Strategic Sourcing Director for Finished Goods and Contract Manufacturing

4 weeks ago


Charlotte, North Carolina, United States Carrier Full time
Job Summary:

The Associate Director, Strategic Sourcing will lead Carrier's centralized $600M+ category consisting of Finished Goods and Contract Manufacturing. This role is a key part of the Global Supply Chain organization, reporting to the Global Head of Sourcing.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage global category spend for approximately $600M.

Develop and implement a category strategy which optimizes affordability, availability, agility, and innovation.

Establish a cross-functional network and foster collaboration with suppliers, wider supply chain organization, engineering, quality, and product management.

Own the vendor performance data and report metrics to leadership.

Leverage understanding of similar industry, sourcing concepts, and Lean tools to ensure parts delivered on time at best cost and quality.

Manage external relationships with suppliers and assume responsibility for all internal activities and decisions associated with Finished Goods category and suppliers, including contract negotiations, new products development, approved vendor lists, re-sourcing, dual qualification, pricing changes, quality, and capacity.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree

10+ years of experience in sourcing environment and familiarity with industrial operations

Preferred Qualifications

MBA or professional certifications (CPM, CPSM, CIRM, CPIM)

Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook

Excellent negotiation skills & strategic mindset

Experience with strategic sourcing and lean tools

Digital dexterity and ability to leverage data

Strong knowledge of supply chain strategy (development and execution) and category specific experience

Independently driven problem solver with appetite to address complex challenges in a fast-moving environment

Proven track record of successful leadership, negotiation, and strategic communication

Strong business acumen and experience collaborating across various levels within a diverse, global organization

Carrier is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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