotiate and manage supplier contracts in conjunction with our Global Sourcing Team to achieve cost savings and enhance supplier performance while managing cross-functional teams and building collaborative relationships. Lead Aftermarket key global and regional vendors, setting objectives and working with others on executing and implementing supply chain strategy aligned with Product Managers, Business and Engineers. Responsible for developing and improving commodity management and sourcing to processes to enhance price, quality, timing, and reliability of Carrier outcomes.
** Key Responsibilities*
* · 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, and relationship management activities. Establish and maintain strong partnerships with key suppliers to ensure the highest quality, competitive pricing, and timely delivery of steel raw materials, components and products.
· Negotiation and Contract Management:
Negotiate favorable terms, conditions, and pricing with suppliers. Draft and manage contracts and agreements 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.
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Collaboration:

Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Planning, WHQ 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 key global vendors on a high-performing cross functional team of procurement professionals. Provide guidance, strategy, and influence others.
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* Required Qualifications:

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* · Bachelor’s degree
· 7+ years’ experience in Supply Chain, Commodity Management or Strategic Sourcing
· 20% travel in North America
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* Preferred Qualifications:

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* · Experience in Aftermarket or Resale Strategic Sourcing within a global manufacturing organization
· Preferable experience in Managing Commodities such as Compressors, Motors, Valves, Coils and Heat Exchanges
· Experience with creating and leading large, strategic projects with cross functional teams
· Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with…