Specialist, Procurement

Carrier • Collierville, TN

13d • $79,000 - $158,000 • Remote

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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)

Nice To Haves

• 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

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Implement cost reduction initiatives and continuously monitor market dynamics to capitalize on cost-saving opportunities within the Aftermarket parts HVAC category without compromising quality.
• 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.
• Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for suppliers, evaluate their performance regularly, and work collaboratively to address any performance issues.
• Build and lead Aftermarket assigned vendors on a high-performing cross functional team of procurement professionals.
• Provide guidance, strategy, and influence others.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level